4C: Katsura Masakazu Illustrations

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There are three books in this set.  All three come in a plastic cover slip to hold all three books together.  The books are divided into three sections; each with its own theme.  None of the illustrations are new as they are past works.  All the illustrations are in dull & bold covers with thick black outlines mainly around the faces.

L-side (LOVERS-side) covers Katsura's love series works such as I"s & Video Girl AI.  The book covers his works from 88 to 97.  Also in the book are small manga strips without the text.

R-side (HEROES-side) covers Katsura's action series works such as DNA² & Wingman.  It covers his works from 82 to 95.  I found this book having more white space than the others in terms of having a white background.  Aside from the illustrations, it covers more stuff such as an interview with Katsura & information of all his works in his career.  Also included are some statue products & guest artworks of Katsura's works.  With them are profile information of the modeller & drawing artists.  The book has one illustration with partial nudity, but it's not a big one.

SHADOW LADY is basically a collection of the 92 to 93 manga series in full colour.  It's not an illustration book really.  It has four chapters & I don't think it covers the whole series as the book is really thin.

If you are fan of Katsura Masakazu's works, this is a great book to own.  If you are SHADOW LADY fan as well, this is set is strongly recommended.  With three books at one low price, this deal is too good to pass up.

Last updated on May 6, 2008