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Kallen, Stuart A.

Manga

112 pp. | Lucent | August, 2011 | Library ISBN 978-1-4205-0535-1 $33.45
(3) YA Eye on Art series. Kallen examines Japanese manga in the context of mainstream art history. Manga's roots in Japanese culture, beginning in the early nineteenth century (when the term was coined) and up to modern manifestations in popular literature, are described in detail, with homage paid to significant artists' contributions. "Girl manga" characters and American versions are also touched on. Useful illustrations and photographs are included. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

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