Katsuhiro Otomo's epic manga, Akira, is considered by many to be the finest work of graphic fiction ever created, a work of astonishing power and visionary scope, and possessing of a level of illustration skill unmatched in the annals of the medium. This epic story was for many, the first introduction to anime and manga.
Now available for the first time in an English-language edition, Akira Club is an essential companion to Akira, a dazzling collection of Otomo's mind-blowing visions, including over one hundred title-page illustrations created for the original serialization but not included with the published collections of Akira.
The book also features rarely seen alternate art, preliminary drawings, production sketches, and a variety of Akira posters, advertisements, and products, all accompanied by fascinating commentary by the artist himself. This essential companion belongs on the bookshelves of every Akira enthusiast, manga fan, or devotee of fantasy and science fiction illustration.
"More than twenty years since its original serialization, Akira, in my view, still sets illustration standards that are as yet unmatched in the field, and Akira Club showcases a huge amount of Otomo's Akira art that was never collected. Absolutely mind-blowing stuff!" says Dark Horse Senior Editor Chris Warner.
Akira Club features story and art by Katsuhiro Otomo.