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Master Keaton, Vol. 5

Master Keaton, Vol. 5

MangaCrimeGraphic Novels
Pages
352
Published
2013
Language
English

Synopsis

Taichi Keaton, a half-Japanese, half-British archaeologist and former SAS instructor, continues his globetrotting adventures. Using his unique blend of academic knowledge and survival skills, Keaton solves mysteries and navigates dangerous situations. This volume delves further into his past and the intricate web of international intrigue he finds himself in.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

TenseAdventurous
Reluctant Hero

Genres

Crime Graphic Novels Manga Mystery

Authors

D
Daruma Serveis Lingüistics S.L.

Daruma Serveis Lingüistics S.L. is the creative force behind the manga series 20th Century Boys. This work showcases their skill in crafting compelling narratives within the science fiction and mystery genres.

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Hokusei Katsushika

Hokusei Katsushika is known for the Master Keaton series, a collection of mystery and adventure stories. Readers can explore his work through volumes such as Master Keaton, Vol. 7, Vol. 8, and Vol. 11.

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Naoki Urasawa

Naoki Urasawa (born January 2, 1960, in Fuchū, Tokyo) is a Japanese manga artist. A graduate of Meisei University with a degree in economics, he debuted professionally in 1983 and has since created several internationally acclaimed series, including the psychological thriller Monster, the science-fiction mystery 20th Century Boys, the Astro Boy reimagining Pluto: Urasawa x Tezuka, and Billy Bat. His work is known for dense, multi-layered narratives and mastery of suspense. He has won the Shogaku...

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Takashi Nagasaki

Takashi Nagasaki (born January 14, 1956, in Sendai, Miyagi, Japan) is a Japanese manga writer, editor and producer. He joined the publisher Shogakukan as an editor in 1980, working on magazines including Big Comic, Weekly Shōnen Sunday and Big Comic Spirits (serving as the latter's editor-in-chief from 1999 to 2001) before going freelance. He is best known as Naoki Urasawa's longtime creative partner and story co-writer, collaborating on Master Keaton, Monster, 20th Century Boys, Pluto and Billy...

Frequently asked questions

  • Does this series have an overarching plot or is it episodic?

    The series is primarily episodic, with most chapters functioning as self-contained stories that resolve within one or two installments. While there is no grand, continuous narrative, the series does feature recurring character development regarding Keaton's relationships with his father, his daughter, and his ex-wife.

  • Is there an anime adaptation of this manga?

    Yes, a 39-episode anime adaptation produced by Studio Madhouse exists, which originally aired between 1998 and 2000. It covers a selection of stories from the manga rather than adapting the entire series.

  • Are there any sequels or follow-up stories to the original manga?

    A sequel titled Master Keaton Remaster was serialized between 2012 and 2014, set twenty years after the events of the original series and collected into a single volume.