{"product_id":"9788418809675","title":"TALES OF THE MASK 2ND ED","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSTORIES OF THE MASK 2ND ED\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eStories of the Mask\u003c\/em\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePsychological and supernatural horror in the tradition of cult manga.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe curse and the hidden meaning of seemingly innocent objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe exploration of the grotesque and the poetic as narrative vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTraumatic memory and its manifestation through material elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe expressionistic graphic style as a tool for generating oppressive atmospheres.\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 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersion into the creative universe of one of the masters of Japanese horror manga.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFive self-contained tales that allow for a fragmented or complete reading, each with a unique atmosphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA striking visual experience thanks to Hideshi Hino's expressionistic and detailed graphic style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique perspective on how the everyday can be transformed into a source of horror and fascination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hideshi Hino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ediciones La Cupula, S.L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graphic novels, Manga, Comics and graphic novels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 220\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStories of the Mask\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EDICIONES LA CÚPULA, S.L.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407036768603,"sku":"9788418809675","price":13.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841880967.jpg?v=1781845371","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788418809675","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}