Dr. Slump, Vol. 18: Final Volume!

This is a hilarious romp with a troupe of lovable characters. It is considered a Children's title in Japan, but mothers would have a conniption over it here, so just read it yourself. If kids get their hands on it, deny you had anything to do with it.

Finally have all the volumes :)

Oh yeeeah

The ultimate(last) volume in the Dr. Slump series finds the cast enduring once again the authors whims and lack of story ideas. The volume wraps up with a multi chapter 2nd Grand Prix, with the winner taking over as mayor of Penguin village.It may have been noted in other manga that, during the translation to English, the publishing houses have altered the art and dialogue due to political correctness running amok. This volume has proven to be no exception. An under age drinking/smoking scene was altered to candy cigarettes and soda. In another story, in the original manga, some cast members were put into "Blackface" makeup. For this translation, the art was altered to give the appearance of cat whiskers, ears and noses.I don't read Japanese, so I can't verify the accuracy of the translation.Overall I'm pleased that VIZ has published all 18 volumes, but I value faithfulness to the original art/dialogue over PC.

The last race on this manga was someday ridiculous, but, in conclusion, I never read anything like that which had great amount of humor you wouldn’t meet anywhere else. Both Senbei and Arale were funny, especially Arale, but expected more. Maybe Dragon Ball will be better. Who knows?

And thank you, for everything. For your stupid jokes, your general stupidity and your love. You have my eternal gratitude. BYE'CHA

Bought for my 11yr son. He loves all these books as does his older brother.