• Cover of Josefina: An English Translation showing a painted portrait of a woman's face emerging from green jungle foliage
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Josefina [English, Softbound]

Josefina [English, Softbound]

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Special Price: $15.95 (Regularly $20.00)
This print run has slight digitization variance from the printing process. It does not affect readability or the artwork overall.

About the Book

Set during the chaos of World War II in the Philippines, Josefina is a haunting graphic novel that explores survival, compassion, and the thin line between monster and human. As war tears through the countryside, an orphaned boy finds protection in an unexpected guardian—Josefina, a mysterious woman whose strength and quiet courage stand in stark contrast to the violence around them.

Written by acclaimed Filipino author Russell L. Molina and illustrated by Ace C. Enriquez, Josefina blends wartime history with elements of Filipino folklore to create a deeply emotional story about sacrifice, motherhood, and redemption. Enriquez’s striking artwork captures both the brutality of war and the fragile moments of humanity that survive within it.

Originally published in Filipino and winner of Best Graphic Novel in Filipino at the 41st National Book Awards, Josefina has been widely recognized for its powerful storytelling and atmospheric visual style. The graphic novel challenges readers to reconsider what truly defines a monster and what it means to protect life in a world overwhelmed by conflict.

This English translation edition is printed in the United States by Hot Tropiks, bringing this award-winning Filipino graphic novel to readers in North America while honoring the original work published by Anino Comics / Adarna House.

Why Readers Love Josefina

  • National Book Award Winner – Best Graphic Novel in Filipino, 41st National Book Awards
  • Powerful WWII Story – A rare Filipino perspective on wartime survival and heroism
  • Blends History and Folklore – Combines real historical events with haunting mythic elements
  • Striking Full-Color Artwork – Rich, atmospheric illustrations throughout the book
  • Critically Acclaimed Filipino Graphic Novel – A standout work of modern Filipino komiks

Book Details

  • Artist: Ace C. Enriquez
  • Format: Softcover Graphic Novel
  • Language: English
  • Original Publisher: Anino Comics / Adarna House
  • English Edition Printed by: Hot Tropiks (USA)
  • ISBN: 979-8-9901079-3-9
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Excellent start to the vast cultural diversity in the islands……missed more Moro folklore….but hopefully this book will inspire interest in more……

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Lovely collection of myths and folklore. The included art is also spectacular, doesn't hold back from the spookiness.

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