Biographical Note:
Hirohiko Araki made his manga debut in 1981 with the Wild West story Busô Poker. He experimented with several genres, including mystery ( Mashonen B.T.) and action-horror ( Baoh), before beginning JoJo's Bizarre Adventure in 1986. Propelled by imaginative storylines, weird imagery and individualistic artwork, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is one of the longest-running and most popular shonen manga ever. Araki's current works include a new series set in the JoJo universe, JoJolion.

Marc Notes:
First published in Japan in 1986 by SHUEISHA Inc., Tokyo--Colophon.;In keeping with the original Japanese format, this book reads from back to front and from right to left.;Young Jonathan Joestar's life is forever changed when he meets his new adopted brother, Dio. For some reason, Dio has a smoldering grudge against him and derives pleasure from seeing him suffer. But every man has his limits, as Dio finds out. This is the beginning of a long and hateful relationship!--;Provided by publisher.;Rated T+ for older teen;recommended for ages 16 and up.;Translated from the Japanese.

Publisher Marketing:
A multigenerational tale of the heroic Joestar family and their never-ending battle against evil!

Review Citations:

• Publishers Weekly 03/16/2015 (EAN 9781421578798, Hardcover)
• Wilson Graphic Novels Catalog 04/11/2019 (EAN 9781421578798, Hardcover)