The Rough Guide to Anime by Simon Richmond
The Rough Guide to Anime provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse and amazing world of animation from Japan. Combining a critical approach with all the essential background information - from history and short biographies of the key people in the industry to the different genres, themes and cultural references of anime - this is the ultimate guide to Japanese animation. The book introduces the creative talents behind the major anime movies, TV series and OVA (original video animation) - from the Oscar-winning Spirited Away to classic works like Howl's Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke, and the iconic shows Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion, Speed Racer and Robotech. Written by anime expert Simon Richmond, features include the Top 50 must-sees, with details on the most influential directors and creative artists. There's an exploration of the art form's history, plus information on the anime conventions and manga-related attractions in Japan. Newcomers will love the glossary of all the anime slang and jargon, while devoted fans will relish the fresh exploration of themes, genres and obsessions in the colourful anime universe. The Rough Guide to Anime explores the best of the prolific genre of anime in today's popular culture.
Author Simon Richmond lives in Japan, is an anime expert and co-authors the award-winning Rough Guide to Japan
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| ISBN 13 | 9781858282053 |
| ISBN 10 | 1858282055 |
| Title | The Rough Guide to Anime |
| Author | Simon Richmond |
| Series | Rough Guide Reference Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | APA Publications |
| Year published | 2009-06-01 |
| Number of pages | 300 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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