In this third collection of short stories from famed gekika author Yoshihiro Tatsumi, the stories are longer, and the content more about the situations surrounding the sad characters rather than the depths of despair they can reach. A lot of the topics range back to post-WWII Japan and the effects on society, but some stray towards less specific targets, such as an older man who lusts after a younger coworker, and another about a young man living in a slum-like apartment complex that winds up vacant at the end of the story. All are emotionally powerful, and all offer commentary on the darker side of human nature and urban living. This collection was edited by Adrian Tomine, and features an introduction by Frederik Schodt that sheds light on some of the symbolism that might not be immediately recognizable to an international audience. By Yoshihiro Tatsumi Publisher: Drawn & Quarterly Age Rating: 18+ Genre: General Price: $19.95 It’s been a long time since I read the two short story collections that come before this, but I still think this would be my favorite of the three. With most of the stories dealing with depressing content, being hit with story after story…