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Daihakkutsu

Daihakkutsu

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A collection of thirteen short stories by acclaimed manga artist Yoshihiro Tatsumi, spanning from 1971 to 1979. The stories delve into the lives of ordinary people in post-war Japan, exploring themes of loneliness, desire, and the harsh realities of urban existence. Each tale presents a different character, from a man haunted by his past to a woman trapped in a loveless marriage, all struggling to find meaning in a rapidly changing society.

Through his signature gritty and realistic style, Tatsumi exposes the dark underbelly of human nature. The stories range from a desperate act of violence in "Jigoku" to a surreal encounter in "Ningyo wo Tsuma ni Shita Otoko," where a man marries a mermaid. The collection captures moments of profound isolation and fleeting connections, painting a bleak yet compassionate portrait of the human condition.

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