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The first book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series from the godfather of the genre – an irreverent and humourous rendition of the life and times of Buddha.In book one, Kapilavastu, Chapra, an ambitious slave, spurns the caste system into which he was born and tries to become a nobleman, Tatta, the wild pariah child, communes with animals, and the monk, Naradatta, strives to uncover the meaning of strange portents surrounding the Buddha’s birth.Originated in the 1970s, Buddha is Osamu Tezuka's unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.Tezuka's storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha's ideas; with an emphasis on action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression.Rather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka's Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one's life sensibly, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.

The fourth book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.In book four, unfulfilled by the teachings of renowned ascetics, Siddhartha agrees to follow Dhepa into the forest of trials. But the final ordeal of little Assjai proves to be his most poignant lesson.As Siddhartha searches his heart and yearns for his family, the Kosalans discover the true caste of their queen – a despised shudra, disguised as a noble kshatriya. For the insult, the Buddha’s homeland will pay dearly.Originated in the 1970s, Buddha is Osamu Tezuka's unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.Tezuka's storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha's ideas; with an emphasis on, action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression.Rather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka's Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one's life sensibly, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.

The second book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre – an irreverent and humourous rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.In book two, The Four Encounters, Prince Siddartha – fated to become the Buddha – is confronted by the harsh penalties of social injustice within his own kingdom, fuelled by selfish warlords and villains like the depraved warrior, Bandaka. The tragic fortunes of his loved-ones, such as Tatta the rogue and Migalia the fierce female bandit, force the Prince to choose between love and destiny; Siddartha must forsake his heart and begin his pilgrimage.Originated in the 1970s, Buddha is Osamu Tezuka's unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.Tezuka's storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha's ideas; with an emphasis on, action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression.Rather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka's Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one's life sensibly, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.

The third book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.In the third of the Buddha series, as Siddhartha embarks on his journey towards enlightenment, he encounters many influences; some forceful, like the monk Dhepa who believes that purity is only attained through ordeals of the flesh, and some inspirational, like the strange young acolyte, Assaji.Meanwhile, Devadatta, the young orphaned son of Bandaka, is forced along a cruel path. Choosing to reject humanity and compassion, Devadatta’s journey will mould him into Buddha’s greatest adversary.Originated in the 1970s, Buddha is Osamu Tezuka's unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.Tezuka's storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha's ideas; with an emphasis on, action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression.Rather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka's Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one's life sensibly, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.

The sixth book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.In book six, as Kapiluvastu burns and it's people are hunted down, an infant refugee – Ananda – is granted the gift of invincibility by Mara, an evil demon. Nurtured by the she-devil, Ananda learns to use his power to become a fearsome bandit, honing his cruelty and selfishness before he is unleashed upon the demon's enemy: Buddha.Originated in the 1970s, Buddha is Osamu Tezuka's unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha. Tezuka's storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha's ideas, with an emphasis on action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression. Rather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka's Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one's life sensibly. Furthermore, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.

The eighth book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.In book eight, Buddha finally travels home to Kapiluvastu to teach and inspire more followers. There, in the beautiful garden of Jetavana, he explains the original parable of the self-immolating rabbit and reveals the keystone of his philosophy.Originated in the 1970s, the ‘Buddha’ series is Osamu Tezuka's unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha. Tezuka's storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha's ideas; with an emphasis on, action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression. Rather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka's Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one's life sensibly, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.

“A spellbinding masterpiece” - DavPilkey, creator of Dog ManThe Times' Children's Book of the Week (Unico:Hunted)“An enchanting reboot . will appeal to a broadrange of age groups, from eight upwards. Spellbinding”- The TimesA dynamic reimagining of Osamu Tezuka's classic UNICOmanga for a new generation of readers.UNICO tells the incredible story ofa young unicorn who, after enraging the evil goddess Venus, is banishedfrom the heavens and forgets all he once was. Saved from oblivionby the kindhearted West Wind, Unico continues to help others,before having to escape Venus again and begin a new adventure.In this first manga, Unico awakes in a mysterious land and isbefriended by a resourceful watch cat, Chloe, who feels protectiveof the young unicorn. When they find themselves near a small villagein the forest, they take refuge with a kindly, but helpless,old woman. To take care of her, Chloe begs Unico to turn her intoa human girl, but that act of kindness has unforeseen consequences:Unico's love has awakened Venus and her minion, Byron, whowant to destroy them both!Conceived anew by author Samuel Sattin and artist team Gurihiru,and developed in collaboration with Tezuka Productions, UNICO:Awakening is a groundbreaking reboot of a beloved storyby Astro Boy creator Osamu Tezuka, the "God of Manga". With strikingfull-color artwork and reading left to right in the Westerncomics style to match the original manga, UNICO is a brilliantmanga series featuring storytelling at itsbest. Join Unico on an unforgettable journey! The incredible tale of a young unicorn, perfect for a new generationof manga readersA fantastic reboot of a beloved story by Astro Boy creator OsamuTezuka, the 'God of Manga'Filled with powerful, full-colour artwork and reads left to rightin the Western comics style to match the original manga

“A spellbinding masterpiece” - DavPilkey, creator of Dog ManThe Times' Children's Book of the Week (Unico:Hunted)“An enchanting reboot ... will appeal to a broadrange of age groups, from eight upwards. Spellbinding”- The Times“This graphic novel hits the sweet spot forreaders of eight and over. exciting and cinematic.” -The TimesStill hunted by Venus, Unico befriends a sickly girl imprisonedby an evil robotic machine.Lost in space and time, Unico awakens in an abandoned factorytown. Saved by the resourceful mouse, Garapachi, Unico befriendsChiko, a human girl. But he soon learns that a sinister force isat work in the town's factory, bent on killing all living things.Meanwhile, Venus unleashes a fierce hunter who will stop at nothingto find Unico. Can Unico save Chiko? Can the West Wind save Unico?Conceived anew by Eisner-nominated author Samuel Sattin and Eisner-winningartist team Gurihiru, and developed in collaborationwith Tezuka Productions, UNICO: Hunted is the second volume in agroundbreaking reboot of a beloved manga by Astro Boy creator OsamuTezuka, the "God of Manga." With striking full-colorartwork and reading left to right in the Western comicsstyle to match the original manga, UNICO is a brilliant series featuringstorytelling at its best. Join Unico on an unforgettablejourney!

Unico's friends race to save him from the evil goddess Venus!Lost and alone in a windswept desert, Unico seeks help from theFey queen Titania. But danger lurks. The goddess Venus and themonstrous hunter, Iver, remain bent on destroying Unico. Meanwhile,Starrow, a celestial scientist, trains Unico's friends, the catsChloe and Toast, to travel across time and space. But can theyreach Unico before Venus does?Conceived anew by Eisner-nominated author Samuel Sattin and Eisner-winningartist team Gurihiru, and developed in collaborationwith Tezuka Productions, Unico: Lost is the third volumein a groundbreaking reboot of a beloved manga by Astro Boy creatorOsamu Tezuka, the "God of Manga." With striking full-color artworkand reading left to right in the Western comics style to matchthe original manga, UNICO is a brilliant series featuring storytellingat its best. Join Unico on an unforgettable journey!

Since first published in 1983, Manga! Manga!: The World of Japanese Comics has been the book to read for all those interested in Japanese comics. It is virtually the bible' from which all studies and appreciation of manga begins. More than that, given the influence of Japanese manga on animation and on American-produced comics as well, Manga! Manga! provides the background against which these other arts can be understood. The book includes 96 pages from Osamu Tezuka's Phoenix, Reiji Matsumoto's Ghost Warrior, Riyoko Ikeda's The Rose of Versailles, and Keiji Nakazawa's BarefootGen.'

During Japan’s tumultuous Sengoku period, one man sells his son to a pack of devils in exchange for the power to rule. Forty-eight devils take forty-eight pieces of young Hyakkimaru, and the boy is left for dead. But through the assistance of a sage and a series of inventive prosthetics, Hyakkimaru survives. Together with the young thief Dororo, the now-grown Hyakkimaru embarks upon a quest to slay all the demons and retrieve the stolen pieces of his body. This classic story from Osamu Tezuka - the father of modern manga - is now reimagined in this gorgeous new adaptation by Satoshi Shiki, the artist of the manga Attack on Titan: Before the Fall.

BATTLE AT THE BANMON The Banmon is a grim barrier between lands, a line that no man can cross alive. Its guardian: Tahomaru, a mysterious warrior with the same prosthetics as Hyakkimaru. Both men lost pieces of themselves to demons, and both men stood tall again thanks to the inventions of doctor Jukai. In another world, they might have met in friendship. But with Hyakkimaru’s companion Dororo missing, a fated and bloody conflict looms.

Over the course of his career, legendary mangaka Osamu Tezuka adapted many of Shakespeare's works. Shakespeare Manga Theater collects these adaptations into one volume. The book includes the following: The Merchant of Venice (1959), Robio and Robiette (from Astro Boy, 1965), Macbeth (from Vampire "The Three Fortunetellers", 1966), Hamlet (from Rainbow Parakeet, 1981), The Taming of the Shrew (from Rainbow Parakeet, 1981), and Othello (from Rainbow Parakeet, 1982). Shakespeare Manga Theater is sure to be popular not just with Tezuka fans, but also provide a fun and useful educational tool for schools interested in presenting Shakespeare in a format that is easier for readers to engage with.