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Paperback. Pub Date:2006-06-05 Pages: 400 Language: English Publisher: HarperCollins UK The fifth book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha. from the godfather of the genre.In book five. rising from the shade of the Pippla tree. Buddha must spread the word of Brahma to his fellows. be they human or animal.He will confront Devadattas ruthless ambition. soothe Tattas thirst for revenge and will even reach out to the stubborn monk Dhepa.But forgiving the Kingdom of Kosala for the devastation wreaked upon his homeland could prove to be Buddhas greatest challenge yet.Originated in the 1970s. Buddha is Osamu Tezukas unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.Tezukas storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddhas ideas. with an emphasis on action. emotion....