Manga

A wide-ranging introductory guide for readers exploring the world of manga, and the many forms and genres of Japanese comics.Accessible and easy-to-navigate, the book covers:· The history of Japanese comics, from early influences to the global ?Manga Boom'· Case study readings reflecting the range of themes, genres, forms and creators, · Key themes and contexts - from gender and sexuality, to history and censorship· Critical approaches to manga - definitions, biography and reception and global publishingThe book includes a bibliography of critical writing on manga, discussion questions and a glossary of key critical terms.