Usagi Yojimbo Book 5

This fifth volume collects the epic-length "Blood Wings," in whichUsagi battles a fearsome clan of ninja bats, while "Lone Goat and Kid"offers a cunning and affectionate parody of the famous "Lone Wolf andCub" manga while doubling as one of Usagi's most dramatic and heartfeltadventures. "Frost and Fire" and "The Way of the Samurai" provide thepsychological drama of this volume, which is rounded out by one of themost unique Usagi tales ever, "A Kite Story," which doubles as afascinating look at the daily life and work of a 17th century Japanesekite maker, dramatically showcasing the thoroughness of Sakai'sresearch and his skills as a storyteller. Featuring a foreword by thelegendary Stan Lee!Sakai, Stan is the author of 'Usagi Yojimbo Book 5', published 1992 under ISBN 9781560970880 and ISBN 156097088X.