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Showa 1953-1989: A History of Japan   Mizuki Shigeru
Fourth volume of Mizuki’s brilliant manga history of the Showa period (1926-1989) of Japanese history. This volume covers events he thinks were important as well as Mizuki’s postwar struggles to make a living, establish his manga career, have a family, and find happiness. Once again, fascinated by every frame. Couldn’t put it down. Mizuki died late last year, that’s how I heard about this history. Now that I’ve finished it, I feel sad, like I’ve lost a friend.