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Goodnight Punpun, Vol. 2

By Inio Asano
Series: Goodnight Punpun
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Goodnight Punpun, Vol. 2 by Inio Asano follows Punpun Punyama, a young boy navigating the complexities of adolescence while facing personal and familial challenges. The visual storytelling captures the surreal blend of innocence and harsh realities as Punpun grapples with growing up, relationships, and the struggle of finding hope amidst life's unpredictabilities. This graphic novel delves deeper into human emotions, beautifully illustrating the poignant journey of self-discovery.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate thought-provoking and emotionally charged narratives. This volume continues to explore the life and struggles of a seemingly ordinary young boy amidst surreal and challenging circumstances. Fans of deeply introspective and visually engaging graphic novels may find this instalment particularly compelling.

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A dark coming-of-age tale where slice-of-life slices back.

This is Punpun Onodera’s coming-of-age story. His parents’ marriage is falling apart. His dad goes to jail, and his mum goes to the hospital. He has to live with his loser uncle. He has a crush on a girl who lives in a weird cult. Punpun tries talking with God about his problems, but God is a jerk. Punpun keeps hoping things will get better, but they really, really don’t.

Punpun was an average kid in an average town…

But things have changed.

The love of his life wants to kill him.

His parents got divorced.

And God is being mean to him.

What are you going to do now, Punpun?

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Goodnight Punpun, Vol. 2 by Inio Asano is praised for its deep and emotional storytelling, continuing the protagonist's journey through adolescence with existential themes. The graphic novel is noted for its distinctive art style and compelling narrative that captures the complexities of growing up. Reviews highlight its blend of surrealism and realism, creating a poignant yet often challenging read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781421586212

Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 July 2016

Country: United States

Imprint: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 572g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Inio Asano, a bona fide earthling, was born in Ibaraki, Japan, in 1980. In 2001, his short story “Uchu kara Konnichiwa” (Hello from Outer Space) won the first Sunday GX Rookie Prize. Later, GX published his series Subarashii Sekai, available in English from VIZ Media as What a Wonderful World! His other works include Hikari no Machi (City of Light), Nijigahara Holograph and Umibe no Onna no Ko (A Girl on the Shore), as well as solanin and Goodnight Punpun, also available from VIZ Media.

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