The Borgias Hardcover – November 25, 2014

i retrieved a book a relative lost and now i own 2 brand new sealed of this THE BORGIASmaybe in a far future my grandchild will trade them for a new housei laugh when i speculate about it

When you add Jodorowski and Manara it is almost impossible to miss. As with all of their collaborations this is a complex tale of history, life and betrayal along with beautiful art. A great read, as this is an illustrated story more than a comic book or graphic novel. A fine conclusion to Dark Horse's Manara library.

Manara is an amazing artist and Jodorowski has done an incredible job in recreating the infernal atmosphere around this cursed and powerful family. What truly stands out is the quality of Manara's beautiful and sexy art-work. Only Paolo Aleuteri Serpieri can compete with this artist in the portrayal of beautiful female bodies. An excellent example of adult graphic novel at its peak!

I've collected all of Manara's art work that I've been able to get my hands on. He is one of the best!!!!!!!!!!! It's really good to be able to finally see the 4th book in the series, in America. It's sometimes hard to get the great art work/art books that come out of Europe.

Great art book by this master of erotic comic art. Well written with historical refrences that are easy to follow. A must for the descerning collector of this type of genre.

Alejandro Jodorowsky and Milo Manara made the perfect partnership to deliver a story full of power, greed and lust.

great book , lovely fantastic artwork anyone who loves Manara ought to pick this up, great book!!!

Excellent illustrations and story, pictures full of historical details and beautiful Manara women.

Jodorowsky's epic foray into the genre of historical period-drama culminates in this heady, brutal and salacious collection of four books. They centre around the controversial ascendancy of the infamous Rodrigo Borgia to the papal throne in the late 15th century, and the rise and fall of his power-mad family. As one should expect from Jodo, it's a thoroughly involving read, driven on relentlessly by a provocative script that focuses on political, social and familial commentary, human greed and debauchery, sexual deviancy, the corrupting influence of power and (of course) some historical research too. Although, and let's face it, Jodo is not a man who will ever shy away from the wholesale use of artistic license as a vehicle for getting his message across, so keep a few pinches of salt handy (if not a few fists). This is not material for the faint-hearted or those of delicate sensibility, so be prepared to be seduced and disgusted in equal measure and enjoy the ride for what it is; a stark representation of how far individuals will go just to sit at the top of the foodchain. Jodo's writing is perfectly complemented by the opulent, graceful and sensual artwork of the legendary Milo Manara, whose watercolour and inking not only set a vivid scene, but seem (almost magically) to convey the flavour, lifestyle and decadence of 15th-16th century Italy. No mean feat. And it also gives us the rather rare treat of seeing Manara working in colour too, which is a major boon. The whole tome is luxuriously printed on quality paper and bound by thick board and a printed dustjacket, so you can definitely rest assured of its durability and quality. If you like your graphic novels with some edge, then I would heartily recommend this one. It really is an epic tour-de-force and well-deserves a position on your shelf.

All Hail Milo Manara!