''Julio's Day'' is a graphic novel by

Gilbert Hernandez Gilberto Hernández (born February 1, 1957), usually credited as Gilbert Hernandez and also by the nickname Beto (), is an American cartoonist. He is best known for his ''Palomar''/''Heartbreak Soup'' stories in ''Love and Rockets (comics), Love ...

, serialized in '' Love and Rockets'' Volume 2 in 2001–2007 and collected in 2013. It tells the story of a man whose life spans the years 1900 to 2000.

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"Julio's Day" intricately weaves the life of Julio within the broader tapestry of the 20th century. Beyond its linear chronology, the graphic novel explores profound themes such as the transformation of personal and societal identities, the enduring impacts of historical events on individual lives, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of a rural village in the American South, the story delves into Julio's personal journey and the silent struggles and joys that define it. Hernandez employs a narrative style that captures the nuanced and often unspoken aspects of life, reflecting on the nature of change, both personal and societal, over a century.

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The story's serialization appeared from 2001 to 2007 in '' Love and Rockets'' Volume 2 1–14 and 17–20. Hernandez expanded the page count significantly for its collection in 2013, which included an introduction by

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