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Akira Volume 2

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Akira Volume 2
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Katsuhiro Otomo
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:304
Dimensions(mm): Height 253,Width 178
Category/GenreGraphic novels: Manga
ISBN/Barcode 9781935429029
ClassificationsDewey:FIC
Audience
General
Illustrations 1 Illustrations, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Kodansha America, Inc
Imprint Kodansha Comics
Publication Date 22 June 2010
Publication Country United States

Description

In the 21st Century, Neo-Tokyo has risen from the ashes of a Tokyo obliterated by a monstrous psychokinetic power known only as Akira, a being who yet lives, secretly imprisoned in frozen stasis. Those who stand guard know that Akira's awakening is a terrifying inevitability. Tetsuo, an angry young man with immense-and rapidly growing-psychic abilities, may be their only hope to control Akira when he wakes. But Tetsuo is becoming increasingly unstable and harbours a growing obsession to confront Akira face to face.

Author Biography

Katsuhiro Otomo is best known as the creator of the three-thousand page epic Akira. He also directed the groundbreaking animated feature film of the same name, as well as the acclaimed animated film, Steamboy. Most recently, he directed the live-action Japanese film, Mushishi.

Reviews

"Packed with gravity, mystery, and power."-Comics Buyer's Guide