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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 2013-01-25
- Pages
- 260
- ISBN
- 9781568364766
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Kodansha America, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1568364768
ISBN-13
9781568364766
eBay Product ID (ePID)
150679890
Product Key Features
Book Title
Manga! Manga! : the World of Japanese Comics
Number of Pages
260 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Popular Culture, Comics & Graphic Novels
Publication Year
2013
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Literary Criticism, Art
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
22.9 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
7.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
"Phenomenal book ... an exceptionally literate writer. " -- Cat Yronwode "... a thoroughgoing exposition of the manga genre in text and pictures." -- The New Yorker "An excellent historical guide to manga, as well as a fine introduction to various artists and major thematic concerns." -- Variety "Buy this book. Read it." -- The Comics Buyer's Guide, "Phenomenal book...an exceptionally literate writer."--Cat Yronwode "... a thoroughgoing exposition of the manga genre in text and pictures." -- The New Yorker "An excellent historical guide to manga, as well as a fine Introduction to various artists and major thematic concerns." -- Variety "Buy this book. Read it." -- The Comics Buyer's Guide
Dewey Edition
21
Number of Volumes
1 vol.
Dewey Decimal
741.5/0952
Synopsis
Frederik L. Schodt received a 2017 Japan Foundation Award in 2017 for his work in bringing Osamu Tezuka and other manga artists to the world Since first published in 1983, Manga Manga The World of Japanese Comics has been the book to read for all those interested in Japanese comics. It is virtually the "bible" from which all studies and appreciation of manga begins. More than that, given the influence of Japanese manga on animation and on American-produced comics as well, Manga Manga provides the background against which these other arts can be understood. The book includes 96 pages from Osamu Tezuka's Phoenix, Reiji Matsumoto's Ghost Warrior, Riyoko Ikeda's The Rose of Versailles, and Keiji Nakazawa's Barefoot Gen., Frederik L. Schodt received a 2017 Japan Foundation Award in 2017 for his work in bringing Osamu Tezuka and other manga artists to the world! Since first published in 1983, Manga! Manga! The World of Japanese Comics has been the book to read for all those interested in Japanese comics. It is virtually the "bible" from which all studies and appreciation of manga begins. More than that, given the influence of Japanese manga on animation and on American-produced comics as well, Manga! Manga! provides the background against which these other arts can be understood. The book includes 96 pages from Osamu Tezuka's Phoenix , Reiji Matsumoto's Ghost Warrior , Riyoko Ikeda's The Rose of Versailles , and Keiji Nakazawa's Barefoot Gen ., Since first published in 1983, Manga! Manga!: The World of Japanese Comics has been the book to read for all those interested in Japanese comics. It is virtually the bible' from which all studies and appreciation of manga begins. More than that, given the influence of Japanese manga on animation and on American-produced comics as well, Manga! Manga! provides the background against which these other arts can be understood. The book includes 96 pages from Osamu Tezuka's Phoenix, Reiji Matsumoto's Ghost Warrior, Riyoko Ikeda's The Rose of Versailles, and Keiji Nakazawa's BarefootGen.', Illustrated with the most representative examples of the genre, this is the first book in English to explore the world of Japanese comics.
LC Classification Number
PN6790.J3S3 2012
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- m***m (2292)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI’m thrilled with my recent purchase . The website was user-friendly, and the product descriptions were accurate. Customer service was prompt and helpful, answering all my questions. My order arrived quickly, well-packaged, and the product exceeded my expectations in quality. I’m impressed with the attention to detail and the overall experience. I’ll definitely shop here again and highly recommend from this seller to others. Thank you for a fantastic experience!
- a***n (43)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseMistakenly ordered a paperback that I thought was a hardcover, not sellers fault; it was described properly on the listing. Seller still processed a refund the day I went to return the item and let me keep the item anyway. A+++ service. Book arrived quickly in great condition and for a great price. Thank you so much! Amazing seller!
- n***c (94)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseseller was communicative about my shipment, media mail took a while and tracking wasn't updated frequently, but seller communicated to me very quickly on status. the item came new and wrapped as described, though the packaging in it was packed wasn't sturdy and falling apart when it got to me.