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"Town Boy" is an autobiographical graphic novel by the Malaysian cartoonist Lat, serving as the sequel to his acclaimed 1979 work, "Kampung Boy." The narrative follows the author's transition from a rural village to the bustling town of Ipoh during his adolescence, documenting his experiences in a multicultural school environment. Central to the story is Lat's growing passion for art and music, as well as the development of his lifelong friendships. The book offers a historically grounded look at mid-20th-century Malaysian life through the lens of a coming-of-age memoir.
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Town Boy ranks #153 of 240 in the Graphic Novel ranking, behind Rat Queens, ahead of This One Summer.
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