Manga, originating in eighteenth-century Japan, has enjoyed a recent explosion of popularity around the world. This anthological collection of essays edited by Johnson-Woods, President of the
Pop Culture Association of Australia, offers a range of perspectives on the subject appealing to fans of Manga and those in the study of media. From the origins of manga to its modern
incarnation as a reflection of a multitude of cultures and view points, this survey exposes the versatility and conflicts of the genre and its place among the vast universe of comics and
graphic novels. Annotation 穢2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
