King Shaka

Shaka has fought his brother to the death for rulership of the Zulu. Now king of the southern chiefdoms, Shaka seeks to uplift his people, consolidate alliances, and expand the reach of his power. But challenges both external and internal threaten his rule. A rogue military unit exacts revenge on its enemies. Land-hungry Europeans arrive and ingratiate themselves with Shaka, even while plotting their own path to power. And closer to home, Shaka’s own brothers conspire in secret.

“Authentically enlightening and entertaining.” —Kirkus, “King Shaka: Zulu Legend is an exciting read about a strong-willed ruler who faced enormous challenges, and thoroughly engrossing from cover to cover. Highly recommended, as is the previous graphic novel in this two-part series, Shaka Rising.” —Midwest Book Review, "King Shaka is educational and enjoyable, illuminating overlooked historical events. It’s the perfect addition for school libraries looking to offer new perspectives on the past." —Foreword Reviews, "... a bright, brilliant, dark, and turbulent story ..." —New York Journal of Books, "Shaka's story, having been largely passed down through oral tradition, is impeccably researched. Molver's sweeping, epic scenes highlight the importance of Shaka's presence in African history, and the dark, rich colors intensify the underlying struggle between colonial influences and Shaka's quest to defend the Zulu culture. An engaging, panoramic introduction to an important figure in African history. Recommended for collections serving older teens." —School Library Journal

Luke W. Molver is a writer & illustrator who believes comic books are the purest language of imagination. He lives in Durban, on the verdant east coast of South Africa, where reality continues to interfere with his life. He is the author/illustrator for Shaka Rising: A Legend of the Warrior Prince, which the Wall Street Journal called admirable and nuanced. Dr Sibongiseni Mkhize is the Chief Executive Officer of the South African State Theatre in Pretoria, South Africa.