The Rough Guide to Manga
| Author | : Jason S. Yadao |
| Publisher | : Dorling Kindersley Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 307 |
| Release | : 2009-10 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781858285610 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1858285615 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (10 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Manga written by Jason S. Yadao and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2009-10 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Mangais the ultimate handbook for exploring the world of Japanese comics. Features include- The story- From manga's twelfth-century roots to the rise of English-language manga, with profiles of influential creators like Leifi Matsumoto and CLAMP. The primer- Manga's unique styles, techniques and genres decoded, along with a glossary of terms. The canon- Fifty must-read manga, including the iconic Astro Boy, global hits Fruits Basket and Battle Royale, plus less well-known works like Please Save My Earth. The links- Manga publishers detailed, with reviews and recommendations, plus listings for manga magazines and websites, as well as a chapter on the anime connection.
