MANGA VISUAL HISTORY HC (20 Nov Release)

Manga has taken the world by storm. A richly diverse medium¸ the Japanese comics phenomenon has something for everyone-fantasy¸ horror¸ thrillers¸ romance¸ history¸ biography¸ sport¸ business¸ and even school textbooks. Manga A Visual History chronicles the evolution of manga from its samurai-era beginnings¸ through its post-WWII surge in popularity¸ to its meteoric rise overseas. The book explores the key writers and artists who have shaped an entire culture with their visions and stylings¸ the iconic characters now recognised worldwide¸ and manga's impact on anime and live-action film and TV. From classic favourites to lesser-known gems¸ this is the definitive guide to Japanese comics.