Manga! Manga!

Manga! Manga!

The World of Japanese Comics

About the Book

Frederik L. Schodt received a 2017 Japan Foundation Award in 2017 for his work in bringing Osamu Tezuka and other manga artists to the world!

Since first published in 1983, Manga! Manga!: The World of Japanese Comics has been the book to read for all those interested in Japanese comics. It is virtually the "bible" from which all studies and appreciation of manga begins. More than that, given the influence of Japanese manga on animation and on American-produced comics as well, Manga! Manga! provides the background against which these other arts can be understood. The book includes 96 pages from Osamu Tezuka's Phoenix, Reiji Matsumoto's Ghost Warrior, Riyoko Ikeda's The Rose of Versailles, and Keiji Nakazawa's Barefoot Gen.
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Praise for Manga! Manga!

"Phenomenal book…an exceptionally literate writer."—Cat Yronwode



"... a thoroughgoing exposition of the manga genre in text and pictures." —The New Yorker



"An excellent historical guide to manga, as well as a fine Introduction to various artists and major thematic concerns." —Variety



"Buy this book. Read it." —The Comics Buyer's Guide
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About the Author

Frederik L. Schodt
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Osamu Tezuka
Osamu Tezuka (1928-1989) is the godfather of Japanese manga comics and the creator of the iconic character Astro Boy. He originally intended to become a doctor and earned his degree before turning to what was considered the frivolous medium of comic book art. With his sweeping vision, deftly intertwined plots, and indefatigable commitment to human dignity, Tezuka elevated manga to an art form. His eight-volume epic Buddha, winner of the Eisner and Harvey Awards, is available from Vertical. More by Osamu Tezuka
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