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1.Kapilavastu:-Kapilavastu (Buddha, Book 1) is the first volume of Buddha, the manga or graphic novel, by the father of Japanese mangas, Osamu Tezuka. Buddha is about the life and times of Gautama Buddha and how he came to be worshipped by many. It is a unique depiction of how Siddhartha Gautama, the young prince, broke away from the brutality of the caste system prevalent in ancient Nepal and embarked on a journey to find enlightenment. Book1, Kapilavastu, is about Chapra, who shunned the caste system and wanted to make a better life for himself.\\r\\n\\r\\nTezuka\\\'s rendition of Buddha\\\'s life is unconventional and it has every aspect of a true manga. The characters have been drawn like usual manga characters and beautifully rendered images and sharp detailing adds to the essence of the tale. Chapra, the main character, wants to become a nobleman. Along with him is Tatta, who has an uncanny ability to communicate with animals.\\r\\n\\r\\nNaradatta is another character in the manga, who wants to uncover the omens that might be linked to Buddha\\\'s birth.
2.The four encounters:-The second book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre – an irreverent and humourous rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.\\r\\n\\r\\nIn book two, The Four Encounters, Prince Siddartha – fated to become the Buddha – is confronted by the harsh penalties of social injustice within his own kingdom, fuelled by selfish warlords and villains like the depraved warrior, Bandaka. The tragic fortunes of his loved-ones, such as Tatta the rogue and Migalia the fierce female bandit, force the Prince to choose between love and destiny; Siddartha must forsake his heart and begin his pilgrimage.\\r\\n\\r\\nOriginated in the 1970s, Buddha is Osamu Tezuka\\\'s unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.\\r\\n\\r\\nTezuka\\\'s storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha\\\'s ideas; with an emphasis on, action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression.\\r\\n\\r\\nRather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka\\\'s Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one\\\'s life sensibly, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.
3.Osamu tezuka:-The third book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.\\r\\n\\r\\nIn the third of the Buddha series, as Siddhartha embarks on his journey towards enlightenment, he encounters many influences; some forceful, like the monk Dhepa who believes that purity is only attained through ordeals of the flesh, and some inspirational, like the strange young acolyte, Assaji.\\r\\nMeanwhile, Devadatta, the young orphaned son of Bandaka, is forced along a cruel path. Choosing to reject humanity and compassion, Devadatta’s journey will mould him into Buddha’s greatest adversary.\\r\\n\\r\\nOriginated in the 1970s, Buddha is Osamu Tezuka\\\'s unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.\\r\\n\\r\\nTezuka\\\'s storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha\\\'s ideas; with an emphasis on, action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression.\\r\\n\\r\\nRather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka\\\'s Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one\\\'s life sensibly, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.
4.The forest of uruvela:-The fourth book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.\\r\\n\\r\\nIn book four, unfulfilled by the teachings of renowned ascetics, Siddhartha agrees to follow Dhepa into the forest of trials. But the final ordeal of little Assjai proves to be his most poignant lesson.\\r\\n\\r\\nAs Siddhartha searches his heart and yearns for his family, the Kosalans discover the true caste of their queen – a despised shudra, disguised as a noble kshatriya. For the insult, the Buddha’s homeland will pay dearly.\\r\\n\\r\\nOriginated in the 1970s, Buddha is Osamu Tezuka\\\'s unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha.\\r\\n\\r\\nTezuka\\\'s storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha\\\'s ideas; with an emphasis on, action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression.\\r\\n\\r\\nRather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka\\\'s Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one\\\'s life sensibly, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.
5.Deer park:-The fifth book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.
6.Ananda:-The sixth book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.\\r\\n\\r\\nIn book six, as Kapiluvastu burns and it\\\'s people are hunted down, an infant refugee – Ananda – is granted the gift of invincibility by Mara, an evil demon. Nurtured by the she-devil, Ananda learns to use his power to become a fearsome bandit, honing his cruelty and selfishness before he is unleashed upon the demon\\\'s enemy: Buddha.\\r\\n\\r\\nOriginated in the 1970s, Buddha is Osamu Tezuka\\\'s unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha. Tezuka\\\'s storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha\\\'s ideas, with an emphasis on action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression. Rather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka\\\'s Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one\\\'s life sensibly. Furthermore, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.
7.Prince ajatasattu:-The seventh book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.
8.Jetavana:-The eighth book in the classic eight volume graphic novel series retelling the story of Buddha, from the godfather of the genre.\\r\\n\\r\\nIn book eight, Buddha finally travels home to Kapiluvastu to teach and inspire more followers. There, in the beautiful garden of Jetavana, he explains the original parable of the self-immolating rabbit and reveals the keystone of his philosophy.\\r\\n\\r\\nOriginated in the 1970s, the ‘Buddha’ series is Osamu Tezuka\\\'s unparalleled rendition of the life and times of Prince Siddhartha. Tezuka\\\'s storytelling genius and consummate skill at visual expression blossom fully as he contextualizes the Buddha\\\'s ideas; with an emphasis on, action, emotion, humour and conflict as Prince Siddhartha runs away from home, travels across India and questions Hindu practices such as ascetic self-mutilation and caste oppression. Rather than recommend resignation and impassivity, Tezuka\\\'s Buddha predicates enlightenment upon recognizing the interconnectedness of life, having compassion for the suffering, and ordering one\\\'s life sensibly, his approach is slightly irreverent in that it incorporates something that Western commentators often eschew, namely, humour.\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n

1.Kapilavastu:-Kapilavastu (Buddha, Book 1) is the first volume of Buddha, the manga or graphic novel, by the father of Japanese mangas, Osamu Tezuka. Buddha is about the life and times of Gautama Buddha and how he came to be worshipped by many. It is a unique depiction of how Siddhartha Gautama, the young prince, broke away from the brutality of the caste system prevalent in ancient Nepal and embarked on a journey to find enlightenment. Book1, Kapilavastu, is about Chapra, who shunned the caste system and wanted to make a better life for himself.\\r\\n\\r\\nTezuka\\\'s rendition of Buddha\\\'s life is unconventional...  Read More