{"title":"Shigeru Kayama","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Shigeru Kayama, a celebrated author whose works have left an indelible mark on the realm of science fiction and fantasy. Shigeru Kayama is best known for penning the stories that inspired the legendary Godzilla film franchise, showcasing his prowess in blending imagination with thrilling narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur collection features seminal works such as \u003cem\u003eGodzilla\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eGodzilla Raids Again\u003c\/em\u003e, which invite readers to explore fantastical landscapes where colossal creatures and human drama collide. His books delve into themes of nature's resilience and the human spirit's endurance, crafted with an eye for detail and a thrilling sense of adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKayama's narratives are steeped in suspense and filled with imaginative scenarios that continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Whether you're a sci-fi aficionado or new to the genre, Shigeru Kayama's works promise to enrich your reading experience with their imaginative storytelling and cultural significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbark on a journey with Shigeru Kayama's books and immerse yourself in realms where fantasy meets reality, and the extraordinary becomes the norm.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"godzilla-and-godzilla-raids-again-by-shigeru-kayama-9781517915230","title":"Godzilla and Godzilla Raids Again","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eGodzilla and Godzilla Raids Again\u003c\/i\u003e by Shigeru Kayama brings to life the legendary tale of Godzilla, who emerged from the sea to devastate Tokyo in the iconic 1954 film. Produced by Toho Studios and directed by Ishirō Honda, this film became a global sensation, launching one of the world's most successful movie and media franchises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAwakened and transformed by nuclear weapons testing, Godzilla serves as a terrifying metaphor for humanity's shortsighted destructiveness. This was the intent of Shigeru Kayama, the science fiction writer who drafted the 1954 original film and its first sequel. In 1955, he published the novellas that are now available for the first time in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the Godzilla films have been analysed by cultural historians, film scholars, and generations of fans, Kayama's two Godzilla novellas—both classics of Japanese young-adult science fiction—had never been accessible to English-speaking audiences. This book provides these original texts with first-ever English-language translations of \u003ci\u003eGodzilla\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eGodzilla Raids Again\u003c\/i\u003e. The novellas offer valuable insights into Kayama's vision for the Godzilla story, featuring plots that differ from the films and displaying the author's strong antinuclear and proenvironmental convictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKayama's fiction depicts Godzilla as engaging in guerrilla-style warfare against humanity, which has allowed the destruction of the natural world through irresponsible, immoral scientific exploitation. As human activity continues to cause mass extinctions and rapid climate change, Godzilla provides a fable for the Anthropocene, powerfully reminding us that nature will fight back against humanity's onslaught in unpredictable and devastating ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'At long last, the pathbreaking novellas by Shigeru Kayama that launched the Godzilla franchise are finally available in English. It was well worth the wait: Jeffrey Angles's lively translation captures all the action, emotion, and political edge of the original Japanese texts. This engaging volume will be a revelation for Godzilla fans, a rich resource for students of Japan, and a rewarding read for anyone who enjoys classic tales of science fiction and adventure.'\u003c\/strong\u003e - William M. Tsutsui, chancellor of Ottawa University and author of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eGodzilla on My Mind: Fifty Years of the King of Monsters\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46703732916460,"sku":"9781517915230","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11917183482728.jpg?v=1753955221"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/shigeru-kayama.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}