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Uncanny: The Origins of Fear

Part of Junji Ito
Translated by Jocelyne Allen
Published by VIZ Media LLC
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
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About The Book

For the first time since his debut 35 years ago, horror master Junji Ito reveals exactly how he creates his unique worlds.

Why are we drawn to fear?

Horror manga legend Junji Ito has fascinated the world with his beautiful and strange tales, from his debut story “Tomie” to Uzumaki, Gyo, and many other famous works.

In this professional memoir and horror manga analysis, he tells all and digs into dark recesses—reflections on influences from his childhood, thoughts on manga, next-level idea-generation techniques, character design, craftmanship, and more. Full of never-before-told insider anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories, this is a must-have book for fans who want to immerse themselves completely in the world of Junji Ito.

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  • Publisher: VIZ Media LLC (October 15, 2024)
  • Length: 304 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781974747306

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