Barefoot Gen TPB (1988-1989 New Society) A Cartoon Story of Hiroshima 2nd Edition comic books 1989
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Published Jan 1989 by New Society Publishers.$7.80
2nd Edition - Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Life After the Bomb!" Story and art by Keiji Nakazawa. Volume three follows Gen, his mother and baby brother as they search for a place to rest in the bomb's aftermath. Facing rejection, hunger and humiliation, they come to realize that they still have - and can share - self-respect, hope, and inner strength. Volume four, resumes nine days after the bomb, as Gen and his mother continue to struggle for food, shelter and water amid chaos and vast human suffering. Though confronted with the most despicable aspects of humankind, Gen acts with love and compassion. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 164 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.