Description
In recent years, manga and anime have attracted increasing scholarly interest beyond the realm of Japanese studies. This Companion takes a unique approach, committed to exploring both the similarities and differences between these two distinct but interrelated media forms. Firmly based in Japanese sources, this volume offers a lively and accessible introduction, exploring the local contexts of manga and anime production, distribution, and reception in Japan, as well as the global influence and impact of these versatile media. Chapters explore common characteristics such as visuals, voice, serial narrative and characters, whilst also highlighting distinct challenges and histories. The volume provides both a basis for further research in this burgeoning field and a source of inspiration for those new to the topic.
An introduction to manga and anime as distinct but interrelated transcultural media forms.
About the Author
Jaqueline Berndt is Professor in Japanese culture at Stockholm University. She previously taught Comics Theory at Kyoto Seika University, Japan. Her main academic work is in manga studies and anime research, approached from the perspective of media aesthetics. She has also directed exhibitions on manga in art-historical contexts.
Book Information
ISBN 9781316518793
Author Jaqueline Berndt
Format Hardback
Page Count 270
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Series Cambridge Companions to Literature
An introduction to manga and anime as distinct but interrelated transcultural media forms.
About the Author
Jaqueline Berndt is Professor in Japanese culture at Stockholm University. She previously taught Comics Theory at Kyoto Seika University, Japan. Her main academic work is in manga studies and anime research, approached from the perspective of media aesthetics. She has also directed exhibitions on manga in art-historical contexts.
Book Information
ISBN 9781316518793
Author Jaqueline Berndt
Format Hardback
Page Count 270
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Series Cambridge Companions to Literature
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Cambridge Companions to Literature |
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Cambridge University Press |
