Kenji Miyazawa's A Night on the Galactic Railway : The Manga Edition
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Format
Paperback / Softback
Book Series
Tuttle Japanese Classics In Manga
ISBN-10
4805318716
ISBN-13
9784805318713
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Imprint
Tuttle Publishing
Country of Manufacture
SI
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Mar 18th, 2025
Print length
192 Pages
Weight
288 grams
Dimensions
20.20 x 14.10 x 1.40 cms
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The first manga adaptation in English of Kenji Miyazawa's best-known work.
"A breathtakingly beautiful world
reminding us that we are part of the universe." Kaori Nagai
"A modern classic." NPR
Lonely and awkward, Giovanni struggles with his sick mother, absent father, and an afterschool job that isolates him from his peers. But on the night of the Star Festival, he is magically transported onto a celestial train with his best friend, Campanella. Together, they embark on an extraordinary journey through the galaxy, encountering mysterious characters and grappling with life''s deepest questions. When Giovanni returns to earth, he faces the heartbreaking truth about their voyage.
Kenji Miyazawa, one of Japan''s most revered authors, is celebrated for his poetic vision and ability to weave profound reflections on human nature into fantastical settings. A Night on the Galactic Railway is a powerful exploration of friendship, loss, and the mysteries of existence, cementing its place as a timeless masterpiece. This edition, filled with stunning imagery and evocative themes, offers readers a glimpse into Miyazawa''s genius. Reads right-to-left in the Japanese style.
"A modern classic." NPR
Lonely and awkward, Giovanni struggles with his sick mother, absent father, and an afterschool job that isolates him from his peers. But on the night of the Star Festival, he is magically transported onto a celestial train with his best friend, Campanella. Together, they embark on an extraordinary journey through the galaxy, encountering mysterious characters and grappling with life''s deepest questions. When Giovanni returns to earth, he faces the heartbreaking truth about their voyage.
Kenji Miyazawa, one of Japan''s most revered authors, is celebrated for his poetic vision and ability to weave profound reflections on human nature into fantastical settings. A Night on the Galactic Railway is a powerful exploration of friendship, loss, and the mysteries of existence, cementing its place as a timeless masterpiece. This edition, filled with stunning imagery and evocative themes, offers readers a glimpse into Miyazawa''s genius. Reads right-to-left in the Japanese style.
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