500 Manga Heroes & Villains
500 Manga Heroes & Villains by Helen McCarthy, published by Barrons in 2006, is a comprehensive exploration of the vibrant world of manga, presented in English across 352 pages. This illustrated history delves into the art form that has gained global popularity, featuring separate chapters dedicated to male and female heroes and villains, as well as non-humanoid characters and manga interpretations of historical and literary figures.
Readers will find brief descriptive sketches accompanying colorful illustrations that capture iconic characters in dynamic moments. Notable figures such as Astro Boy, Akira, and Pokemon are included, alongside biographical insights into influential manga artists like Osamu Tezuka. This edition serves as a valuable reference for both manga enthusiasts and those interested in the broader context of popular culture, showcasing approximately 200 vivid color illustrations that highlight the unique artistry of this genre.
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Fans of the Japanese cartoon art genre called manga, and of its sister genre anime–or manga-style films–will treasure this survey of an art form currently sweeping the world. The book is an illustrated history of Japanese comics, with separate chapters devoted to male and female heroes and villains, non-humanoid characters, and even manga depictions of historical and literary characters. Brief descriptive sketches of all characters accompany colorful illustrations of heroes and villains caught in moments of dramatic action. Key figures include Astro Boy, Akira, Lupin III, Pokemon, and many others. Just as fascinating are biographical sketches of several of the world’s most successful manga artists including Motoko Kusanagi, as well as Astro Boy’s creator Osamu Tezuka, and many others. As the first illustrated book to show and evaluate sucha wide range of manga characters, 500 Manga Heroes and Villains is an essential basic reference source for both manga fans and popular-culture historians. Approximately 200 memorable color illustrations.
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