A science fiction work by Osamu Tezuka, "Kuki no Toriko" (Captive of the Air), featuring a beautiful illustrated cover. - Title: Kuki no Toriko (Captive of the Air) - Author: Osamu Tezuka - Publisher: Kodansha - Genre: Science Fiction - Cover Design: Illustrated - Language: Japanese - Condition: Good This is a collection of short science fiction stories by Osamu Tezuka, drawn in the 1970s, titled "Kuki no Soko" (Bottom of the Air). This book is the fifth edition, published on October 30, 1976, of the first edition published on May 10, 1975. Hardcover comics are currently difficult to obtain, and this is a highly sought-after book by collectors as a representative work of Tezuka's SF period in the 70s. The stories included are a collection of short stories that sharply depict social problems, human loneliness, and the limits of science, and they well represent Osamu Tezuka's side as an "experimental SF writer." This is an important work that broadened the range of manga expression, and it has significant value in that it remains in its original binding, with few reprints available today. The text also includes pages with English titles, a rare specification that was conscious of international publication. The hardcover visuals also have a nostalgic atmosphere, making it an attractive item for Tezuka fans and Showa manga collectors. 【Condition】 There are scratches and stains on the cover due to aging. The text is readable without any problems. There is yellowing and discoloration. There is writing on the front endpaper (see photo). It is generally in good condition for a book from the 1970s. 【Tags (for Mercari)】 #OsamuTezuka #KukiNoSoko #ShowaManga #HardComics #SFManga #OutofPrintManga #UsedBooks #RetroComics