100 Years of Anime

100 Years of Anime - Hardcover

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100 Years of Anime

100 Years of Anime - Hardcover

by Matthieu Pinon , Philippe Bunel
$39.99
Sale price  $39.99 Regular price 

Book Overview

Relive a full century of artistic innovation, iconic moments, and technological advancements in this gorgeously illustrated definitive history of anime.

Paying tribute to a century of one of the world's most popular and enduring genres, 100 Years of Anime follows the beloved medium from its earliest beginnings to its current blockbuster success. Learn all about the technological inventions and artistic genius that shaped the genre in this authoritative account of anime, illustrated with stunning full-color stills. Revisit much-loved series, including Dragon Ball, Akira, Cowboy Bebop, Pokémon, and Studio Ghibli films--and discover new favorites--in this complete guide!

LAVISH ILLUSTRATIONS Pore over full-color stills that showcase how changing technology, culture, and artistic innovation have influenced and enhanced the narrative themes and aesthetics of the genre.

ALL YOUR FAVORITE ANIME This book features popular anime titles including Dragon Ball, Akira, Pokémon, Cowboy Bebop, and Studio Ghibli films, as well as more niche works that helped define the genre.

DEFINITIVE HISTORY Celebrating a century of success, this title covers the earliest days of the genre and contemporary examples, exploring all the evolutionary steps in between.
ISBN9798337400556
Author Matthieu Pinon , Philippe Bunel
PublisherInsight Editions
GenreArts
FormatHardcover
PublishedOctober 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages208
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Matthieu Pinon
Matthieu Pinon is a former maths and physics teacher who has been writing about Japanese pop culture in magazines since 1998. He is the co-author of A History of Modern Manga, published by Insight in 2023. He enjoys presenting facets of Japanese life to the wider world to help others understand the customs of a country they may be unfamiliar with.
About Philippe Bunel
Philippe Bunel is credited as a contributor to a book about the Studio Ghibli founder, Hayao Miyazaki (Shades of a Work).

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