Osamu Tezuka – illustratör

An adaptation of the Faust legend as a samurai period piece. Ichirui Hanri is an ordinary accountant servicing his lord. Though innocent, he is sentenced to death by hara-kiri after being entangled in a power struggle. A witch named Sudama appears and offers Hanri three wishes in exchange for his soul. Hanri accepts. Is it worth it? An enchanting supernatural fable from Osamu Tezuka, known worldwide as the "Godfather of Manga" and the most influential person of the past century in the development of manga and anime.

Over the course of his career, legendary mangaka Osamu Tezuka adapted many of Shakespeare's works. Shakespeare Manga Theater collects these adaptations into one volume. The book includes the following: The Merchant of Venice (1959), Robio and Robiette (from Astro Boy, 1965), Macbeth (from Vampire "The Three Fortunetellers", 1966), Hamlet (from Rainbow Parakeet, 1981), The Taming of the Shrew (from Rainbow Parakeet, 1981), and Othello (from Rainbow Parakeet, 1982). Shakespeare Manga Theater is sure to be popular not just with Tezuka fans, but also provide a fun and useful educational tool for schools interested in presenting Shakespeare in a format that is easier for readers to engage with.

Classic science fiction from Osamu Tezuka, the Godfather of Manga, now in English! Originally published between 1971 and 1975, this tapestry of seven-page short stories and novellas depicts an Earth where birds become the dominant class. A fatal fire in the countryside escalates into incineration of cities by swarms of pyromaniac magpies. An avian leader with psychic power demands a brutal reduction in the human population. Homo sapiens descends into a subservient role but manages to land some counterpunches. The birds' quest for equality is derailed by conflict between carnivorous species and those that eat insects. What jump-started the wild leap in ornithological evolution? What will be the fate of humans?

ABLAZE is proud to present an array of works by the acclaimed and prolific "Godfather of Manga," Osamu Tezuka! This box set contains four volumes showcasing Tezuka's varied interests and talents, specially discounted and featuring a decorative display box and bonus poster! In One Hundred Tales - Ichirui Hanri is an ordinary accountant servicing his master. Though innocent, he is ordered to commit hara-kiri after being entangled in some trouble in his master's house. When a witch named Sudama appears, she signs a contract with Hanri to obtain his soul in exchange for fulfilling three of his wishes. Hanri gets what he wants...but the price he pays is too high. In Shakespeare Manga Theater - Osamu Tezuka's background in and love of theater is on display in this collection of adaptations and thematic nods to the works of William Shakespeare. Featuring stories from beloved properties such as Astro Boy, Vampire, and The Rainbow Parakeet! In Tomorrow the Birds - It started with several minor but unusual attacks by birds against humans, more a nuisance than anything. However, as birds capable of arson began to appear, things began to escalate. Eventually, a highly intelligent leader of the birds emerges to begin negotiations with humankind on behalf of his people... What force jump-started the birds' wild jump in evolution? And what will be the fate of humans in this new world order? In Neo Faust - After years of failure to discover the meaning of the universe, Professor Ichinoseki decides to end his own life, but he is interrupted by the sorceress Mephisto. They strike a bargain: in exchange for Ichinoseki's soul, Mephisto will grant his wish for a fulfilled life...

The grandfather of manga and anime, Osamu Tezuka created hundreds ofunforgettable characters during his 40+ year career as an illustrator andanimator. His influence on generations of artists has been immeasurable, and isstill felt today across Japan and beyond.Osamu Tezuka: Anime Character Illustrations collects the characterdesigns from several of Tezuka’s animation projects. Included arecharacters from Mighty Atom (Astroboy), Jungle Emperor (Kimba theWhite Lion), Black Jack, and many more.