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Dr. Slump, Vol. 1

By Akira Toriyama
Series: Dr. Slump
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Dr. Slump, Vol. 1 by Akira Toriyama dives into the madcap adventures of Senbei Norimaki, a bumbling inventor, and his robot creation, Arale. Living in the quirky Penguin Village, Arale explores the world with naivety and strength, leading to hilarious scenarios and colourful encounters. This graphic novel blends humour and whimsy, showcasing Toriyama's unique art style and playful storytelling.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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If you enjoy a blend of slapstick comedy and imaginative science fiction, you'll likely be captivated by Akira Toriyama's work in Graphic Novels. This book combines humour with quirky characters and whimsical adventures, offering a delightful escape into a vividly drawn world that Toriyama is renowned for creating.

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Robot girl hijinks from the creator of Dragon Ball!

When goofy inventor Senbei Norimaki creates a precocious robot named Arale, his masterpiece turns out to be more than he bargained for!

Basking in the glow of his scientific achievement, Senbei scrambles to get Arale in working order so the rest of Penguin Village won't have reason to suspect she's not really a girl. But first, Senbei needs to find her a pair of glasses and some clothes...

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Dr. Slump, Vol. 1 by Akira Toriyama is celebrated for its whimsical humour and charming characters. Readers appreciate the blend of absurd and heartfelt moments, with Toriyama’s distinct art style enhancing the comedic effect. While some note that the humour might not be for everyone, many enjoy its lighthearted nature and creative storytelling.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781591169505

Publisher: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 May 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 177g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

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.

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