さよなら絶望先生 [Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei] #19

Volume 19 of Koji Kumeta's darkly comedic series presents a striking cover featuring a young woman in a beautifully patterned kimono and flowing cape, rendered in Kumeta's characteristically elegant linework against a rich floral background. The traditional Japanese aesthetic of the figure's attire gives the volume a quietly graceful, almost melancholic atmosphere that suits the series' signature blend of humor and despair perfectly. Fans of Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei will find this installment's cover art as thoughtfully composed as ever.