Junko Mizuno'S Hansel And Gretel (Viz Graphic Novel) [Paperback]

Junko Mizuno (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Viz Graphic Novel | Publication Date: April 2003

Everyone knows Hansel and Gretel - Hansel's the squatty kid with a tuna can strapped over his mouth to prevent it from shattering everything around him; Gretel's the tall, pink-haired schoolgirl in the sailor suit, attacking bullies with her bamboo sword. At least that's Junko Mizuno's version! In this twisted take on the classic fairy tale, the kids' parents run the mountain grocery store, fielding visits from the green girls who grow spinach from their scalps and the 40-foot-tall piglet who slices cuts to order off his big belly. More madness comes with the arrival of Queen Marilyn and her insidious black magic! Can the kids save the day? This novel represents a new phase in Mizuno's art, one marked by psychedelic hues that give the arresting story the feel of a dark dream. This tale from the master of the cute and the grotesque is color illustrated throughout.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: VIZ Media LLC; Original edition (April 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569318697
• ISBN-13: 978-1569318690
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,038,391 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Junko Mizuno
born in Tokyo, May 27, 1973
In 1996, Junko Mizuno self-produced a photocopy booklet called "MINA animal DX" which brought her to the attention of the publishing industry in Japan.
Soon after, she debuted as a professional comic artist and illustrator.
In 2007, she started showing her work in galleries in US and Europe.
Currently residing in San Francisco, she is constantly working on new comics, paintings,illustrations, and designs for products ranging from toys to clothing.

official website: www.MIZUNO-JUNKO.com
blog: http://jmnews.exblog.jp/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/Junko_Mizuno

Customer Reviews

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Junko Mizuno's Hansel and Gretel - Book Review, June 3, 2003

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"keymistress" (N.A., N.A. Singapore) - See all my reviews

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an interesting comic book with a twist to the children's story, hansel and gretel. it's colorful drawings by artist junko mizuno is accompanied with simple english, easy to understand. contains cartoon nudity that may not be suitable for the young ones. love the paper dolls and stickers that came along.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cute, Funny, Shocking, Amazing, August 28, 2005

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Lauren Carney - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Junko Mizuno'S Hansel And Gretel (Viz Graphic Novel) (Paperback)

This is one of my favorites. Junko Mizuno is a great artist. Her stuff is a tad bit raunchy, but thats what makes it so great. The story is adorable, i couldnt stop laughing. I wish the paper had been better quality though, it doesnt do her illustrations justice.

5.0 out of 5 stars Junko <3, July 21, 2011

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This review is from: Junko Mizuno'S Hansel And Gretel (Viz Graphic Novel) (Paperback)

Hansel & Gretel is just another book I'm adding to my collection but I figured this one would be longer. I'm still a big fan of Junko Mizuno's artwork but not so much of her take on a classic tale.