In this classic science fiction thriller by one of the most influential manga writer-artists of all time, there are dream pilots, murderous cannibal nine-year-olds, and more.

Otherworld Barbara

In this classic science fiction thriller by one of the most influential manga writer-artists of all time, there are dream pilots, murderous cannibal nine-year-olds, and more.
Fantagraphics Books is proud to present the first volume (of two) of Moto Hagioâ€™s Otherworld Barbara, in which Tokio discovers a phantom island named Barbara. Then thereâ€™s a mysterious and missing geneticist, an eccentric clergyman, a grieving grandmother granted temporary youth, a psychologist killed by a freak tornadoâ€¦ Hagio offers a sci-fi explanation for these seemingly random paranormal elements, and makes it all matter with believable characters in complex and subtle relationships.This book won theâ€œNebula Award of Japanâ€ (Nihon SF Taisho Award) in 2006. black & white illustrations with some color.
Country USA
Brand Fantagraphics Books
Manufacturer Fantagraphics Books
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 1
ReleaseDate 2016-08-09
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781606999431

Otherworld Barbara