THE COMPLETE WORKS 8

Kodansha

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2017

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Katsuhiro Otomo is best known for Akira, a dystopian epic that fused cyberpunk aesthetics, political paranoia, and visceral action into a genre-defining landmark. With cinematic paneling and meticulous detail, Otomo brought a new intensity to manga, influencing anime, sci-fi, and global visual culture. His work examines chaos, trauma, and power in post-industrial landscapes, often reflecting anxieties rooted in Japan’s history. Beyond manga, Otomo is an acclaimed director, screenwriter, and artist whose impact crosses mediums and continents. He remains a foundational figure in both Japanese and international comics, bridging underground sensibility with blockbuster scale.

Katsuhiro Otomo

Kodansha

978-4065262634

368

English

2017

hardcover/ 27 x 19 cm

2017 Katsuhiro Otomo Kodansha

Dōmu (A Child’s Dream) is a seminal graphic novel by Katsuhiro Otomo, first serialized between 1980 and 1981. Set in a sprawling public housing complex, the story delves into a series of mysterious deaths that baffle authorities. At the heart of the enigma are two individuals with extraordinary psychic abilities: an elderly man who manipulates residents for his amusement and a young girl who confronts his malevolent actions. Their psychic duel escalates, revealing the dark undercurrents of urban life and the potential horrors lurking within the human mind. Otomo’s meticulous artwork and storytelling prowess create a tense atmosphere, blending elements of horror and psychological thriller. This edition, published by Kodansha as part of The Complete Works series, offers readers a glimpse into the evolution of Otomo’s narrative style that would later culminate in Akira.

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THE COMPLETE WORKS 8

Kodansha

.

2017

.

Katsuhiro Otomo

hardcover/ 27 x 19 cm

978-4065262634

English

368

Katsuhiro Otomo is best known for Akira, a dystopian epic that fused cyberpunk aesthetics, political paranoia, and visceral action into a genre-defining landmark. With cinematic paneling and meticulous detail, Otomo brought a new intensity to manga, influencing anime, sci-fi, and global visual culture. His work examines chaos, trauma, and power in post-industrial landscapes, often reflecting anxieties rooted in Japan’s history. Beyond manga, Otomo is an acclaimed director, screenwriter, and artist whose impact crosses mediums and continents. He remains a foundational figure in both Japanese and international comics, bridging underground sensibility with blockbuster scale.

Dōmu (A Child’s Dream) is a seminal graphic novel by Katsuhiro Otomo, first serialized between 1980 and 1981. Set in a sprawling public housing complex, the story delves into a series of mysterious deaths that baffle authorities. At the heart of the enigma are two individuals with extraordinary psychic abilities: an elderly man who manipulates residents for his amusement and a young girl who confronts his malevolent actions. Their psychic duel escalates, revealing the dark undercurrents of urban life and the potential horrors lurking within the human mind. Otomo’s meticulous artwork and storytelling prowess create a tense atmosphere, blending elements of horror and psychological thriller. This edition, published by Kodansha as part of The Complete Works series, offers readers a glimpse into the evolution of Otomo’s narrative style that would later culminate in Akira.