Bøker av Kaoru Mori

The beautifully-illustrated tale of a bride and her young groom on the Silk Road in 19th Century Asia

A collection of sketches from Kaoru Mori, the creator of hit historical manga Emma and A Bride‿s Story! Packed with illustrations done for practice as well as for relaxation, this compilation features commentary on every page as the roots of all her work are laid out.

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori''s tale of life on thenineteenth-century Silk Road continues. Pariya''s budding romance with Umar isoff to a rough start due to her brash personality and lack of confidence. But ifshe can''t figure out how to say what she wants with words, then perhaps the oldadage is true--the way to a man''s heart is through his stomach!Crafted inpainstaking detail, Ms. Mori''s pen breathes life into the scenery andarchitecture of the period in this heart-warming, slice-of-life tale that is atonce wholly exotic, yet familiar and accessible through the everyday lives ofthe characters she has created.

In the third installment of this breathtaking series, Kaoru Mori- author of award-winning series A Bride's Story and Emma-shares works from her personal collection of sketches and concept drawings. From familiar characters and settings to illustrations drawn from Mori's own interests, Scribbles is a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes and into the sketchbooks of one of Japan's most beloved creators.

The second collection of sketches by hit manga artist Kaoru Mori, the creator of Emma and A Bride¿s Story! This volume includes drawings done for fun, practice, relaxation, and everything in between, including commentary on every illustration!¿

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori¿s tale of life on the nineteenth century Silk Road continues. Facing the threat of a Russian invasion, the nomadic clans of the steppe and the people living in town are forced to set aside their differences to protect their lands. When an agreement is struck, the clans decide the best way to solidify the alliance is to bind them together by blood through marriage. But the women of the steppe will not accept just any union, invasion or no. The men must prove themselves in a high-speed horse race across the plain-against their prospective brides!Crafted in painstaking detail, Ms. Mori¿s pen breathes life into the scenery and architecture of the period in this heart-warming, slice-of-life tale that is at once wholly exotic, yet familiar and accessible through the everyday lives of the characters she has created.

Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori’s tale of life on the nineteenth century Silk Road continues.Mr. Smith keeps on his journey retracing his steps, stopping next at a seaside village where he is greeted by a pair of enthusiastic young brides! Laila and Leily are eager to prove themselves as capable hostesses, but failing in the attempt could have serious social consequences. As the twins scramble in the kitchen, the discussion around the table turns to recent rumors of danger in the region. Mr. Smith now faces a difficult decision—turn back, or risk pressing on to his final stop?Crafted in painstaking detail, Ms. Mori’s pen breathes life into the scenery and architecture of the period in this heart-warming, slice-of-life tale that is at once wholly exotic, yet familiar and accessible through the everyday lives of the characters she has created.

Mr. Smith and his companions begin their journey back, returning the way they came, but with a treasured new addition - or two. Camera in hand, each stop provides new subjects to photograph and cherish, but they must be careful to avoid the moving Russian troops and whispered talk of war...

Having reached hisdestination in Ankara, Smith is not only reunited with his old friend, but alsoTalas, the woman he briefly stayed with on his journey. An agreement was made,and now Smith must travel back to Amir and Karluk with his new companions andnewly acquired camera. However, the roads back are perilous as warapproaches...

"First published in Japan in 2018 by Kadokawa Corporation Enterbrain"--Colophon.

A slice-of-life tale about a twenty-year old bride who marries a twelve-year old boy in 19th-century Asia.