Author Last Name,
Author First Name,
Pages,
Binding,
ISBN 10,
ISBN 13,
Condition,
Publisher,
Date Published,
Genre,
Specifications
Author Last Name:
Yukimura
Author First Name:
Makoto
Pages:
448
Binding:
Paperback
ISBN 10:
1612624243
ISBN 13:
9781612624242
Condition:
New
Publisher:
Kodansha Comics
Date Published:
10/7/2014
Genre:
Manga/Graphic Novels
Description
Fans of mature, epic tales like Berserk and Lone Wolf and Cub will find a new favorite in Vinland Saga. Hardcover two-in-one format packed with extras appeals to college-aged and adult fans. 16 and up. Series is ongoing in Japan. The Viking invasion of England has reached a fever pitch, and Askeladd and Thorfinn rush to take part in the carnage! Their goal is the capture of Canute, the son of King Sweyn Forkbeard and heir to the throne of Scandanavia and the Danelaw. But standing in their way is Thorkell, one of the Viking world's most daring warriors. The defeat of a living legend will be a formidable test of Askeladd's cunning and Thorfinn's ruthlessness! Story Locale: Medieval England Series Overview: Thorfinn is son to one of the Vikings' greatest warriors, but when his father is killed in battle by the mercenary leader Askeladd, he swears to have his revenge. Thorfinn joins Askeladd's band in order to challenge him to a duel, and ends up caught in the middle of a war for the crown of England. From the creator of the classic Planetes manga comes this epic, highly-anticipated tale.
