One-Pound Gospel, Vol. 1 (Viz Graphic Novel) - Softcover

Takahashi, Rumiko

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1569311315 ISBN 13: 9781569311318

Publisher: VIZ Media LLC, 1996

Synopsis

A boxer without a prayer meets a naïve nun who might be his only chance for salvation… and victory in the ring.

Times are tough at Mukaida's Gym. Though a promising novice with a surprise win in his debut bout, Kosaku has since adopted a steady regimen of extremely unhealthy eating habits--enough to make his coach ready to permanently throw in the towel. Will Sister Angela's teachings help Kosaku realize that the road to victory is not paved with bowls of ramen? Or will Kosaku's burgeoning feelings for the young nun undermine his ability to concentrate on training, fighting and binge eating?

About this title

About the Author:

The spotlight on Rumiko Takahashi's career began in 1978 when she won an honorable mention in Shogakukan's annual New Comic Artist Contest for Those Selfish Aliens. Later that same year, her boy-meets-alien comedy series, Urusei Yatsura, was serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday. This phenomenally successful manga series was adapted into anime format and spawned a TV series and half a dozen theatrical-release movies, all incredibly popular in their own right. Takahashi followed up the success of her debut series with one blockbuster hit after another--Maison Ikkoku ran from 1980 to 1987, Ranma 1/2 from 1987 to 1996, and Inuyasha from 1996 to 2008. Other notable works include Mermaid Saga, Rumic Theater, and One-Pound Gospel.

About this edition

• Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 1569311315
• ISBN 13: 9781569311318
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 240
• Illustrator: Takahashi Rumiko