Spark
by Naoki Matayoshi
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Pub Date 25 Aug 2020 | Archive Date 20 Jul 2020
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Description
Tokunaga is a young comedian struggling to make a name for himself when he is taken under the wing of Kamiya, who is either a crazy genius or perhaps just crazy. Kamiya's indestructible confidence inspires Tokunaga, but it also makes him doubt the limits of his own talent, and dedication to Manzai comedy.
Spark is a story about art and friendship, about countless bizarre drunken conversations and how far it's acceptable to go for a laugh. A novel about comedy that's as moving and thoughtful as it is funny, it's already been a sensation in Japan.
Advance Praise
'A whip-smart tale that'll prove impossible to put down' Vogue
'Edgy... the familiar story of the apprentice surpassing his master' Sunday Times
'Excels as a comedy of the absurd... a Japanese Withnail and I... Immensely satisfying' Japan Society
'The seedy side of Tokyo is summoned up in tale about a comedy duo and the awkward bonds of men... Spark does the city credit' Financial Times
'Irresistible. A painfully sensitive rendering of the reality for young manzai comedians... The writing is wonderful' Akio Nakamori
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781782275909 |
| PRICE | US$15.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 160 |
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