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Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind Volume One by Hayao Miyazaki

helloimsabrina's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging dark mysterious reflective sad medium-paced

4.0

sennabk's review against another edition

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3.0

(3.5) Good start to the series, short short read, excited to get past where the movie ended.

brendalovesbooks's review against another edition

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2.0

I really like Miyazaki's movies, and I think the overall story here was good. Ultimately, I just didn't care very much for this. I couldn't tell what was supposed to be happening a lot of the time, or who was who, or who was talking even. It was quite difficult for me to get through.

cherrie_bluhd's review against another edition

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4.0

This was such a beautiful read — the art, world, and gentle firmness with which Nausicaä moves through the world were all so wonderful. I think this was an excellent reminder of what considered and thoughtful action can do in a work. I am conscious of every sword, movement, and attack. I think it shows great attention and love in every panel, character, and implication. Everything feels connected, and well-thought out. Can’t wait to read the rest, especially because I (surprisingly) don’t think I’ve ever seen the movie. Also, I don’t know if this is unique to Miyasaki, but the sepia-toned, brownish ink in my copy was absolutely gorgeous and a pleasure to read.

jenniferlena's review against another edition

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Just not for me right now.

elliotyork's review against another edition

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adventurous inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

dhemanth's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective fast-paced

2.5

laetty's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging inspiring reflective medium-paced

5.0

3risson's review against another edition

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adventurous mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

5.0

Truly art ...

debbiebarr's review against another edition

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5.0

Even though the manga and the movie have a number of differences, Miyazaki's incredible story telling make it absolutely possible for both to be good. An breathtaking classic, I couldn't help but finish this quickly, even though I don't as-of-yet have access to the rest of the series. Wonderful.