ONE HUNDRED TALES by Osamu Tezuka

ONE HUNDRED TALES by Osamu Tezuka

An adaptation of the Faust legend as a samurai period piece. Ichirui Hanri is an ordinary accountant servicing his lord. Though innocent, he is sentenced to death by hara-kiri after being entangled in a power struggle. A witch named Sudama appears and offers Hanri three wishes in exchange for his soul. Hanri accepts. Is it worth it? An enchanting supernatural fable from Osamu Tezuka, known worldwide as the "Godfather of Manga" and the most influential person of the past century in the development of manga and anime.

"A beautifully illustrated, one-of-a-kind period story about sacrifices and second chances, showcasing Tezuka's classic style and sense of humorInspired by Faust, this fable reinterprets the events into a lively and humorous tale, weaving in Japanese culture and history for a unique twist. While some references may be lost on younger readers, long-time fans will appreciate Tezuka's recognizable art style, random cameos, and nods to pop culture icons. The English release of One Hundred Tales from Osamu Tezuka and Ablaze Manga is a must-read for manga fans."  --Screenrant 

"Laundering the most macabre fable of faithless ruin into a parable of romantic fulfillment - not a bad trick. For anyone else this would stand as a defining masterpiece, for Tezuka this was four months in 1971. Another chip off the endless mountain. My goodness, but this Tezuka fellow certainly knew a few things!" --THE COMICS JOURNAL 

"Osamu Tezuka’s One Hundred Tales is a masterful rendition of the old Faust tale, done only in the trademark way in which Tezuka is capable. It’s equal parts funny and sad, and it leaves us with an ending that is both uplifting a wistful. Tezuka’s masterful storytelling breathes a different life into an old tale, and it was wonderful to be able to finally read it. Highly recommended." - Fandom Post

“One Hundred Tales” cements why the “godfather of manga” was such a beloved creator and influence to so many." - Asian Movie Pulse

"Tezuka spins a supernatural yarn with One Hundred Tales. Manga today wouldn’t be what it is without Tezuka, so it’s always nice to see more of his work translated." --OTAKU USA

"Throughout the book, the work has a certain warmth; Tezuka comes across as a good friend who knows how to comfort, entertain, and make merry. It is quite a peculiar feeling that goes beyond wholesomeness with such comfortable familiarity in how Tezuka captivates his audience." - Asian Movie Pulse

Osamu Tezuka was born on November 3, 1928, in Osaka. He grew up in an open-minded family exposed to comics and Walt Disney. As a boy he also had a love for insects, which he would later as a grown-up incorporate into his pen name. Having developed an intense understanding of the preciousness of life from his wartime experience, Osamu Tezuka aimed to become a physician and later earned his degree in medicine, but ultimately chose the profession he loved best: manga artist and animated film writer.
Tezuka's manga and animated films had a tremendous impact on the shaping of the psychology of Japan's postwar youth. His work changed the concept of Japanese comics, transforming it into an art form and incorporating a variety of new styles in creating the story cartoon. Osamu Tezuka lived out his entire life tirelessly pursuing his efforts, passing away at the age of 60 on February 8, 1989.
In all, Tezuka produced more than 150,000 pages of graphic storytelling before his death. Posthumously Tezuka's work have won a number of awards in the U.S., including the 2009 Eisner Award given to his series Dororo.

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ISBN 13	9781684971749
ISBN 10	1684971748
Title	ONE HUNDRED TALES
Author	Osamu Tezuka
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Ablaze, LLC
Year published	2023-11-21
Number of pages	208
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.