{"product_id":"9788418309656","title":"SHORTCAKES DE FRESA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSTRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA delicate and moving exploration of young womanhood in contemporary Tokyo. Through the eyes of four friends—Toko, Chihiro, Riko, and Aki—Kiriko Nananan weaves a reflection on loneliness, love, and the search for happiness. With a realistic and subtle style, this masterpiece of josei manga offers an intimate look at the contradictions of modern life, where apparent strength hides vulnerabilities and dreams collide with reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story follows four young women in Tokyo who, despite their differences, share the same quest: to find love and take control of their lives. Toko, Chihiro, Riko, and Aki navigate the complexities of human relationships, facing romantic disappointments, fragile friendships, and the pressure of a society that demands perfection. The author constructs the narrative as a series of fragments that alternate between the lives of the protagonists, allowing the reader to immerse themselves in their internal monologues and the silences that speak louder than words. One of the work's unique features is that it can be read either linearly or by following an alternative index, offering two reading experiences that enrich the understanding of the protagonists' emotional subtleties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLoneliness in the big city and the difficulty of genuinely connecting with others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFrustrated romantic relationships and the idealization of romantic love.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe construction of female identity in contemporary Japanese society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFriendship as a refuge and a mirror for one's own insecurities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe duality between the appearance of strength and internal emotional fragility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers interested in realistic and adult josei manga, as well as those looking for intimate and psychological stories that portray the complexity of human emotions. It is also ideal for followers of alternative and experimental manga, especially those who appreciate the work of authors published in the legendary Garo magazine. It is a recommended read for young adults and adults who enjoy fragmented, non-linear narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn honest, unadorned vision of the emotional contradictions of youth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn innovative narrative structure that invites re-reading from different perspectives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to discover a cult author, recognized for her unique visual and narrative style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA profound reflection on loneliness and the search for happiness in an urban environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Nananan, Kiriko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Ponent Mon Comics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Graphic Novels: Manga, Graphic Novels: Literary \u0026amp; Memoirs, Comics \u0026amp; Graphic Novels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Ponent Mon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication Date: April 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 336\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 700 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrawberry Shortcakes is a work that stands out for its sensitivity and its ability to capture the most subtle nuances of the female psyche. Kiriko Nananan's narrative proposal, which allows for an alternative reading, adds a layer of depth that rewards the attentive reader. It is an essential title for those looking for adult, reflective manga that moves away from the genre's conventions, with a paperback edition that makes it accessible to a wide audience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PONENT MON COMICS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405693772123,"sku":"9788418309656","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841830965.jpg?v=1781830168","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788418309656","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}