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A gritty collection of graphic short stories by a Japanese manga master depicting life on the streets among punks, gangsters, and vagrants.Tadao Tsuge is one of the pioneers of alternative manga, and one of the worlds great artists of the downandout. Slum Wolf is a new selection of his stories from the late Sixties and Seventies, never before available in English: a vision of Japan as a world of bleary bars and rundown flophouses, vicious street fights and strange latenight visions. In assured, elegantly gritty art, Tsuge depicts a legendary, aging brawler, a slowly unraveling businessman, a group of damaged veterans uniting to form a shantytown, and an array of punks, pimps, and drunks, all struggling for freedom, meaning, or just survival.With an extensive introduction by translator and comics historian Ryan Holmberg, this collection brings together some of Tsuges most powerful workraucous, lyrical, and unforgettable.
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- Q: What is 'Slum Wolf' about? A: 'Slum Wolf' is a collection of graphic short stories by Tadao Tsuge that explores life on the streets of Japan, featuring characters such as punks, gangsters, and vagrants.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Slum Wolf'? A: The author of 'Slum Wolf' is Tadao Tsuge, a renowned Japanese manga artist known for his contributions to alternative manga.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Slum Wolf'? A: 'Slum Wolf' was published on August 28, 2018.
- Q: What is the format of 'Slum Wolf'? A: 'Slum Wolf' is available in paperback format, making it easy to read and carry.
- Q: How many pages does 'Slum Wolf' have? A: 'Slum Wolf' contains a total of 336 pages.
- Q: Is 'Slum Wolf' suitable for all ages? A: 'Slum Wolf' includes gritty themes and depictions of adult life, making it more suitable for mature readers.
- Q: Does 'Slum Wolf' include any additional content? A: Yes, 'Slum Wolf' features an extensive introduction by translator and comics historian Ryan Holmberg, providing context to Tsuge's work.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Slum Wolf'? A: 'Slum Wolf' explores themes of survival, freedom, and the struggles of those living on the fringes of society.
- Q: Is 'Slum Wolf' available in other languages? A: 'Slum Wolf' is a selection of stories that have never been available in English before, highlighting Tsuge's work that was previously unpublished in this language.
- Q: What makes Tadao Tsuge a significant figure in manga? A: Tadao Tsuge is considered a pioneer of alternative manga, known for his unique artistic style and storytelling that captures the realities of marginalized communities.