Buddha #1
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis volume collects the first part of Osamu Tezuka's epic manga biography of Siddhartha Gautama, covering his early life as a prince in the kingdom of Kapilavastu. It follows his sheltered upbringing, his encounters with suffering outside the palace walls, and the spiritual awakening that sets him on the path to becoming the Buddha. Tezuka's signature storytelling blends historical detail with humanistic drama, presenting a sweeping narrative that reimagines the founder of Buddhism's journey from privilege to enlightenment.
"Chapter One Brahmin" kicks off Buddha #1 with a haunting tale woven by Osamu Tezuka and Tracy Roberts, featuring Tezuka’s distinctive art and inks. Master Asita recounts a fable of self-sacrifice, then sends Naradatta on a quest to uncover the truth behind a mysterious figure, while Chapra races to reclaim stolen goods—his mother’s freedom hanging in the balance. The story unfolds with quiet intensity, grounded in ancient wisdom and personal stakes, all rendered in Tezuka’s expressive, timeless style, with a cover by Tezuka himself.
In "Chapter One Brahmin" from Buddha #1, Master Asita recounts a tale of a rabbit’s selfless sacrifice, then sends Naradatta on a quest to uncover the truth behind a mysterious man. When Chapra is robbed and learns his mother faces slavery unless the stolen goods are returned, he sets out to reclaim them, drawn into a journey that tests his resolve and reveals deeper truths.
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