A masterpiece of seinen manga, Osamu Tezuka's representative work, "The Bottom of the Air." - Title: The Bottom of the Air - Author: Osamu Tezuka - Date of Birth: November 3, 1928 - Place of Birth: Takarazuka, Hyogo Prefecture "The Bottom of the Air," a collection of science fiction short stories by Osamu Tezuka, was first published in 1985 by Daitosha. This collection allows readers to enjoy a wide range of drawing styles from the early to mid-career of Tezuka, and it contains a condensed version of Tezuka's diverse themes, including human psychology, war, social satire, and future civilizations. The included works showcase the breadth of Osamu Tezuka's expression, from hard-boiled works in the early gekiga style to soft, girly manga-style drawings, and works with strong science fiction elements. The color frontispiece is also included. The stories cover themes that transcend time and are still read today, such as near-future cities, romance, battlefield tension, and a science fiction worldview. This collection is highly regarded by Tezuka fans and science fiction enthusiasts alike. Due to its publication in 1985, the paper has aged and shows some yellowing, but there are no problems with reading it. The cover also has no major tears and is in good condition. This is a recommended book for both collection purposes and reading. 【Condition】 - First edition, 1985 - Minor scratches on the cover - Age-related yellowing in the text - No tears or missing pages - Color frontispiece included - No problems with reading #OsamuTezuka #Manga #ShowaRetro #SFManga #ShortStoryCollection #Daitosha #FirstEdition #UsedBook