Tokyopop, Los Angeles, 2008, 1^st pr. thus.  ISBN 978-1-59816-947-8.  Hard cover, 319 pages.  New, unread copy, unmarked and not remaindered; black & white illustrations.  ‘The Twelve Kingdoms centers around a world reminiscent of Chinese mythology and rife with civil and political upheaval.  ... the second volume in this seven-volume fantasy epic, explores what it means to truly know yourself in the face of a destiny outside of your control.’ (from rear panel)