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Patrick Atangan’s "The Yellow Jar" is a graphic-adaptation of a traditional Asian tale, featuring a fisherman who captures a maiden in a magical jar and later confronts a powerful demon warrior to rescue her. The artwork is noted for its precision and beauty, and the narrative focuses on the fisherman's unwavering resolve through repeated attempts to free his beloved. The collection also includes "Two Chrysanthemum Maidens," a story where a monk encounters two striking wild flowers that resemble women, adding a whimsical layer to the anthology of folklore-inspired tales. Combining classic storytelling with engaging visual panels, the book offers readers a fresh, illustrated experience of timeless Asian folklore.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Patrick Atangan
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