Doll -Softcover Volume 1

by Mitsukazu Mihara

Book Overview

Androids known as dolls struggle to find their place in the world of humans. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1591827108
• ISBN13: 9781591827108
• Release Date: August 2004
• Publisher: TokyoPop
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 4.9" x 7.5"
• Age Range: 16 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 11 and higher

Customer Reviews

A Gothic Trip into the Dark Side of Humanity

Androids are a common icon in science-fiction; crafted in the image of man, they're fascinating and frightening, and all too often used in the story of machine revolt. But deep down, we understand that we are their creators to begin with, and were the first to be corrupt. So what do they see in a world that only emotionless beings look upon? Doll, written and illustrated by Mitsukazu Mihara, is a dark, twisted anthology that dives into the darkest parts of humanity. In these tales, the stories follow the lives of maid servants called Dolls, and their owners. Both frightening and beautiful, these androids are programmed by the SG Corp, the top manufacturer of Dolls, to serve mankind. In this world, Remodellers, who illegally change the dolls for, 'specific needs' rule the underground, people who appear normal are secretly insane, and the most powerful words you will hear in these books are, 'That's an Order.' In the spirit of the Twilight Zone, the stories can be counted on to deal with dark topics. This is pulled off with very deep characters, no matter how few their appearances and actions, an eerie art style, and the Gothic Lolita costumes that most characters are donned in. The endings can be anywhere from heart warming to tear-jerking to downright terrifying, so there's no telling where you'll end up once you begin. And though they appear to be a series of shorts, these tales are slowly tying together into a dark, shocking, and complex story. Among the most noted characters are the Kirishima's, the creators of the prototype Dolls, a remodeller named Ichiro, and his nameless assistant. Remember, no one is who they seem in this series, so as time goes on, more is revealed about the world of Dolls and the impact it has on their lives. Now, as a warning, these books are VERY intense. The stories are disturbing and twisted, and some of the people in these books are so evil it will make you sick. A warning especially towards the 3rd book, the only one with an M rating, for a very good reason. There is gore, violence, sexual content, and frightening images. So if you can't handle this sort of thing, then this is a series you should avoid. If not, then I can guarantee that you're in for a twisted, psychological trip that turns out into one of the most shocking endings you'll ever see. Doll isn't just a manga; it's a fictional triumph.

Dolls, just robots or mirrors of the human soul?

Being a fan of sci-fi robots I decided to give Doll a try. And I found a great manga of robot stories which are touching, warm and sometimes tragic. They are lovers, mothers and sometimes the mirrors that allow us to see the truth within outselves. After all, robots can't lie, no matter how much we lie to ourselves. Great artwork and nice stand alone stories. Already have the second volume and enjoy that one too!

Great manga!

One of my favorite mangas. These individual stories revolving around the droids known as "dolls" are highly enjoyable and often deep, meaningful, as well as macabre. Though the later volumes are not as good as the first, I am amazed at how the mangaka is able to create a great variety of compelling and thoughtful tales around a single subject.