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The Rough Guide to Anime 1 (Rough Guide Reference),Used
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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 Oscarwinning 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 mustsees, 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 mangarelated 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.
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- Q: What is 'The Rough Guide to Anime' about? A: 'The Rough Guide to Anime' provides a comprehensive overview of Japanese animation, covering its history, key figures, genres, and cultural references.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is written by Simon Richmond, an expert in anime.
- Q: What can I expect to find in the book? A: The book includes details on influential anime films, TV series, must-see titles, and a glossary of anime slang.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: 'The Rough Guide to Anime' is suitable for both newcomers and devoted fans, providing essential background information and fresh insights.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This is a used book in acceptable condition, meaning it may show signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 292 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'The Rough Guide to Anime' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on June 1, 2009.
- Q: Are there any features that highlight important anime works? A: Yes, the book features a list of the Top 50 must-see anime titles, along with details on influential directors and artists.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'The Rough Guide to Anime' falls under the Manga category.