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The Astro Boy Essays

The Astro Boy Essays

Osamu Tezuka, Mighty Atom, and the Manga/Anime Revolution

Frederik L. Schodt

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A tribute to Osamu Tezuka, creator of Astro Boy and pioneer of manga and anime, from his long-time American friend and translator.


The pioneering genius of Japan's "God of Comics," Osamu Tezuka (1928-89) is examined through his life's masterwork: Tetsuwan Atomu, also known as Mighty Atom, or Astro Boy, a comic series featuring a cute little android who yearns to be more human. 


The history of Tetsuwan Atomu and Tezuka's role in it is a road map to understanding the development of new media in Japan and the United States. Topics include Tezuka's life, the art of animation, the connection between fantasy robots and technology, spin-offs, and Astro Boy's cultural impact.

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PUBLISH DATE

7/1/07

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9781933330549

$16.95

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Nonfiction

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9781611725162

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5.4 x 7.9"

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248

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About the Author(s)

Frederik L. Schodt

Frederik L. Schodt

Fluent in spoken and written Japanese, is an author and translator of impressive breadth. He has written extensively on Japanese manga, as well as on pop culture, technology, and history. 

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