Anime and Philosophy
Anime and Philosophy
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Summary
Examines the intriguing anime films and series to find what lies at their core. This title analyzes films such as "Akira", "Astro Boy", "Cowboy Bebop", "Death Note", "Dragon Ball Z", "Full Metal Alchemist", and "Ghost in the Shell". It also covers the storytelling of Japan's animated films, TV series and OVA (original video animation).
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Anime and Philosophy by Josef Steiff
Anime and Philosophy focuses on some of the most-loved, most-intriguing anime films and series, as well as lesser-known works, to find what lies at their core. Astro Boy, Dragon Ball Z, Ghost in the Shell, and Spirited Away are just a few of the films analyzed in this book. In these stories about monsters, robots, children, and spirits who grapple with the important questions in life we find insight crucial to our times: lessons on morality, justice, and heroism, as well as meditations on identity, the soul, and the meaning -- or meaninglessness -- of life. Anime has become a worldwide phenomenon, reaching across genres, mediums, and cultures. For those wondering why so many people love anime or for die-hard fans who want to know more, Anime and Philosophy provides a deeper appreciation of the art and storytelling of this distinctive Japanese culture.
Josef Steiff is the Associate Chair, Film & Video Department, Columbia College, where he teaches courses in science fiction and anime among other topics. He is the author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Filmmaking, Tristan Tamplin has a Ph.D. in philosophy and is the principal designer at Verso Design Corporation.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780812696707 |
| ISBN 10 | 0812696700 |
| Title | Anime and Philosophy |
| Author | Josef Steiff |
| Series | Popular Culture And Philosophy |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S. |
| Year published | 2010-05-13 |
| Number of pages | 288 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |