The Mythology Class: A Graphic Novel by Arnold Arre
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
As usual, Arnold Arre does not disappoint.
I will always, always remember with a smile the quirky name of this book, “Mythology Class”, mostly because it’s true. Even though there are interestingly awe-inspiring, incredibly dramatic, definitely heart-pounding events in this book, at the heart of it all we find a band of “students” who learn more about the mythological world of the Philippines.
Read this book, if only to reorient yourself in the Filipino tales of old. Read this book, if only to behold the awesomeness of Filipino lore and ancient history. Read this book, if only to be carried by a love that… that… Oh, it just brings tears in my eyes to remember that love.
The art is great, as usual. The book is a very informative guide to Filipino legendary mythological creatures. The story is really quite gripping, with its action, humor, drama and suspense. (I think I did quite shed a tear in the end.) There’s an array of characters, from the smart and simple to the extremely haughty. The storytelling- simply superb.
This book is just truly a gem, and an overall wonderful read.
[I gave my copy to a friend, so this review is made from memory. It’s one of the best books I’ve ever read, so I’d like to think that I’ve reviewed this right :)]
