This book contains extensive information on the characters and storylines from Bleach volumes 1-21. It also includes an exclusive poster, bonus manga, the original Bleach one-shot story and an interview with creator Tite Kubo.

Long ago, a great battle raged between the Light and Darkness. Each possessed great strengths; above all the power of shadow. With the defeat of the forces of Darkness, the shadow power was sealed away. Now the evil Gran Kingdom is seeking to rule the world through the combined power of shadow and machine. When young Shu's village comes under attack he awakens the legendary Blue Dragon and begins a quest to master his shadow power and rescue the world.

Reading great books in the original language should be the culmination of language study, but reading Japanese literature unassisted is a daunting task that can defeat even the most able of students. Breaking into Japanese Literature is specially designed to help you bypass all the frustration and actually enjoy classics of Japanese literature.

Inazo Nitobe, a Japanese philosopher writing in eloquent English, outlines the origins of bushido, or the way of the samurai, and shows how the code permeates traditional Japanese culture. Nitobe's extensive research results in an eclectic and far-reaching book. He delved into Buddhism, Shintoism, and Confucianism while seeking similarities and contrasts by citing philosophers going back to the Romans, the Greeks and Biblical times.

North Side features art from such beloved series as Clover, Magic Knight Rayearth, Legend of Chun Hyang, CLAMP in Wonderland, and many others. Also included: original CLAMP artwork, the original comic Princess Mokona of the CLAMP Country (featuring the CLAMP artists themselves), a CLAMP interview and a complete catalogue of all featured images with a description of each.

South Side features art from such manga classics as Man of Many Faces, Duklyon: Clamp School Defenders, Clamp School Detectives, Suki, Wish, CLAMP School Paranormal Investigators, Miyuki-chan in Wonderland, The One I Love, Shirahime-Syo, and Legal Drug. Also included in this sumptuous collector's edition are original Clamp artwork, a how-to-draw-manga section and a complete catalogue of all featured images with a description of each.

The Cat Returns Picture Book retells the story of Haru and her exciting adventures in a magical cat universe using actual cel artwork from the original movie. The book and movie both draw inspiration from the manga series, Baron: The Cat Returns.

This artbook is filled with pages of luscious, full-color art! Includes Chi in all her lovely dresses, interesting poses and her alternate personality!