Haddon Twp. Artist Draws Readers out of Their Comfort Zones
Mark Parker is a Haddon Township resident and artist whose book, "HypoEthicals," is being released for the holidays.
Sitting in a warm coffee shop in the company of friends, leafing through a beautifully illustrated book, seems like a great way to spend a winter evening. You stop on a page in the book and read as the author poses a question. “Your 3-year-old family dog has a rare genetic mutation that will allow his blood to save the life of a 17-year-old boy in your neighborhood with leukemia. But the amount of blood needed will result in the death of your dog. Do you agree to the procedure?” The accompanying illustration shows a two-thirds-full silhouette of the family dog, attached to a transfusion pole, draining. The coffee shop is still warm, your company still friendly. How do you respond? Will you share your feelings and listen to the opinions of …
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