The Rose of Versailles 1972-73 [Deluxe Limited Edition] 5

Special Edition Celebrating Riyoko Ikeda's 50th Anniversary and 45th Anniversary of the Beginning of the Series! A shining monumental work in the history of Japanese manga, "The Rose of Versailles" is now available in a luxurious, dreamlike new edition!!

The magazine features a stunning, first-ever B5 size, the same format as when it first appeared in magazines. Beautifully bound in hardcover. The frontispieces of each chapter are included within the manga text for the first time, in their original serialization size. A new interview with Ikeda-sensei is planned (and more). The "ultimate version" that fans have long dreamed of has finally come true! This is a limited-edition first edition, so don't miss this opportunity!

A shining monumental work in the history of Japanese shojo manga, "The Rose of Versailles" Serialized in Weekly Margaret (Shueisha) from 1972-73. Set in 18th century France, this historical epic tale of love and struggle centers on Queen Marie Antoinette and Oscar, the youngest daughter of an aristocratic family but raised as a boy, alongside fascinating characters like Andre and Fersen, set against the backdrop of the turbulent times leading up to the French Revolution. Its grand scale and splendid, romantic content, unlike anything seen in shojo manga up until that point, earned it enthusiastic support from readers and made it a huge hit.

Furthermore, in 1974, the Takarazuka Revue adapted it for the stage, which enjoyed an unprecedented run, and in 1979, a live-action film adaptation was made, directed by the master Jacques Demy and filmed on location in France. The TV anime version, also produced in 1979, was a huge hit overseas.

The series transcended gender and age barriers, sparking the nationwide social phenomenon known as the "Rose of Versailles," and even today, in the 21st century, it remains beloved by countless fans as an immortal masterpiece.

Now, to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the start of serialization and the 50th anniversary of author Riyoko Ikeda's debut (both in 2017), The Rose of Versailles will be published in a seven-volume "Deluxe Limited Edition" series as a special publication. While the series has been published in numerous paperback formats, including paperback, A5, and pocket editions, this marks the first time it has been published in the full-size B5 format it was serialized in. Produced on high-quality paper and incorporating the latest printing technology, this book not only delivers the impact of a large screen, but also meticulously reproduces Ikeda's signature, elegant pen strokes down to every strand of hair, fold in a character's dress, and every lace pattern. This unparalleled book offers the same realism as if you were looking at a manuscript that had just been drawn.

The beautifully bound and bound hardcover is finished with gold foil. All frontispieces are included for the first time within each issue's main text in their original serialization size, and all color pages are also reprinted. This edition faithfully reproduces the original serialization page layout. Each volume will include a new interview with Riyoko Ikeda, and there will also be a comprehensive gallery filled with cover art, previews, and related illustrations from the original serialization. The ultimate deluxe book that every Rose of Versailles fan has dreamed of at least once has finally become a reality.

Ikeda herself has described The Rose of Versailles as "a monument to my youth."

A treasured memory of those days... And a perfect gift for yourself or someone special... Discover the true value of The Rose of Versailles, as never before experienced!

◆Three Major Features of this Series: [1] The first full-size, high-definition, and powerful pages in B5 format since the magazine serialization. [2] Made with high-quality, fade-resistant paper, featuring a heavy, beautiful binding and binding. [3] All title pages are included within the text for the first time in their original size, with all color pages reproduced, and an author interview is also planned.

First-ever full-size B5 hardcover edition, approximately 270 pages per volume, gold foil embossed covers, floral prints, and spine (string) included, all title pages included within the text for the first time, all color pages reproduced, pagination from the original serialization is reproduced, and high-quality, fade-resistant paper is used. Bonus features at the end of each volume: a new interview with Riyoko Ikeda (planned for each volume), a gallery featuring the original title pages, cover art, previews, and related illustrations, as well as original data, commentary, illustrations, and more.

*The above specifications and information are current as of June 2016 and are subject to change. Thank you for your understanding.