Vinland Saga 5
Author: Yukimura, Makoto
ISBN: 9781612624242
Publisher: KODANSHA
Year First Published: 2014
Pages: 448
Dimensions: 210mm x 146mm x 41mm
Format: Hardback
Description
The epic action manga for fans of Game of Thrones. A story of war, royal intrigue, suspense and revenge set against the Viking invasions of England.
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.
ISBN: 9781612624242
Publisher: KODANSHA
Year First Published: 2014
Pages: 448
Dimensions: 210mm x 146mm x 41mm
Format: Hardback
Description
The epic action manga for fans of Game of Thrones. A story of war, royal intrigue, suspense and revenge set against the Viking invasions of England.
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.
