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Nausicaä of the Valley of Wind #3
Nausicaä of the Valley of Wind, Vol. 3
Nausicaä finds herself on the edge of despair as she comes to realize the full extent of the ecological destruction that's ravaging Earth. Meanwhile, Queen Kushana of Torumekia plots to lead her troops back to the imperial capital and seize the crown. Nausicaä agrees to join Kushana and her people in the fight against the Doroks and her scheming brothers.
264 pages, Paperback
First published August 5, 1996
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Hayao Miyazaki
369 books3,511 followersHayao Miyazaki (Japanese: 宮崎 駿) is a celebrated Japanese animator, filmmaker, screenwriter, and manga artist, widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of animation. He is the co-founder of Studio Ghibli, the animation studio responsible for producing many of Japan’s most beloved and internationally acclaimed animated films. Over the course of a career spanning decades, Miyazaki has developed a reputation for creating visually rich, emotionally resonant stories that often explore themes such as nature, pacifism, flight, childhood, and the human condition.
Miyazaki was born in Tokyo and developed an early interest in drawing and animation. His father’s work in the aviation industry had a significant influence on him, particularly in fostering his fascination with aircraft and flight, motifs that would become prominent throughout his later works. After studying political science and economics at university, Miyazaki began his professional career in animation when he joined Toei Animation. There, he worked under the mentorship of directors like Isao Takahata, with whom he would later form a lifelong creative partnership.
In his early years at Toei and other studios, Miyazaki contributed to several television series and animated films. He worked as a key animator and storyboard artist, gradually gaining recognition for his storytelling abilities and attention to detail. Among his early projects were contributions to series such as Heidi, Girl of the Alps and Future Boy Conan. His directorial debut in feature films came with The Castle of Cagliostro, a film adaptation of the Lupin III manga series, which already showed signs of his distinctive style and sensibilities.
Miyazaki's breakthrough came with the film Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, based on his own manga. The success of that film prompted the establishment of Studio Ghibli, which he co-founded with Takahata and producer Toshio Suzuki. From that point forward, Miyazaki directed and wrote many of Ghibli’s most iconic works, including My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Porco Rosso, Princess Mononoke, and Howl’s Moving Castle. His films are known for their hand-drawn animation, strong character development, and philosophical underpinnings.
In 2001, Miyazaki directed Spirited Away, which became one of the most critically and commercially successful animated films of all time. The film received numerous awards and international recognition, including an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. It also became the highest-grossing film in Japanese history at the time of its release. The film’s success further solidified Miyazaki’s reputation as a master storyteller and a visionary in global cinema.
Despite announcing his retirement several times, Miyazaki repeatedly returned to filmmaking. His later works, such as Ponyo and The Wind Rises, continued to showcase his evolving themes and storytelling maturity. His most recent project, The Boy and the Heron, marked a highly anticipated return to the director’s chair and once again captivated audiences with its dreamlike visuals and emotional depth.
Miyazaki’s films are often distinguished by their complex female protagonists, environmental messages, and moral ambiguity. Rather than presenting clear-cut villains and heroes, his stories explore the nuances of human behavior and often focus on characters finding their place in the world. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades and honors for his contributions to the arts, including lifetime achievement awards recognizing his impact on both Japanese and international cinema.
His legacy continues to influence generations of animators and filmmakers worldwide, and Studio Ghibli remains one of the most respected names in animation.
Miyazaki was born in Tokyo and developed an early interest in drawing and animation. His father’s work in the aviation industry had a significant influence on him, particularly in fostering his fascination with aircraft and flight, motifs that would become prominent throughout his later works. After studying political science and economics at university, Miyazaki began his professional career in animation when he joined Toei Animation. There, he worked under the mentorship of directors like Isao Takahata, with whom he would later form a lifelong creative partnership.
In his early years at Toei and other studios, Miyazaki contributed to several television series and animated films. He worked as a key animator and storyboard artist, gradually gaining recognition for his storytelling abilities and attention to detail. Among his early projects were contributions to series such as Heidi, Girl of the Alps and Future Boy Conan. His directorial debut in feature films came with The Castle of Cagliostro, a film adaptation of the Lupin III manga series, which already showed signs of his distinctive style and sensibilities.
Miyazaki's breakthrough came with the film Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, based on his own manga. The success of that film prompted the establishment of Studio Ghibli, which he co-founded with Takahata and producer Toshio Suzuki. From that point forward, Miyazaki directed and wrote many of Ghibli’s most iconic works, including My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Porco Rosso, Princess Mononoke, and Howl’s Moving Castle. His films are known for their hand-drawn animation, strong character development, and philosophical underpinnings.
In 2001, Miyazaki directed Spirited Away, which became one of the most critically and commercially successful animated films of all time. The film received numerous awards and international recognition, including an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. It also became the highest-grossing film in Japanese history at the time of its release. The film’s success further solidified Miyazaki’s reputation as a master storyteller and a visionary in global cinema.
Despite announcing his retirement several times, Miyazaki repeatedly returned to filmmaking. His later works, such as Ponyo and The Wind Rises, continued to showcase his evolving themes and storytelling maturity. His most recent project, The Boy and the Heron, marked a highly anticipated return to the director’s chair and once again captivated audiences with its dreamlike visuals and emotional depth.
Miyazaki’s films are often distinguished by their complex female protagonists, environmental messages, and moral ambiguity. Rather than presenting clear-cut villains and heroes, his stories explore the nuances of human behavior and often focus on characters finding their place in the world. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades and honors for his contributions to the arts, including lifetime achievement awards recognizing his impact on both Japanese and international cinema.
His legacy continues to influence generations of animators and filmmakers worldwide, and Studio Ghibli remains one of the most respected names in animation.
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January 2, 2016
Ah yes, the one that makes me cry a lot.
March 3, 2023
Awesome in every sense of the word. 5/5
January 9, 2026
starting to get on board with this graphic novel thing
November 30, 2019
Третья книга снова мастерски показывает духовную связь с природой и рассказывает о щемящем душу самопожертвовании, и все чаще напоминает, что люди – это самый главный источник загрязнения на планете. Сами люди со своими амбициями и военной агрессией, что топчут всех и вся на своем пути – это волна загрязнения, которой неспособна противостоять запущенная давным-давно схема очищения экосистемы да горстка народов, понимающих суть происходящего. Если и придет конец человечеству, то винить стоит только самих себя.
Близится финал, и я совсем не удивлюсь, если впереди трагедия с щепоткой надежды. Дай людям поле с благоухающими цветами вместо пустошей с отравленным лесом – и они испоганят его войной и разрухой. Не сразу, конечно, но спустя десятки, сотни лет, когда потомки привыкнут к вольготной жизни, и захотят большего.
Навсикая – «зеленый» манифест, выполненный с вниманием к деталям и бесспорно сильной эмоциональной компонентой. Осталась последняя книга)
hiashiburi
Близится финал, и я совсем не удивлюсь, если впереди трагедия с щепоткой надежды. Дай людям поле с благоухающими цветами вместо пустошей с отравленным лесом – и они испоганят его войной и разрухой. Не сразу, конечно, но спустя десятки, сотни лет, когда потомки привыкнут к вольготной жизни, и захотят большего.
Навсикая – «зеленый» манифест, выполненный с вниманием к деталям и бесспорно сильной эмоциональной компонентой. Осталась последняя книга)
hiashiburi
May 23, 2021
(Ditto to my last "review")
October 7, 2022
The story continues. Can't wait to see how it ends!
October 26, 2023
Finally reading this after watching movie 67times
October 6, 2025
Less action than the previous 2
November 22, 2019
Enjoying the series, looking forward to seeing how it all ends!
January 2, 2024
I made the poor choice of reading this book series on vacation (in Las Vegas!) and could hardly bring myself to leave the room. I just wanted to see what happened next. It's all at once completely heart-warming and totally heart-breaking. Nausicaa is the princess I want to be. 5/5
August 17, 2011
I adore the animated film. I was a little surprised to see how violent and gruesome certain elements of the source material could be. Nevertheless, it was still an enjoyable manga.
February 4, 2012
Things kick up and get really crazy in this one. Heedra! The Holy Dorok Emperor! Woo!
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