Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 1: Unmanned
Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 2: Cycles
Cover of Y: The Last Man Vol. 3: One Small Step
Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 5: Ring of Truth
Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 6: Girl on Girl
Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 7: Paper Dolls
Series

Y: The Last Man

9 books

Here are 9 books from the Y: The Last Man series by Brian K. Vaughan. Start with Y: The Last Man, Vol. 1: Unmanned (2002), then read the rest in the order below.

Books in order

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Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 1: Unmanned

Y: The Last Man, Vol. 1: Unmanned

Brian K. Vaughan

In a world suddenly devoid of all male mammals, Yorick Brown and his loyal capuchin monkey, Ampersand, find themselves as the last vestiges of their sex. This cataclysmic event, striking without warning, has plunged civilization into chaos and uncertainty, leaving the surviving women to grapple with a drastically altered future. As Yorick navigates this new, perilous landscape, he becomes the most hunted and perhaps the most important being on Earth, a symbol of a lost past and a question mark for what is to come. This volume explores the immediate aftermath of the plague, the desperate search for answers, and the dawning realization of Yorick's unique, and dangerous, significance in a world irrevocably changed.

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Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 2: Cycles

Y: The Last Man, Vol. 2: Cycles

Brian K. Vaughan

In the wake of a devastating plague that wiped out every mammal with a Y chromosome, Yorick Brown, the last surviving man on Earth, continues his perilous journey across a transformed world. Accompanied by his loyal bodyguard and a resourceful Israeli commando, Yorick seeks answers and a way to repopulate humanity. Their path leads them to Marrisville, Ohio, a seemingly ordinary town harboring an extraordinary secret that tests their resolve and forces them to confront the new realities of survival. This volume delves deeper into the complex social dynamics and the desperate search for hope in a world irrevocably altered.

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Cover of Y: The Last Man Vol. 3: One Small Step

Y: The Last Man Vol. 3: One Small Step

Brian K. Vaughan

The world has been irrevocably altered, with a mysterious plague wiping out every mammal with a Y chromosome. Yorick Brown, the last surviving man on Earth, finds his already perilous journey complicated by a Russian space mission returning to a drastically changed planet. As the Soyuz capsule descends, carrying the potential for more male survivors, Yorick and his companions must confront the unknown dangers and the shifting dynamics of a world now dominated by women. This volume delves deeper into the struggle for survival and the search for answers in a post-apocalyptic landscape, exploring themes of gender, humanity, and the future of civilization.

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Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 5: Ring of Truth

Y: The Last Man, Vol. 5: Ring of Truth

Brian K. Vaughan

Yorick Brown, the sole surviving male on a planet decimated by a mysterious plague, finally reaches San Francisco, only to find himself in grave danger. His sister, Hero, discovers him seemingly succumbing to the very affliction that wiped out humanity, while a crucial engagement ring vanishes into the hands of the enigmatic Setauket Ring. As Yorick's survival hangs in the balance, the true significance of the lost ring and its connection to the powerful Amulet of Helene come into question. This volume delves deeper into the conspiracy surrounding the plague and the desperate measures taken by various factions to control its future.

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Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 6: Girl on Girl

Y: The Last Man, Vol. 6: Girl on Girl

Brian K. Vaughan

The last man on Earth, Yorick Brown, and his loyal monkey Ampersand continue their perilous journey across a world irrevocably changed by a global plague that wiped out all other male mammals. Pursuing a lead on Ampersand's unique immunity, Yorick, Dr. Allison Mann, and Agent 355 embark on a dangerous voyage across the Pacific. Facing threats both human and environmental, their quest for answers becomes increasingly fraught with peril as they navigate the ruins of civilization and the mysteries of their own survival.

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Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 7: Paper Dolls

Y: The Last Man, Vol. 7: Paper Dolls

Brian K. Vaughan

The epic journey of Yorick Brown, the sole surviving man on a plague-ravaged Earth, intensifies in this installment of the acclaimed series. As Yorick and his enigmatic protector, Agent 355, venture to Australia in search of his lost fiancée, they uncover startling truths about the past and confront the devastating consequences of their quest. This volume delves into the mysterious origins of Agent 355 while exploring the perilous path Yorick must tread to ensure humanity's future, all while grappling with the ever-present threat of exposure and the deadly price of hope.

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Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 8: Kimono Dragons

Y: The Last Man, Vol. 8: Kimono Dragons

Brian K. Vaughan

The thrilling conclusion to the search for Ampersand, the only hope for understanding the plague that wiped out every mammal with a Y chromosome, is here. Yorick Brown, the last man on Earth, and his loyal companions finally arrive in Japan, confronting the shadowy organization responsible for the monkey's abduction. As secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, they race against time to uncover the truth and potentially find a cure, facing down their greatest challenges yet.

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Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 9: Motherland

Y: The Last Man, Vol. 9: Motherland

Brian K. Vaughan

In the penultimate volume of this Eisner Award-winning saga, the last man on Earth, Yorick Brown, and his enigmatic protector, Agent 355, find themselves on the precipice of their ultimate goal. As they navigate a world irrevocably altered by a devastating plague, the true architects of humanity's near-extinction begin to emerge from the shadows. This installment delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding the global catastrophe, raising profound questions about survival, identity, and the future of a world without men. Prepare for a journey that will test the bonds of loyalty and reveal the shocking truths behind the end of the world as we know it.

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Cover of Y: The Last Man, Vol. 10: Whys and Wherefores

Y: The Last Man, Vol. 10: Whys and Wherefores

Brian K. Vaughan

The epic saga of Yorick Brown, the last man on Earth, reaches its stunning conclusion in this final volume. As Yorick navigates a world irrevocably changed by a mysterious plague that wiped out all males, he grapples with the profound implications of humanity's survival and the future of his species. This critically acclaimed series masterfully explores themes of gender, identity, and the enduring power of connection against the backdrop of a world reborn.

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