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20th Century Boys: The Perfect Edition, Vol. 1
By Naoki Urasawa
£26.99
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Description
In 20th Century Boys: The Perfect Edition, Vol. 1, renowned manga artist Naoki Urasawa weaves a complex narrative that intertwines the lives of childhood friends with an impending apocalypse. This deluxe bind-up edition brings to life a tale filled with suspense, nostalgia, and intricate storytelling that captivates readers from the very first page.
The Plot
The story begins in 1969, when a group of boys create a symbol in their youth. In 1997, as a coming disaster slowly begins to unfold, that symbol returns, and the friends are drawn into an epic of doomsday cults and giant robots as they try to save the world from destruction.
As the narrative unfolds across different timelines, Urasawa expertly explores themes of friendship and the loss of innocence. Each character is richly developed, allowing readers to form deep connections with their struggles and aspirations.
Themes
- Doomsday and Despair: The looming threat of destruction serves as a backdrop for the characters' emotional journeys.
- Friendship and Loyalty: The bonds formed in childhood are tested as the stakes become life and death.
- Nostalgia: Urasawa deftly evokes a sense of longing for simpler times, contrasting it with the chaos of adulthood.
The meticulous artwork complements the intricate plot, making every panel a visual delight.
Book details
- Author
- Naoki Urasawa
- Publisher
- Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc
- Publication date
- Format
- Paperback / softback
- Pages
- 416
- ISBN-13
- 9781421599618
- Language
- English
- Reading age
- Ages 12–15
- Genre
- Manga & Anime, Dystopian & Sci-Fi Series
- Dimensions
- 147 × 208 × 30 mm
- Weight
- 572 g
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