• Bundle graphic for Angels and Aswangs: The Josefina Bundle showing four book covers and a black Aswang Adventure Club tote bag
  • Cover of Josefina: An English Translation showing a painted portrait of a woman's face emerging from green jungle foliage
  • Cover of Alternative Alamat: An Anthology, painted figure with flowing hair dissolving into colorful sparks against blue mountains
  • Cover of The Lost Journal of Alejandro Pardo showing illustrated Philippine mythological creatures including a horned beast, aged parchment style
  • Black canvas tote bag with a circular Aswang Adventure Club emblem featuring an illustrated aswang creature, Hot Tropiks Philippines design
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Angels and Aswangs: The Josefina Bundle

Angels and Aswangs: The Josefina Bundle

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"A story of a monster who became human at a time when humans became monsters."

Discover the haunting intersection of Philippine history and folklore. The Angels and Aswangs Bundle brings together four essential works centered around the National Book Award-winning wartime epic Josefina. This curated set is a must-have for those who seek stories of survival, mythic guardians, and the shadows of the past.

What’s inside the bundle:

  • Josefina: An English Translation (Graphic Novel) By Russell L. Molina & Ace C. Enriquez. A haunting World War II story of an orphaned boy and his mysterious protector. This award-winning masterpiece blends wartime history with Filipino folklore to ask: who are the real monsters?
  • The Lost Journal of Alejandro Pardo [English, Hardcover] The ultimate bestiary. Explore the personal field notes and sketches of the Philippines' most notorious creatures, from the Manananggal to the Tikbalang, in this premium hardcover edition.
  • Alternative Alamat: An Anthology [English, International Hardcover] A collection of contemporary myths and legends. Revisit the ancient spirits of the archipelago through modern stories that reimagine what it means to live alongside the supernatural.
  • Aswang Adventure Club Tote Bag Carry your research with pride. This durable, high-quality canvas tote features the official AAC insignia—perfect for carrying your hardcovers or your next haul from the secret markets of Manila.

Why you’ll love it:

  • Award-Winning Storytelling: Featuring the North American debut of the 41st National Book Award winner.
  • Complete Lore Ecosystem: Includes a narrative graphic novel, a short story anthology, and a factual bestiary.
  • Curated for Collectors: Premium hardcover editions that look beautiful on any shelf.

Format: 1 Softcover Graphic Novel, 2 Hardcover Books, 1 Canvas Tote.
Language: English
Shipping: Ships from California. Free shipping on orders over $80!

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from 136 reviews
Lovely collection of myths and folklore

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

Customer
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Filipino Myths Are A Favorite Of Mine

It's lovely to get a copy of this book!

Glaiza Champion
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Style

Love the longer style

Anonymous
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Love the illustrations

Looks great, beautiful illustrations, starting to read ASAP

Brian
The Mythology Class: Where Philippine Legends Become Reality [English, Paperback]
Josefina

Great story,quick read and very relevant

Logan Nielsen
Josefina [English, Softbound]

Nice fit, good for Summer. Would buy again.

Brian
Mythology Class Trucker Hat

Beautifully illustrated. I am looking forward to absorbing this work over the next several days. Always satisfied with every purchase from Hot Tropiks.

Brian
The Mythology Class: Where Philippine Legends Become Reality [English, Paperback]
Super supot bag!

I LOVE the supot bag so much that I bought multiple for my family as well. They all got a kick out of it! Fingers crossed this is gonna help them stop using single use bags!

Carl A Monforte
SUPOT Tote Bag

Arrived fast and in perfect condition! Wonderful illustrations

Nicole Valencia
Philippine Spirits: Mythica Obscura Volumes 1-4 [English, Softbound]
Great

Great product!

Bryan Averbuch
Baybayin Flash Cards - Learn Pre-Colonial Philippine Script
Reading it as an adult versus when I was in high school

Reading it as an adult versus when I was in high school, resonates so much more. It still pertains to what’s is going on today. The toxicity started by Spain and it’s friars still permeates.

Shiboney Dumo
El Filibusterismo by José Rizal [English, Paperback]
Thank you!

Fantastic items and order fulfillment! Thank you so much!

Bryan Averbuch
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Love Hot Tropiks

Love Hot Tropiks!!

CARL GREEN JR
Philippine Spirits: Mythica Obscura Volumes 1-4 [English, Softbound]

Beautiful illustrations, something that I'll reread multiple times. Josefina deserves a spot in my personal library.

Brian
Josefina [English, Softbound]

Started reading it immediately. Love the illustrations. The research and love for the work produced is obvious. Grateful for this gem.

Brian
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