20th century boys : the perfect edition
(Book)

This book reads from right to left, in traditional manga style.

Original Japanese edition published by Shogakukan.

Humanity, having faced extinction at the end of the 20th century, would not have entered the new millennium if it weren't for them. In 1969, during their youth, they created a symbol. In 1997, as the coming disaster slowly starts to unfold, that symbol returns. This is the story of a gang of boys who try to save the world. Failed rock musician Kenji's memories of his past come rushing back when one of his childhood friends mysteriously commits suicide. Could this new death be related to the rise of a bizarre new cult that's been implicated in several other murders and disappearances? Determined to dig deeper, Kenji reunites with some of his old buddies in the hope of learning the truth behind it all.,- From goodreads.com.

Rated T+, Older teen.

Translated from the Japanese.

Kodansha Manga Award, 2001

Japan Media Arts Festival Excellence Prize, 2002

Shogakukan Manga Award, 2003

Japan Cartoonist Award Grand Prize, 2008