Description
STORIES OF THE MASK 2ND ED
Book Summary
Immerse yourself in a universe of dark and fascinating tales where everyday objects hide terrifying secrets. Hideshi Hino, master of psychological horror, weaves five independent stories that explore the most unsettling side of the familiar. Through a striking visual narrative and an unmistakable graphic style, the author transforms elements like a cursed sword or a ghost ship into vehicles of nightmare. This work is a gateway to the most authentic Japanese horror, ideal for lovers of cult manga and narratives that defy the limits of reality.
What is it about?
In Stories of the Mask, Hideshi Hino presents five independent tales that revolve around objects and elements charged with a sinister energy. Each story unravels the hidden meaning behind a pair of old girl's shoes, a cursed sword, some children's spinning tops, a model train set, and a ghost ship. Far from being mere objects, these elements become catalysts for supernatural events and personal tragedies. The narrative, characteristic of the author, combines expressionistic and detailed drawing with an oppressive atmosphere, taking the reader on a journey through the grotesque and the poetic. Each story is an exploration of the curse, memory, and the horror that can nest in the most everyday things.
Main themes
- Psychological and supernatural horror in the tradition of cult manga.
- The curse and the hidden meaning of seemingly innocent objects.
- The exploration of the grotesque and the poetic as narrative vehicles.
- Traumatic memory and its manifestation through material elements.
- The expressionistic graphic style as a tool for generating oppressive atmospheres.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at adult and young adult readers who are fans of horror manga and creator-owned comics. It is ideal for those looking for graphic narratives that transcend the genre, with a focus on psychological horror and the unusual. It is also attractive to collectors of cult works and followers of Hideshi Hino's work, as well as those interested in Japanese underground comics and stories that explore the dark side of the human experience.
What this book offers
- An immersion into the creative universe of one of the masters of Japanese horror manga.
- Five self-contained tales that allow for a fragmented or complete reading, each with a unique atmosphere.
- A striking visual experience thanks to Hideshi Hino's expressionistic and detailed graphic style.
- A unique perspective on how the everyday can be transformed into a source of horror and fascination.
Technical data
- Author: Hideshi Hino
- Publisher: Ediciones La Cupula, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Graphic novels, Manga, Comics and graphic novels
- Collection: Comic
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: July 2023
- Number of pages: 220
- Weight: 400 g
Editorial review
Stories of the Mask presents itself as an essential work for followers of graphic horror and cult manga. Hideshi Hino demonstrates his mastery in creating oppressive atmospheres and disturbing narratives, using everyday objects as the common thread of his tales. The paperback edition facilitates accessibility, while the content maintains the quality and the unmistakable style of the author. It is a read that not only entertains, but invites reflection on the horror that can arise from the most familiar, making it a valuable addition to any collection of creator-owned comics.