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MARKS ANDREAS JAPANS MANGA REVOLUTION

Journey through Japan's illustrated history and discover the roots of manga before it took the
world by storm. In this compelling survey  art historian Andreas Marks traces the development
of Japanese illustrated books in premodern times. As early as the 17th century  Japanese
publishers were producing thousands of illustrated titles on subjects ranging from religion and
poetry to celebrated beauties  famous kabuki actors  farting warriors  and adventure tales.
This flourishing book culture laid the foundation for the vibrant manga and comics industry of
today. Marks explores this evolution through five key works  including: Kitagawa Utamaro's
Illustrated Book of Selected Creatures (1788) -- a beautifully illustrated collection of plants
and animals paired with poetry. Hokusai's Sketchbooks (early 1800s) -- featuring hundreds of
innovative drawing and design ideas by Katsushika Hokusai  whose work influenced many renowned
European artists. The New Illustrated Water Margin -- Hokusai's adaptation of a Chinese novel
about a band of fictional heroes with superpowers  offering a bold reimagining of the story.
The Tale of Shiranui (1849 - 1910) -- an adventure novel serialized over six decades. The
early-20th-century Current Affairs Manga -- the first periodical to use the word "manga" in its
title  providing illustrated commentary on contemporary political events.   Japan's Manga
Revolution offers the first comprehensive overview of Japan's rich tradition of illustrated
storytelling and its lasting impact on visual culture worldwide.

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