Dragon Ball (VIZBIG Edition), Vol. 2

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Dragon Ball (VIZBIG Edition), Vol. 2
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Akira Toriyama
SeriesDragon Ball VIZBIG Edition
Series part Volume No. 2
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:560
Dimensions(mm): Height 219,Width 146
Category/GenreGraphic novels: Manga
ISBN/Barcode 9781421520605
ClassificationsDewey:FIC
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc
Imprint Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc
Publication Date 1 September 2008
Publication Country United States

Description

Change your perspective: get BIG A seminal series from a legendary creator. Dragon Ball, a wry update on the Chinese "Monkey King" myth, introduces us to Son Goku, a young monkey-tailed boy whose quiet life is turned upside-down when he meets Bulma, a girl determined to collect the seven "Dragon Balls." If she gathers them all, an incredibly powerful dragon will appear and grant her one wish. But the precious orbs are scattered all over the world, and to get them she needs the help of a certain super-strong boy... A Collection of Volumes 4 - 6! Son Goku has made it to the Tenka'ichi Budokai, the world's number-one martial arts tournament where the competitors vie for the title of "Strongest Under the Heavens." Goku may have strength on his side, but even the training of martial arts master Kame Sen'nin hasn't prepared him for what he's about to face. Only seven finalists remain, each with their own special moves. Will the champion be Goku? His fellow student Kuririn? Yamcha, the master of "Fist of the Wolf Fang"? Fighting woman Ran Fuan? Giran, a rubbery monster who's part dinosaur? Namu, an Indian mystic? Or Jackie Chun, the mysterious old man who may be the toughest fighter of all?

Author Biography

Renowned worldwide for his playful, innovative storytelling and humorous, distinctive art style, Akira Toriyama burst onto the manga scene in 1980 with the wildly popular Dr. Slump. His hit series Dragon Ball (published in the U.S. as Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z) ran from 1984 to 1995 in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump magazine. He is also known for his design work on video games such as Dragon Quest, Chrono Trigger, Tobal No. 1, and Blue Dragon. His recent manga works include COWA!, Kajika, Sand Land, Neko Majin, and a children's book, Toccio the Angel. He lives with his family in Japan.