Name: A History of Modern Manga
Price: 29.71 EUR
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Author: Insight Editions
ISBN: 9781647229146

Type

Physical Book

Author

Insight Editions

Publisher

Insight Editions

Language

English

Pages

204

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

27.9 x 23.5 x 1.4 cm

Weight

0.76 kg.

ISBN13

9781647229146

Synopsis "A History of Modern Manga "

Discover the major events and artists who have shaped the history of modern manga, with this deluxe expanded volume. Amid reconstruction after World War II, Japan saw the emergence of modern manga, which quickly became a favorite pastime of its citizens. Over the decades, the art form bore witness to the anxieties and dreams of several generations of Japanese citizens, reflecting both dark and joyful experiences. The history of manga is inextricably linked to the social, economic, political, and cultural evolution of Japan. Essential to the daily lives of its inhabitants and to its economy, manga is one of the drivers of the international development of one of the world's largest economies. How did the manga market reach one billion copies annually in less than half a century? Who are the major players in this incredible expansion? Discover, over the pages and years, the major events and artists who have marked the history of modern manga in this new, updated and expanded edition. DEFINITIVE GUIDE: Beginning with the advent of modern manga in 1952, A History of Modern Manga covers the development and impact of the art form through to present day. THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE: Discover fascinating new details about essential entries in the manga canon, including Sailor Moon, Dragon Ball, Death Note, Naruto, Berserk, and more. STUNNING VISUALS: Features original, full-color illustrations as well as artwork from the featured manga titles! PERFECT GIFT FOR MANGA FANS: A History of Modern Manga is a fantastic gift for manga enthusiasts, as well as fans of Japanese history. A MANGA HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE: Explores the unique ways in which historical events you may already be familiar with impacted and influenced manga as we know it today.

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Insight Editions es una editorial estadounidense especializada en libros ilustrados, arte visual y cultura pop, con sede en San Rafael, California. Su sello se distingue por producciones de alta calidad —tapa dura, bellas presentaciones, buen diseño y cuidadas imágenes— que combinan palabra e imagen con gran cuidado editorial. A lo largo de su historia ha publicado desde libros sobre cine, videojuegos y series, hasta compendios de arte, cómics y productos de colección.

Entre sus títulos recientes figura Wicked: The Grimmerie Collectible Hardcover Journal, pensado para fans del musical y adaptado al formato físico con un diseño pensado como objeto de colección. Insight Editions ha logrado consolidarse como referente cuando se busca un libro que además de contenido ofrece experiencia visual y material —ideal si disfrutas de ediciones cuidadas, ilustraciones detalladas o libros objeto.

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