I can't believe I'd never read the original miniseries before. (Although I've certainly enjoyed the ongoing series).
Despite the age, The Books of Magic doesn't feel dated at all and maintains the uniquely bittersweet, fairy tale tone that is characteristic of Gaiman at his best.
This looks like it was a lot of fun for the artists as well, who were each very well-chosen.
I certainly wouldn't mind an annotated copy - especially for the final chapter. Despite being familiar with most of the DC and Sandman mythos, there were still bits that went completely over my head, and names that merely rung bells, when I suspect that they needed to have more meaning.
Despite that, there's a lot in here than even a newcomer to comics could appreciate - this would be a terrific gateway comic to lure your friends into the world of colourful geekery.
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