This new line of Edu-Manga* features Astro Boy, one of Japan's most popular icons among children who journeys alongside the reader. He provides for kids not only a history lesson but also a richer understanding of the life lessons these historical figures share with us.

A true genius for the ages, Beethoven has left an indelible mark on the music world with such famous works as Symphony No. 5 ('Fate,') Symphony No. 9's 'Ode to Joy' and 'Fur Elise.' The onset of deafness was only one of the many hardships that he had to endure, but his resolve to battle against his turbulent life ultimately rewarded us all with the musical masterpieces we know today.

*Note: Edu-Manga is a term coined in Japan which means Educational Manga.