{"product_id":"9781910856277","title":"Tomoji","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTomoji\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJiro Taniguchi, master of the graphic novel, offers us an intimate and moving portrait of Japanese rural life through the story of Tomoji Uchida. From her childhood to her marriage, the reader will accompany the protagonist on a journey marked by loss, tradition, and resilience. This work is a window into the author's sensibility, capturing the beauty of everyday life and the strength of family bonds with his characteristic delicate line work and a measured, emotional narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work chronicles the life of Tomoji Uchida, from her earliest childhood memories to the moment she marries Fumiaki Ito. Throughout these pages, the reader witnesses the events that shape her character, including painful episodes that mark her growth. The story unfolds in rural Japan, a humble setting deeply rooted in traditions, which Taniguchi portrays with a precision and affection that transport the reader to another era. More than a biography, it is an exploration of memory, family, and the capacity for overcoming adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRural life in traditional Japan and its connection to ancestral customs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe transition from childhood to maturity through experiences of loss and growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of family and community ties in the formation of identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMemory as a common thread in the narrative and the construction of the past.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eResilience in the face of adversity and the search for happiness in simple things.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers who appreciate author-driven graphic novels with an intimate and reflective approach. It is ideal for fans of Jiro Taniguchi who are looking for a more personal and biographical work, as well as for those interested in Japanese culture, rural life, and stories of overcoming adversity told with sensitivity. It is also an excellent gateway for those wishing to discover the unique style of the manga master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA measured and emotional reading experience that invites reflection on life and memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn authentic and detailed portrait of rural Japanese life in the early 20th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to learn about a more personal and biographical facet of Jiro Taniguchi, removed from his most well-known works.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA visual narrative of great beauty, where every panel is charged with meaning and sensitivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA story of resilience that shows how difficult moments forge a person's character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: JIRO TANIGUCHI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: PONENT MON EDITORIAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: GRAPHIC NOVELS, GRAPHIC NOVELS: MANGA, COMICS AND GRAPHIC NOVELS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: TANIGUCHI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: February 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 174\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 528 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is a gem for lovers of the most personal and reflective graphic narrative. Jiro Taniguchi demonstrates, once again, his mastery in capturing the essence of everyday life and transforming it into art. \"Tomoji\" is not just the biography of a woman, but a journey to a Japan that is fading away, told with the tenderness and detail that characterize the author. Reading it is recommended for those who seek a human story, simple yet profound, that remains in the memory long after having closed the book.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PONENT MON EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405706158427,"sku":"9781910856277","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978191085627.jpg?v=1781830598","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9781910856277","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}