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Cells at Work! Omnibus 1 (Vols. 1-3)

By Akane Shimizu
Series: Cells at Work! Omnibus
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Cells at Work! Omnibus 1 (Vols. 1-3) by Akane Shimizu dives into the lively and bustling world inside the human body, personifying cells as workers tackling various challenges. Through engaging graphics and storytelling, it explores the adventures of protagonists Red Blood Cell and White Blood Cell as they navigate through bacterial invaders, injuries, and other unique scenarios. The series creatively educates readers about biological processes while providing an entertaining and action-packed narrative.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this graphic novel if you're fascinated by the human body and appreciate a unique, imaginative exploration of its inner workings. With a blend of educational content and entertaining storytelling, this series anthropomorphises cells, offering a delightful adventure through the body's complex ecosystem. Perfect for fans of science and humour with a twist of action.

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Cells at Work! Omnibus 1 (Vols. 1-3)

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Get swept away by the drama in your own bloodstream, with the acclaimed manga that inspired the hit anime. The complete series is now available in these two oversized, 600-page volumes!

Hailed by doctors and educators for its fun and accurate depictions, Cells at Work! follows the spunky Red Blood Cell and cold-as-ice White Blood Cell as they navigate all manner of health problems from the inside out.

Includes Vol. 1-3 of Cells at Work!

Follow the 37 trillion cells inside a human body, including Red Blood Cell, White Blood Cell, Macrophage, and, of course, the cute, little Platelets, as they face off against threats like cedar pollen, parasites, food poisoning, staph infection, and their ultimate nemesis, cancer. Twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year, these tiny workers are doing their best to keep you moving.

This new omnibus edition brings the series back in a larger page size, with three volumes in one. Collect the entire series in just two books!

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Cells at Work! Omnibus 1 (Vols. 1-3) by Akane Shimizu is praised for its unique take on bodily functions by anthropomorphising cells, thus making biology entertaining and educational. The artwork is commended for its vibrant and dynamic style, and the narrative balances humour and information well. The characters are endearing, and readers find themselves rooting for them as they navigate the daily challenges in the human body.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781646519217

Publisher: Kodansha America, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 November 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Kodansha Comics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 41.0mm

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 624g

Pages: 528

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Akane Shimizu Fiction Graphic Novels Manga Penguin Books Series: Cells at Work! Omnibus

About the Author

After winning the 27th Sirius New Age Award for best newcomer manga, Akane Shimizu is making her manga debut with "Cells at Work!"

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