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Mechademia 1: Emerging Worlds Of Anime And Manga,New
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After decades in which American popular culture dominated global media and markets, Japanese popular cultureprimarily manga and anime, but also toys, card and video games, and fashionhas exploded into a worldwide phenomenon. From Pokmon and the Power Rangers to Paranoia Agent and Princess Mononoke, Japanese popular culture is consumed by an eager and exponentially increasing audience of youths, teenagers, and adults. Mechademia, a new annual edited by Frenchy Lunning, begins an innovative and fresh conversation among scholars, critics, and fans about the complexity of art forms like Superflat, manga, and anime. The inaugural volume, Mechademia 1 engages the rise of Japanese popular culture through game design, fashion, graphic design, commercial packaging, character creation, and fan culture. Promoting dynamic ways of thinking, along with stateoftheart graphic design and a wealth of images, this cuttingedge work opens new doors between academia and fandom.The premiere issue features the interactive worlds that anime and manga have created, including the origins of cosplay (the manga and anime costume subculture), Superflat, forgotten images from a founding manga artist, video game interactivity, the nature of anime fandom in America, and the globalization of manga. Contributors: Anne Allison, Duke U; William L. Benzon; Christopher Bolton, Williams College; Vern L. Bullough, California State U, Northridge; Martha Cornog; Patrick Drazen; Marc Hairston; Mari Kotani; Thomas LaMarre; Antonia Levi, Portland State U; Thomas Looser, NYU; Susan Napier, U of Texas, Austin; Michelle Ollie; Timothy Perper; Sara Pocock; Brian Ruh; Takayuki Tatsumi, Keio U, Tokyo; Toshiya Ueno, Wako U, Tokyo; Theresa Winge, U of Northern Iowa; Mark J. P. Wolf, Concordia U; Wendy Siuyi Wong, York U.Frenchy Lunning is professor of liberal arts at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Mechademia 1? A: Mechademia 1 explores the emergence of Japanese popular culture, focusing on manga and anime, and their impact on global media and youth culture.
- Q: Who is the editor of Mechademia 1? A: The editor of Mechademia 1 is Frenchy Lunning, a professor of liberal arts at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.
- Q: What types of content can I expect in this volume? A: This volume includes essays on game design, fashion, graphic design, character creation, and fan culture related to anime and manga.
- Q: How many pages does Mechademia 1 have? A: Mechademia 1 consists of 200 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of Mechademia 1? A: Mechademia 1 was published on December 22, 2006.
- Q: Is Mechademia 1 a paperback edition? A: Yes, Mechademia 1 is published in a paperback format.
- Q: What condition is Mechademia 1 in? A: Mechademia 1 is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: Who are some contributors to Mechademia 1? A: Notable contributors include Anne Allison, William L. Benzon, Susan Napier, and Takayuki Tatsumi, among others.
- Q: What topics are covered regarding anime fandom in America? A: The volume discusses the nature of anime fandom in America, including its growth and cultural significance.
- Q: Is Mechademia 1 suitable for academic research? A: Yes, Mechademia 1 is designed to foster discussions among scholars and fans, making it suitable for academic research on Japanese popular culture.