IL FANTASTICO REALISTICO. IL MONDO DI HUNTER X HUNTER

For almost thirty years, Hunter × Hunter by Yoshihiro Togashi has fascinated readers around the world, becoming one of the most complex and revolutionary manga in the Battle Shōnen genre. In this essay, Alessandro Lolli explores the work as a possible narrative accomplishment of the genre, analyzing in depth its main strengths: character construction, worldbuilding, and dialogue with tradition. Through a passionate and thorough analysis, Lolli takes us on Gon's journey, arc after arc, revealing the extraordinary internal coherence and the meticulous care with which Togashi has shaped his world. A fantastic world, but also lucidly designed, which dialogues both with the great classics of the past and with contemporary works that have redefined modern manga. A must-read essay for those who truly want to understand the importance of Hunter × Hunter and its impact on the evolution of Japanese comics.