Akira, Vol. 1 by Katsuhiro Otomo
Set in a post-apocalyptic Neo-Tokyo, the story follows Kaneda, a rebellious biker gang leader, and his friend Tetsuo, who gains destructive psychic abilities after a mysterious accident. As Tetsuo's powers spiral out of control, threatening the fragile peace of the city, Kaneda becomes embroiled in a government conspiracy involving a secretive project and a mysterious child named Akira. The narrative explores themes of power, friendship, and societal collapse, set against a backdrop of futuristic urban decay and political unrest.
The 17152nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1984
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 350-400
- Original Language
- Japanese
- Avg User Rating
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(4.3)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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