Barefoot Gen: Story, Chapters and Where to Read
Barefoot Gen (1973): what the manga is about, key facts and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Barefoot Gen (1973) is a drama manga by Nakazawa, Keiji. On MyAnimeList it holds a community score of 8.32/10 from 3,081 ratings.
What is Barefoot Gen about?
1945, Japan. Gen Nakaoka is a spirited six-year-old boy who lives with his poor yet loving family in wartime Hiroshima. As the second World War rages on, Gen's father Daikichi stands among the few outspoken who are opposed to the emperor and stand for the innocent civilians bearing the brunt of the war. However, in a society with nothing but feverous support for their nation, Gen and his family are ostracized as traitors. Unbeknownst to them, a terrible fate awaits the people of Hiroshima...
Key details
Barefoot Gen spans 54 chapters across 10 volumes, status: finished. Publication: May 22, 1973 to Sep 10, 1974.
Where to read Barefoot Gen
Look for official releases through licensed publishers and digital manga platforms in your region.
Frequently asked questions
What is Barefoot Gen about?
1945, Japan. Gen Nakaoka is a spirited six-year-old boy who lives with his poor yet loving family in wartime Hiroshima. As the second World War rages on, Gen's father Daikichi stands among the few outspoken who are opposed to the emperor and stand fo
Is Barefoot Gen finished?
Its publication status is: Finished.
What is the MAL rating of Barefoot Gen?
Barefoot Gen is rated 8.32/10 on MyAnimeList.
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