Study Tools
V for Vendetta, written by English author Alan Moore with art by David Lloyd, was published in serialized form from 1982–1988
. This graphic novel portrays the dystopian vision of an England under fascist rule and the attempts of a masked vigilante to free the population from its oppression. Along with Watchmen, V for Vendetta is considered to be Moore's masterpiece as well as an example of the possibilities of the graphic novel form. The novel was adapted into a 2005 film starring Natalie Portman and Hugo Weaving.Read the full book summary, a complete list of character descriptions, and explanations of important quotes from V for Vendetta.