Legendary Mangakas: The biographies of 50 talented manga artists

di Randall Pickles (Autore)

Randall Pickles, 2024

WANT TO LEARN ABOUT THE LIVES OF THE WORLD'S MOST PROMINENT MANGA ARTISTS? The world of manga has been shaped by the creativity, innovation and talent of numerous mangakas over the years. One of the names that resonates strongly in the manga world is Osamu Tezuka, often considered the "Father of Manga." Tezuka revolutionized the manga industry with his innovative approach, introducing cinematic narrative techniques and developing a distinctive style that would influence generations of later mangakas. Other notable figures in manga history include Shotaro Ishinomori, known for creating "Cyborg 009" and "Kamen Rider," and Fujio Akatsuka, for his comic and satirical work. The shonen genre, aimed primarily at male teenagers, has been dominated by figures such as Akira Toriyama, creator of "Dragon Ball," a series that has achieved iconic status around the world and inspired countless adaptations and spin-off works. Another prominent name in shonen is Eiichiro Oda, author of "One Piece," an epic pirate adventure series that has broken sales records and captivated audiences of all ages with its vast world and endearing characters. In the realm of shojo, aimed at teenage girls, figures such as Rumiko Takahashi have left an indelible mark with works like "Inuyasha" and "Ranma," which have won a wide fan base and been praised for their witty storytelling and rich characterization. In addition, Naoko Takeuchi is known for creating "Sailor Moon," a series that not only defined the maho shojo (magical girls) genre, but also became a global cultural phenomenon and feminist icon. In the seinen genre, aimed at an adult male audience, mangakas such as Yoshihiro Togashi have left an indelible mark with works such as "Yu Yu Hakusho," which have been praised for their complex narrative and multifaceted characters. Another influential mangaka in this genre is Naoki Urasawa, author of masterpieces such as "Monster" and "20th Century Boys," which have gained international recognition for their thematic depth and inimitable narrative style. The josei genre, aimed at an adult female audience, has been shaped by figures such as Ai Yazawa, whose "Nana" series has been acclaimed for its emotional realism and its exploration of themes such as love, friendship and identity. Likewise, Moto Hagio is an influential figure in josei, known for his pioneering work in the shonen-ai (boy-on-boy romance) manga genre, as well as for his lyrical storytelling and distinctive artistic style. In these pages you will enjoy the biography of fifty mangakas who with their talent and own style allowed this art to evolve, offering colossal works to all fans of this Japanese style of representation. Enter the mangaka universe and discover these legends!

• Autore: Randall Pickles
• Anno edizione: 2024
• Editore: Randall Pickles
• Formato: EPUB2 con DRMFREE
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798227591456

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