Praise for the book:
This immersive and arresting graphic novel marries traditional Filipino mythology with contemporary events and action.…Winner of the esteemed Philippine National Book Award, The Mythology Class is a feat of world-building and a celebration of all things Philippine mythology.
Honolulu Magazine
THE MYTHOLOGY CLASS
🏆 Winner, NBDB National Book Awards for Best Comic Book (2000)
“A landmark in itself: a comic book that combines Filipino myths and legends with modern humor, action and sensibility.”
– THE MANILA CRITICS CIRCLE
Summoned to a secret gathering one stormy night by the mysterious Mrs. Enkanta, Nicole finally finds herself face to face with tikbalangs, kapres, and all sorts of engkantos – mythical creatures she had only heard about from her grandfather’s stories. Together with new found friends, she embarks on a quest into the realm of myth and folklore where she fights alongside heroes of her childhood against an age-old terror.
Follow in their footsteps as their adventure takes them through the familiar streets of Metro Manila and into a world more fascinating than they had ever imagined. Enjoy this latest edition of the Manila Critics Circle National Book Award-winning graphic novel, the first to win in the Comic Books category.
350 pages, Black and white, Paperback
Written and Illustrated by Arnold Arre (©1999)
This edition first published on November 15, 2014 | Nautilus Comics
SCENES FROM THE BOOK
The Mythology Class by Arnold Arre – Boat Ride to Antipolo
The Mythology Class by Arnold Arre – Sitan
The Mythology Class by Arnold Arre – The Aurery
The Mythology Class by Arnold Arre – Tikbalang on the Highway
The Mythology Class by Arnold Arre – Tikbalang Chase
The Mythology Class by Arnold Arre – Meeting Lusyo the Tikbalang
The Mythology Class by Arnold Arre – Dance of the Diwata
The Mythology Class by Arnold Arre – Nicole and the Giant
WATCH THE MYTHOLOGY CLASS ANIMATED VIDEO
THE MYTHOLOGY CLASS SERIES
A modern adventure steeped in ancient legend, The Mythology Class follows a group of students who discover that the creatures of Filipino folklore are real… and their stories are far from over.
THE MYTHOLOGY CLASS
THE CHILDREN OF BATHALA
THE JOURNEY TO LUPAN-ON
(The Children of Bathala Vol.2)
Philippine Editions (Nautilus Comics)
THE MYTHOLOGY CLASS
THE CHILDREN OF BATHALA
THE CHILDREN OF BATHALA
Vol. 2
THE CHILDREN OF BATHALA
Vol. 3
MORE FROM THE ARNOLD ARRE
GRAPHIC NOVEL LIBRARY
From coming-of-age journeys to fantastical realms, Arnold Arre’s graphic novels explore where everyday life meets the mythical -- all rooted in Filipino culture and identity.
International Editions (Tuttle Publishing)
HALINA FILIPINA
THE WORLD OF
ANDONG AGIMAT
Philippine Editions (Nautilus Comics)
HALINA FILIPINA
ANG MUNDO NI ANDONG AGIMAT
AFTER EDEN
MARTIAL LAW BABIES
TRIP TO TAGAYTAY
CONTACT
RETAILERS
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INTERNATIONAL EDITIONS
1. Tuttle Publishing (via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc)
2. Fully Booked (physical and online stores)
3. Komiket's Secret HQ
PHILIPPINE EDITIONS
1. Chambershell Publishing
2. Komiket's Secret HQ
3. Comic Odyssey
4. Filbar's (selected branches)
5. Pumplepie Books & Happiness
6. Solidaridad Bookshop
7. Mt Cloud Bookshop
8. Fully Booked (selected branches)
9. National Book Store (selected branches)
You may also e-mail nautiluscomics@gmail.com to order any of Arnold Arre's Philippine edition books.