# Key Facts: V for Vendetta [cbb7d0313c6a] ## Publication Details [bee34ffef2e6] * Written by Alan Moore * Illustrated by David Lloyd * Originally published as a serial in Warrior magazine (1982-1985) * Later completed and published by DC Comics (1988-1989) * Published as a complete graphic novel in 1988 ## Setting [3a74f87c5879] * Dystopian Britain in the late 1990s * Takes place after a nuclear war that has devastated much of the world * Britain is ruled by a fascist government called "Norsefire" [{"_type":"block","asset":null,"children":[{"_type":"span","marks":[],"text":"The setting was deliberately chosen to reflect fears of nuclear warfare and rising authoritarianism during the Thatcher era in Britain."}],"markDefs":[],"style":"normal"}] ## Main Characters [313f1432542b] * V: The mysterious anarchist protagonist who wears a Guy Fawkes mask * Evey Hammond: A young woman whom V takes under his wing * Eric Finch: The chief of New Scotland Yard investigating V * Adam Susan: The Leader of the Norsefire regime * Dominic Stone: Finch's partner in the investigation ## Literary Style [7a2185e3692d] * Graphic novel format combining visual and textual storytelling * Heavy use of alliteration and literary references * Complex narrative structure with multiple plotlines * Rich in symbolism and political allegory [{"_type":"block","asset":null,"children":[{"_type":"span","marks":[],"text":"Pay attention to the visual motifs throughout the novel, especially the recurring V symbol and the color schemes used."}],"markDefs":[],"style":"normal"}] ## Key Themes [a67f7aa9452e] * Freedom versus authority * Individual identity versus collective control * Anarchy versus fascism * The power of ideas * Revenge and justice * Personal transformation ## Historical Context [51146552896b] * Inspired by British politics of the 1980s * References to Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 * Cold War tensions and nuclear fears * Rise of surveillance technology [{"_type":"block","asset":null,"children":[{"_type":"span","marks":[],"text":"Don't confuse the graphic novel with the 2006 film adaptation, as there are significant differences in themes and plot points."}],"markDefs":[],"style":"normal"}] ## Structure [a272fb79aa4a] * Ten chapters ("books") * Each chapter title begins with the letter 'V' * Narrative alternates between multiple character perspectives * Contains both main plot and several subplots [{"_type":"block","asset":null,"children":[{"_type":"span","marks":[],"text":"Understanding the significance of each chapter title can help in analyzing the thematic development throughout the novel."}],"markDefs":[],"style":"normal"}] ## Cultural Impact [4b6a6479c996] * Influenced protest movements worldwide * Guy Fawkes mask became a symbol of resistance * Sparked discussions about civil liberties and government control * Considered a landmark work in graphic novel literature [{"_type":"block","asset":null,"children":[{"_type":"span","marks":[],"text":"The Guy Fawkes mask from V for Vendetta has been adopted by various protest movements, most notably by the Anonymous hacktivist group and during the Occupy Wall Street protests."}],"markDefs":[],"style":"normal"}]