Series: Bloomsbury Comics Studies

A wide-ranging introductory guide for readers making their first steps into the world of Manga, this book helps readers explore the full range of Japanese comic styles, forms and traditions from its earliest texts to the internationally popular comics of the 21st century. In an accessible and easy-to-navigate format, the book covers: The history of Japanese comics, from influences in...

A complete introduction to the comics and graphic narratives of Lynda Barry, this book maps the historical and biographical contexts, key texts, the critical themes and debates surrounding her publications, and the lasting impact of her work on the comics medium. With a distinctive body of work that unfolded during key moments in comics history—from the much-touted and criticised ‘coming-of-age’...