Buddha Story of Enlightenment (2008) comic books
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Issue #1
Published Mar 2008 by Virgin Comics.$2.50
Created by: Deepak Chopra Adapted by: Joshua Dysart Art by: Harshvardhan Kadam Cover by: Satish Tayade. A stunning adaptation of The New York Times Bestselling novel by spiritual leader Deepak Chopra (Kama Sutra, Lifer After Death: The Burden of Truth), realized by visionary comics writer Joshua Dysart (Violent Messiahs, Swamp Thing), BUDDHA: A TALE OF ENLIGHTENMENT is an emotionally evocative, fictional look at one of the most iconic figures in philosophy and spiritualism; Buddha. We begin with war and strife and the birth of a being destined to become a leader. But will he lead as a king with wealth and power, or choose a different path of poverty, compassion, and enlightenment? This book will contain a special foreword by author Deepak Chopra and a unique extended spread. Cover price $3.99.
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Issue #2
Published Apr 2008 by Virgin Comics.$2.50
$2.50
Adapted from The New Yorks Times Best-selling novel by Deepak Chopra. As Siddartha's childhood enfolds, the young boy leads a sheltered, opulent existence that keeps him safe but allows him no freedoms. Isolated and kind, he finds himself forced to deal with a familial bully and the machinations of the demon, Mara, who is bent on destroying the Buddha before he can destroy him. Cover price $3.99.
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Issue #3
Published Jun 2008 by Virgin Comics.$2.50
$2.50
Deepak Chopra's comic book interpretation of his New York Times best-selling novel continues as Prince Siddartha is at the cusp of adulthood and the peak of his physical strength. Poised to succeed his fathers' rule, he must first face a series of trials to prove his ability to lead and strike fear in the hearts of his subjects. But will the young prince be able to commit the ultimate act of violence, killing another man, or will his path lead him towards something greater? Cover price $2.99.
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Issue #4
Published Jul 2008 by Virgin Comics.$2.50
$2.50
Written by: Deepak Chopra Adapted by: Joshua Dysart Art & Cover by: Harshvardhan Kadam The results will be devastating when Prince Siddartha learns that he shares an attraction for a beautiful young servant girl with Devadatta, his cousin and nemesis. Family loyalties are tested even further when Siddartha learns of Devadatta's secret conspiracy against him to win not only the girl but also the throne. Cover price $2.99.
