A fitting end to a tremendous series.

As in the previous volumes, Mizuki skillfully blends the grand and the small scales. Although this volume spans many more years, the story still grips us. It’s an incredible page-turner.

The work is deeply emotional and highly informative at the same time. It does an excellent job of making you feel what Mizuki and his fellow Japanese experienced during those years, which is no easy feat. Conveying emotions effectively is one of an artist’s most challenging tasks, and Mizuki triumphs here.

I highly recommend this series to anyone interested in Japanese history, or simply in great storytelling and art. It’s a tremendous achievement.