池田理代子
, also called "BeruBara", is a shōjo manga series by Riyoko Ikeda published by Shueisha in "Margaret" from 1972 to 1973. It later was adapted into an anime, "The Rose of Versailles". The series was published on 21 May 1972, in the Shueisha "Margaret" magazine's 21st edition. Publication lasted 82 weeks. The series garnered much acclaim, and topped sales ranks regularly. The serialization of the manga finished in the autumn of 1973, with the publication of the last installment in the 52nd edition of the magazine.