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Download or read book The Rough Guide to Manga written by Jason S. Yadao and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2009-10 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Mangais the ultimate handbook for exploring the world of Japanese comics. Features include- The story- From manga's twelfth-century roots to the rise of English-language manga, with profiles of influential creators like Leifi Matsumoto and CLAMP. The primer- Manga's unique styles, techniques and genres decoded, along with a glossary of terms. The canon- Fifty must-read manga, including the iconic Astro Boy, global hits Fruits Basket and Battle Royale, plus less well-known works like Please Save My Earth. The links- Manga publishers detailed, with reviews and recommendations, plus listings for manga magazines and websites, as well as a chapter on the anime connection.