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Downfall

By Inio Asano
Series: Downfall
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Downfall by Inio Asano explores the life of a disenchanted manga artist grappling with personal and professional crises. As he faces the overwhelming pressures of creative expectation and existential dread, he navigates strained relationships and the search for meaning in a world that feels increasingly hollow. Through evocative storytelling and poignant illustrations, Asano delves into themes of loneliness, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of fulfilment.
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You might enjoy this book if you’re intrigued by deep, introspective exploration of a creator's personal struggles and desires within the competitive world of the manga industry. This graphic novel offers a raw, introspective look at professional burnout and personal reflection, appealing to readers who appreciate a blend of reality and emotional depth in storytelling.

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From the Eisner-nominated, best-selling author of Goodnight Punpun and solanin, a dark look at what happens when living the life of your dreams becomes your downfall.

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From the Eisner-nominated, best-selling author of Goodnight Punpun and solanin, a dark look at what happens when living the life of your dreams becomes your downfall.

Selling copies is the only thing that matters.

So what if your first series just ended and you have no idea how to start the next one, your marriage is breaking up, your pure love of manga has been destroyed by the cruel reality of the industry, and nothing seems to fill the sucking void inside you…

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  • Downfall
    From the Eisner-nominated, best-selling author of Goodnight Punpun and solanin, a dark look at what happens when living the life of your dreams becomes your downfall. Selling copies is the only thing that matters. So what if your first series just ended and you have no idea how to start the next one, your marriage is breaking up, your pure...
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Downfall by Inio Asano offers a dark and psychological narrative that fans of Asano's style appreciate. While it's not a feel-good manga, it captures the complexity and depth of character struggles, making it a noteworthy read for those interested in introspective storytelling.

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ISBN: 9781974709366

Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 March 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 354g

Pages: 246

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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 series solanin, Goodnight Punpun and Dead Dead Demon’s Dededede Destruction are also available from VIZ Media. Other works by Asano include Hikari no Machi (City of Light), Nijigahara Holograph and Umibe no Onna no Ko (A Girl on the Shore).

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