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Battle Royale, Book 1,Used
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Battle Royale, a highoctane thriller about senseless youth violence in a dystopian world, it is one of Japan's bestselling and most controversial novels. As part of a ruthless program by the totalitarian government, ninthgrade students are taken to a small isolated island with a map, food, and various weapons. Forced to wear special collars that explode when they break a rule, they must fight each other for three days until only one "winner" remains. The elimination contest becomes the ultimate in mustsee reality television. A Japanese pulp classic available in English for the first time, Battle Royale is a potent allegory of what it means to be young and survive in today's dogeatdog world. The first novel by smalltown journalist Koushun Takami, it went on to become an even more notorious film by 70yearold director Kinji Fukusaku.
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- Q: What is the genre of 'Battle Royale, Book 1'? A: 'Battle Royale, Book 1' is categorized as an Action & Adventure novel, focusing on themes of youth violence and survival in a dystopian setting.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Battle Royale, Book 1'? A: The author of 'Battle Royale, Book 1' is Koushun Takami, a small-town journalist.
- Q: How many pages does the paperback edition have? A: The paperback edition of 'Battle Royale, Book 1' contains 192 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Very Good' condition, indicating minimal wear and tear.
- Q: When was 'Battle Royale, Book 1' published? A: 'Battle Royale, Book 1' was published on January 1, 2003.
- Q: Is this book available in languages other than English? A: 'Battle Royale, Book 1' is available in English for the first time, previously being a Japanese pulp classic.
- Q: What are the central themes of 'Battle Royale, Book 1'? A: The central themes of 'Battle Royale, Book 1' include youth violence, survival, and the impact of a totalitarian regime.
- Q: What age group is 'Battle Royale, Book 1' suitable for? A: 'Battle Royale, Book 1' is generally recommended for mature readers due to its intense themes and content.
- Q: Is 'Battle Royale, Book 1' part of a series? A: Yes, 'Battle Royale, Book 1' is the first book in a series that explores the consequences of the brutal competition.
- Q: What makes 'Battle Royale, Book 1' controversial? A: 'Battle Royale, Book 1' is considered controversial due to its graphic depiction of violence and its commentary on societal issues.