Abstract

Genre: nonfiction/graphic novel
The Catalog of Death is an uninhibited exploration of the last stage of our existence: death. In this both funny and erudite book, Bunpei Yorifuji tackles every conceivable aspect of the “passage to the afterlife”:
Where do we die the most? What causes? Who lives the longest? Which culture most fears death and how do they represent it? What are the best (and worst) ways to die?
In short: what is death?
To this simple question, the author responds in text and images, mixing cartoons and in-depth research. With a Japanese culture where this subject is understood in an uninhibited way, Bunpei Yorifuji gives a new look to those who seek a way to approach to this theme.

Author’s Information

Born in 1973, graduated from Musashino Art University. Bunpei Yorifuji is a award-winning art director, illustrator, designer.