THE APE MANARA

The Ape by Manara and Siverio Pisu  present a retelling of the ancient Chinese myth of the Monkey King, based on Arthur Waley's popular translation The Monkey. The Monkey challenges Heaven itself, out of simple boredom and a desire for immortality. Includes a scholarly discourse on the history and origins of the myth, which also inspired the great Chinese novel Journey to the West. Adult Material. Condition: Very Fine Minus. Very light cover and edge wear.