Samurai: The Heart of the Prophet

Name: Samurai: The Heart of the Prophet
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SKU: 9781782763376
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By Jean-François Di Giorgio

Series: Samurai

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Takeo has fulfilled his ambition by becoming a Samurai, but Imperial Japan is fraught with conflict. General Akuma, a powerful figure, has betrayed the Emperor, entwined with Takeo by a dark secret involving the 13th prophet. Takeo's journey to discover his true identity unfolds amid this gripping turmoil.
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This graphic novel is ideal for fans of manga, anime, and readers intrigued by historical and supernatural tales set in Imperial Japan.

Takeo has finally achieved his dream; he has left behind the darkness of his past and become a Samurai. Yet Imperial Japan is in turmoil; General Akuma, one of the Empire's most powerful men has turned his back on the Emperor, and is planning to betray him. The two men are linked by a dark secret; the 13th prophet.

Will appeal to the fans of Usagi Yojimbo, Lone Wolf and Cub and 47 Ronin. Historical fiction set in Imperial Japan. An elegant, at times humorous, saga.

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Samurai: The Heart of the Prophet tells the tale of Takeo, who has finally achieved his dream; he has left behind the darkness of his past and become a Samurai. Yet, Imperial Japan is in turmoil; General Akuma, one of the Empire's most powerful men, has turned his back on the Emperor and is planning to betray him.

The two men are linked by a dark secret: the 13th prophet. It is into this mysterious feud that Takeo will stray on his quest to find out who he really is...

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Samurai: The Heart of the Prophet has been praised as essential reading for manga and anime enthusiasts and highly recommended for others. Described as "great stuff" by Nerdly, "an incredible read" by Comic Book Bin, and instantly captivating according to IGN, this graphic novel promises an engaging experience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782763376

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 December 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Comics

Contributors:

Illustrated by Delphine Rieu
Illustrated by Frederic Genêt

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 212.0mm

Height: 284.0mm

Weight: 880g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

Jean-François Di Giorgio is a writer whose work includes the Mygala series and Samurai. Frederic Genêt trained at the Institut Saint-Luc and L’École Des Arts de Braine-L’Alleud. He joined Soliel in 2005 to create Samurai with his former teacher and friend, Jean-François Di Giorgio.

Samurai: The Heart of the Prophet