The Beginner's Guide to Manga and Anime

by Shuichiro Takeda

Become an anime and manga expert with this must-have beginner’s guide! It’s packed with compelling history and fascinating facts that both new and longtime fans won’t want to miss!

Manga and anime are a whole lot more than just comics and animation from Japan. They are massive pop-culture phenomena reaching hundreds of millions of fans worldwide -- and they've had a huge impact on TV, movies, music, and more. But did you know that manga and anime have a rich and fascinating history that spans decades?



The Beginner's Guide to Manga and Anime is a must-have book for both newcomers and longtime fans. From Osamu Tezuka to Hayao Miyazaki, the beginnings of shonen to the first anime films, this volume is packed with need-to-know info!

Genres: Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

Published April 2, 2024

Reviews

[Rai · Rating 3 out of 5]

A very comprehensive review of the history of manga and anime, from their origins and throughout the decades, written in a way that's accessible for young readers. It provides a diverse overview of popular and influential works. I would consider this book to be a good fit for tweens (and up) who have more than a passing interesting anime, just due to the depth of coverage. I thought the interviews with professionals in the industry were a unique touch! The book contains some Japanese vocabulary, which might be exciting for young people who are curious about the language.
Discretion should be used by readers (or their parents), since some of the titles mentioned may not be suitable for all ages. Likewise, not all titles have an official English release, so readers might find ways to access them through other means which could lead into unknown territory.