Mangatopia: Essays on Manga and Anime in the Modern World

by Martha Cornog

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This book provides fascinating insights on what Japanese manga and anime mean to artists, audiences, and fans in the United States and elsewhere, covering topics that range from fantasy to sex to politics.

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BettyM 170 reviews

This is a most interesting compilation of information about manga and anime - 2 very popular styles that are sweeping the country. Stating that this country is seeing an epic effect by these styles, the editors reinforce much of what they claim with interesting essays and statistics from a variety of well known experts in anime and manga. This is well indexed, well substantiated, and well approached. The various essays are thought provoking not only to professionals, but to parents and students as well. Not to miss this one! Highly recommended.

Nov 14, 2011

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