Description
Stonehenge Volume 2
Book summary
In this second volume of the saga, the search for the legendary Stone of Fal intensifies. The young monk Ninian, accused of stealing a forbidden manuscript, flees the monastery with his friend Kadog. Meanwhile, the powerful Roman emissary, Germanus of Auxerre, discovers the stone's power and seeks an alliance with the Saxon chief Hengist to control the fate of the British kingdoms. A graphic novel that combines history, mystery, and action in 5th-century Britain.
What is it about?
In the year 446, Germanus of Auxerre, an influential Roman emissary, bursts into a Pelagian monastery to verify that its practices conform to Christian dogma. During the search, the young monk Ninian is accused of having stolen a forbidden manuscript from the library, a text that speaks of the mythical Stone of Fal, which has been missing for centuries. Thanks to the help of his friend, the novice Kadog, Ninian manages to escape punishment, but both are forced to flee the monastery. Upon learning of the existence and power of the stone, Bishop Germanus attempts to ally with Hengist, the Saxon chief, to prevent the unification of the British kingdoms. The sacred stone becomes the object of everyone's desire, as it is the only gateway to the Sword of Nuada, a weapon of incalculable power.
Main themes
- The struggle for religious and political power in 5th-century Britain.
- The search for relics and legendary objects of power.
- The confrontation between Christian dogma and pagan beliefs.
- Flight and survival in a context of persecution and shifting alliances.
- Celtic mythology and its influence on the early history of Great Britain.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for readers interested in historical graphic novels with a strong component of mystery and mythology. It is ideal for those who enjoy plots set in the Early Middle Ages, with complex characters and conflicts that blend faith, politics, and legend. It is also suitable for fans of adventure comics with a detailed graphic style and careful visual narrative.
What this book offers
- A visual and narrative immersion into a historical period rarely explored in comics.
- A suspenseful plot that combines real historical elements with Celtic mythology.
- Characters with deep motivations, ranging from religious faith to political ambition.
- A high-quality hardcover edition, ideal for collectors and fans of the format.
Technical specifications
- Author: Corbeyran; Pinson
- Publisher: Ponent Mon Ltd
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Graphic novels, Graphic novels: literary and memoirs
- Collection: Historical and War
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: October 2018
- Number of pages: 56
- Weight: 545 g
Editorial review
Stonehenge Volume 2 continues a saga that successfully unites historical recreation and epic fantasy. Corbeyran and Pinson offer a work that, in just 56 pages, develops a dense and visually powerful plot. Ponent Mon's hardcover edition reinforces the volume's value for followers of the historical genre and creator-driven graphic novels. It is a read that satisfies both those looking for an adventure story and those interested in the religious and political conflicts of Late Antiquity.