A Brief History of Manga

The Essential Pocket Guide to the Japanese Pop Culture Phenomenon

Nonfiction, Art & Architecture, General Art, Criticism, Comics & Graphic Novels, Manga
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Author: Helen McCarthy ISBN: 9781781571309
Publisher: Octopus Books Publication: June 16, 2014
Imprint: Ilex Press Language: English
Author: Helen McCarthy
ISBN: 9781781571309
Publisher: Octopus Books
Publication: June 16, 2014
Imprint: Ilex Press
Language: English

Manga is more than a genre in the comics field: it is a vital creative medium in its own right, with hundreds of millions of readers worldwide, a host of graphic styles, and a rich history now spanning seven decades.

Now for the first time, that history is told by an award-winning expert in the field. Covering topics from Akira to Mazinger Z, this book is fully illustrated throughout, and photos of key creators accompany accessible sidebars and timelines.

Answering the key questions of any fan where did my favourite manga come from, and what should I read next? this book will open doors to neophytes and experts alike.

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Manga is more than a genre in the comics field: it is a vital creative medium in its own right, with hundreds of millions of readers worldwide, a host of graphic styles, and a rich history now spanning seven decades.

Now for the first time, that history is told by an award-winning expert in the field. Covering topics from Akira to Mazinger Z, this book is fully illustrated throughout, and photos of key creators accompany accessible sidebars and timelines.

Answering the key questions of any fan where did my favourite manga come from, and what should I read next? this book will open doors to neophytes and experts alike.

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