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Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 1

By Rifujin Na Magonote
Series: Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel)
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In Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 1 by Rifujin Na Magonote, an unemployed and disheartened man finds himself reincarnated in a magical world after a tragic accident. Given a second chance at life, he resolves to live without regrets and make the most of his newfound abilities. As he navigates this unfamiliar realm, he strives to overcome past failures and seize new opportunities with courage and determination.
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Death is only the beginning in this epic and influential fantasy light novel series that spawned a manga adaptation (and a manga spin-off, Mushoku Tensei: Roxy Gets Serious), all available from Seven Seas. And don't miss the new anime!

Kicked out by his family and wandering the streets, an unemployed 34-year-old shut-in thinks he's hit rock-bottom—just as he's hit and killed by a speeding truck!

Awakening to find himself reborn as an infant in a world of swords and sorcery, but with the memories of his first life intact, Rudeus Greyrat is determined not to repeat his past mistakes. He's going to make the most of this reincarnation as he sets off on the adventure of a second lifetime!

Series: Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel)

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    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 11 Little sisters make big problems! Rudeus has adventured across continents and survived run-ins with gods—and none of it has prepared him to watch Aisha and Norn when Paul leaves them temporarily in his care. Can he rise to the occasion yet again, or will parenting two preteen girls be the ordeal that...
    By Rifujin Na Magonote
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  • Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 12
    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 12 features a gripping tale where father and son must face the challenges of a perilous journey. Rudeus and Paul must descend into the deadly depths of a Teleportation Labyrinth to rescue Zenith. The father-son duo makes short work of deadly beasts and ancient magical traps, but it's the terrible truth at the...
    By Rifujin Na Magonote
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    $3200
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  • Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 1
    Death is only the beginning in this epic and influential fantasy light novel series that spawned a manga adaptation (and a manga spin-off, Mushoku Tensei: Roxy Gets Serious), all available from Seven Seas. And don't miss the new anime! Kicked out by his family and wandering the streets, an unemployed 34-year-old shut-in thinks he's hit rock-bottom—just as he's hit and...
    By Rifujin Na Magonote
    Paperback
    $3100
    Elsewhere:
    $3400
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 4
    EYES OF THE DEMON Continuing their journey, Rudeus, Eris, and Ruijerd have a run-in with a figure from legend—none other than the Great Emperor of the Demon World, Kishirika herself! When the trio lend her their aid, Kishirika rewards Rudy with a strange new power...one that might just be more than he bargained for. Discover the thrilling events in Mushoku...
    By Rifujin Na Magonote
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    $3100
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    $3400
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    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 5
    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 5 Father vs. Son Rudeus and his party arrive in Millishion, the capital of the Holy Country of Millis, only to find themselves tangled up with yet another attempted kidnapping. But the real shock comes when the kidnappers' very familiar boss shows up on the scene. What will this unexpected reunion bring?!
    By Rifujin Na Magonote
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  • Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 6
    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 6 presents a royal mess as the story unfolds with intrigue and rescue missions. A tip from the enigmatic Man God leads Rudeus and company to the Shirone Kingdom, where Lilia and Aisha are held captive in the palace. Determined to rescue them, they find themselves swept up in the unresolved issues Roxy...
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  • Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 9
    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 9 Blast from the past! Life at the Ranoa University of Magic suddenly gets more interesting when Rudeus discovers the mysterious Fitz's true identity. What will this unforeseen reunion bring? And what if it is too late for him and his long-lost friend to repair the bond they once had?
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  • Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 7
    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 7 takes readers on an epic journey filled with emotion and adventure. Alone and forlorn, Rudeus arrives at the city of Rosenburg to search for his mother, Zenith. Despite his attempts to focus on the task at hand, Eris' absence weighs heavy on his heart. In an effort to distract himself from his...
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  • Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 14
    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 14 Castle in the Sky Nanahoshi, Rudeus, and the rest of their group take a trip to Perugius's mysterious floating fortress, seeking adventure and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to learn new magic. What they find instead is disaster as one of their number is struck down by a deadly illness. How far will Rudeus...
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  • Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 8
    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 8 Back to school! A letter for Rudeus arrives out of the blue, bearing an invitation to enrol at the Ranoa University of Magic. The admissions exam is a cakewalk, but once Rudeus is accepted, a far less straightforward challenge awaits him—getting to know his eccentric new classmates!
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781642751383

Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 May 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 181.0mm

Weight: 249g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Rifujin na Magonote is a Japanese writer best known as the author of the light novel and manga series Mushoku Tensei- Jobless Reincarnation. Shirotaka is a Japanese artist best known for the illustrations in the light novel series Mushoku Tensei- Jobless Reincarnation.

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    $3200
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    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 12 features a gripping tale where father and son must face the challenges of a perilous journey. Rudeus and Paul must descend into the deadly depths of a Teleportation Labyrinth to rescue Zenith. The father-son duo makes short work of deadly beasts and ancient magical traps, but it's the terrible truth at the...
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    Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation (Light Novel) Vol. 5 Father vs. Son Rudeus and his party arrive in Millishion, the capital of the Holy Country of Millis, only to find themselves tangled up with yet another attempted kidnapping. But the real shock comes when the kidnappers' very familiar boss shows up on the scene. What will this unexpected reunion bring?!
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