Sun |
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Author:
| Tezuka, Osamu |
Illustrator:
| Tezuka, Osamu |
Series title: | Phoenix Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-4215-0973-0 |
Publication Date: | Sep 2007 |
Publisher: | Viz Media
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $16.99 |
Book Description:
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The wolf-faced Harima fights on behalf of the once deified Ku tribe, who are perceived as demonic after the introduction of Buddhism to Japan. This conflict is mirrored in the 21st century, where Harima's counterpart, Bando Suguri, fights against a Phoenix-worshipping group known as "Hikari." Sun is the longest chapter in the Phoenix series, and its structure is threefold. Harima's story in 7th century Japan interweaves with that taking place in the 21st century, while...
More DescriptionThe wolf-faced Harima fights on behalf of the once deified Ku tribe, who are perceived as demonic after the introduction of Buddhism to Japan. This conflict is mirrored in the 21st century, where Harima's counterpart, Bando Suguri, fights against a Phoenix-worshipping group known as "Hikari."
Sun is the longest chapter in the Phoenix series, and its structure is threefold. Harima's story in 7th century Japan interweaves with that taking place in the 21st century, while another tale of a spiritual battle bridges both past and future.