A masked anarchist takes on a fascist government in a near-future Britain
What it is about
In a future Britain ruled by a totalitarian regime, a mysterious figure in a Guy Fawkes mask known only as V begins a campaign against the state. A young woman named Evey is drawn into his plans. The graphic novel, illustrated by David Lloyd, asks what freedom costs.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who like dystopias and graphic novels with serious ideas.
What you will get
A landmark graphic novel with art by David Lloyd. It contains violence and political themes.
Behind the book
It was illustrated by David Lloyd and first appeared in installments in a British comic magazine in the early 1980s before DC Comics collected it.
Source: Wikipedia
V for Vendetta Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Science Fiction · Dystopia · Anarchy · Graphic novel
Length
296 pages · ≈ 8 h
More about this book
Characters
V, Evey Hammond and the officials of the regime.
Setting
A near-future, fascist Britain.
What makes it different
A graphic novel that has become a symbol for protest around the world.
Feel
Dark, political and stylish.
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