Y: The Last Man: Complete collection

by Brian K. Vaughan

"Y" is none other than unemployed escape artist Yorick Brown (his father was a Shakespeare buff), and he's seemingly the only male human left alive after a mysterious plague kills all Y-chromosome carriers on earth.

But why are he and his faithful companion, the often testy male monkey Ampersand, still alive? He sets out to find the answer (and his girlfriend), while running from angry female Republicans (now running the government), Amazon wannabes that include his own sister (seemingly brainwashed), and other threats. (less)

Genres: Comics

Unknown Binding

First published January 2, 2003

About the author

Brian K. Vaughan is the writer and co-creator of comic-book series including SAGA, PAPER GIRLS, Y THE LAST MAN, RUNAWAYS, and most recently, BARRIER, a digital comic with artist Marcos Martin about immigration, available from their pay-what-you-want site www.PanelSyndicate.com

BKV's work has been recognized at the Eisner, Harvey, Hugo, Shuster, Eagle, and British Fantasy Awards. He sometimes writes for film and television in Los Angeles, where he lives with his family and their dogs Hamburger and Milkshake.

Reviews

[ella ;) · Rating 2 out of 5]

i really wish that goodreads allowed half stars. this series is more of a 2.5.
the concept and general story line was an intriguing read but it was ultimately soured by the ending. the series was already starting to lose its momentum and the plague cause barely being elaborated on bothered me greatly. i feel the way one character's story (my favorite) ended was misogynistic and racist. it followed the friding ending that is so prevalent in comic books. which is ironic considering the series seems to be an exploration of feminism.
while i enjoyed yorick brown's adventures i really do not understand why this series is so beloved and how its ending brought tears to the eyes of many. it left me angry, annoyed, and disappointed.
i loved ampersand though, he is adorable. justice for ampersand

[A.S. Ember · Rating 4 out of 5]

Terrifically paced and plotted. The transitions are superb, and the time skips are easily followed. While it entirely fumbles the end and its epilogue, what takes us there is worth the investment. Sure, elements are dated (it began in 2002, so look out for the r-slur and clumsy trans and enby inclusion), but we are given a slew of rich characters, of whom the majority are, of course, women - and most of them Queer. Its only significant error is the Israeli narrative, which adds nothing to the plot except an occasional minor threat. That said, they got their genocidal politics on point, at least.

[Sam Head · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pretty good comic book series from 2002. Came to me highly recommended and it's been a good journey following these strong characters. I would say the concept itself is the strongest element of the story and there's plenty of intrigue along the way and some really great images that standout from the strip overall. Loved the style and design. Maybe a bit repetitive at points with some undeniably mixed and weaker elements but hey, very rarely you get something perfect. Worth reading !

[Brendan Hough · Rating 4 out of 5]

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