Andreas Martens

Andreas Martens (born January 3, 1951 in Weissenfels, former East Germany) is a German comics author and illustrator known for the Cromwell Stone trilogy, whose first volume was published in 1982 and which was completed in 2002.

Publishes under the name Andreas. First volume of Cromwell Stone published in 1982; the trilogy was completed in 2002. Noted for detailed drawing and comic-book storytelling.

Vituperio's DeBaser review of Cromwell Stone (rating 3/5) mixes raunchy dialogue, episodic surrealism and affectionate biographical asides. The review notes Andreas Martens's early aptitude for detailed drawing and states the Cromwell Stone trilogy ran from 1982 to 2002. Overall the tone is playful and irreverent.

For:Readers of comics and graphic novels who enjoy detailed illustration, irreverent humour and surreal storytelling.