The Rough Guide to Anime
| Author | : Simon Richmond |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 292 |
| Release | : 2009 |
| Genre | : Animated films |
| ISBN | : |
The Rough Guide To Anime
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The Rough Guide to Manga
| Author | : Jason S. Yadao |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 306 |
| Release | : 2009-10-01 |
| Genre | : Comics & Graphic Novels |
| ISBN | : 1405384239 |
The Rough Guide to Manga is the ultimate handbook offering a comprehensive overview of one of the most fashionable genre's in today's popular culture. The guide features the manga story: from manga's twelfth-century roots to the rise of English-language manga with profiles of influential creators like Leiji Matsumoto and CLAMP as well as publishers to look out for. You'll find an overview of manga's unique styles, techniques and genres decoded as well as a canon of fifty must-read manga, including the iconic Astro Boy, global hits Fruits Basket and Battle Royale, plus less well-known works like Please Save My Earth. The Rough Guide to Manga demystifies unfamiliar terms and genres for newcomers whilst offering manga fans plenty of new recommendations including listings for manga magazines and websites along with a glossary of terms. Crammed with illustrations, and including a section on the anime connection, this is must-have Manga for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
The Rough Guide to Anime
| Author | : Simon Richmond |
| Publisher | : Paw Prints |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2009-07-31 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781442067257 |
The Rough Guide to Anime provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse and amazing world of animation from Japan. Combining a critical approach with all the essential background information Â- from history and short biographies of the key people in the industry to the different genres, themes and cultural references of anime Â- this is the ultimate guide to Japanese animation. The book introduces the creative talents behind the major anime movies, TV series and OVA (original video animation) Â- from the Oscar-winning Spirited Away to classic works like Howl''s Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke, and the iconic shows Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion, Speed Racer and Robotech. Written by anime expert Simon Richmond, features include the Top 50 must-sees, with details on the most influential directors and creative artists. There''s an exploration of the art form''s history, plus information on the anime conventions and manga-related attractions in Japan. Newcomers will love the glossary of all the anime slang and jargon, while devoted fans will relish the fresh exploration of themes, genres and obsessions in the colourful anime universe.The Rough Guide to Anime explores the best of the prolific genre of anime in today''s popular culture.
The Rough Guide to Tokyo
| Author | : Simon Richmond |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 319 |
| Release | : 2011-03-01 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 1405382554 |
The Rough Guide to Tokyo is the ultimate insider's guide to Japan's hyperactive capital. All major and many off-the-beaten-tracks sights are covered in detail - from the soaring Tokyo Sky Tree, the city's newest, highest viewpoint, to the exciting new contemporary art complex 3331 Arts Chiyoda and the reborn architectural treasure Mitsubishi Ichigokan. It cuts through the hype to reveal the metropolis's best places to sleep, eat, drink and shop, with a new chapter highlighting what a fantastic destination Tokyo is to take the kids. There's all you need to know for great day-trips to, among other places, the onsens of Hakone, the tranquil temples of Kamakura, and Yokohama's Chinatown. Full-colour sections introduce Tokyo's highlights, its delicious array of cuisines (and the best places to find them) and the world leading design role the city has in everything from architecture to fashion. Easy-to-read maps are provided throughout the guide, plus there's handy colour subway map.
The Rough Guide to Film
| Author | : Rough Guides |
| Publisher | : Rough Guides UK |
| Total Pages | : 676 |
| Release | : 2008-05-01 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1848361254 |
Get the lowdown on the best fiction ever written. Over 230 of the world’s greatest novels are covered, from Quixote (1614) to Orhan Pamuk’s Snow (2002), with fascinating information about their plots and their authors – and suggestions for what to read next. The guide comes complete with recommendations of the best editions and translations for every genre from the most enticing crime and punishment to love, sex, heroes and anti-heroes, not to mention all the classics of comedy and satire, horror and mystery and many other literary genres. With feature boxes on experimental novels, female novelists, short reviews of interesting film and TV adaptations, and information on how the novel began, this guide will point you to all the classic literature you’ll ever need.
The Rough Guide to Japan (Travel Guide eBook)
| Author | : Rough Guides |
| Publisher | : Rough Guides UK |
| Total Pages | : 1306 |
| Release | : 2017-09-07 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 0241326109 |
Explore Japan with the smartest and shrewdest guidebook on the market. Fully updated and expanded, this stunningly illustrated travel guide brings you superb coverage of all the country's unmissable experiences, from staying in a cosy ryokan and soaking in an onsen bath to climbing snow-capped Mount Fuji and watching a titanic bout of sumo. Get up-to-the minute tips on contemporary Japan, from Kyoto's burgeoning street-food scene to Tokyo's up-and-coming hipster hubs, and read expert background on everything from anime to Zen. Packed with advice on all the best places to eat, sleep, drink and party - on every budget - this new edition of The Rough Guide to Japan covers Japan with our trademark mix of candour, insight and practical advice. Full colour maps and Japanese characters are given throughout to help navigate this bewildering and bewitching country. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Japan. Winner of the Top Guidebook Series in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2017.
The Rough Guide to Japan
| Author | : Sally McLaren |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 1215 |
| Release | : 2014-09-01 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 024101266X |
Now available in ePub format. The award-winning Rough Guide to Japan makes the ideal travel companion to one of the world's most unique and dynamic countries. In full color throughout, this opinionated guide is packed with essential information on the latest and best places to sleep, eat, party and shop and includes pointers on etiquette and other cultural niceties. Maps of all the main tourist destinations and easy-to-read color transportation maps of the Tokyo and Osaka train and subway systems help you navigate the major cities. From neon-soaked Tokyo to temple-studded Kyoto and snow-topped Mount Fuji, all of the major travel hotspots are covered in full, and The Rough Guide to Japan also points the way to off-the-beaten-track gems: Soak in a live-volcano hot spring on Kyushu island, go diving in tropical Okinawa, or wind your way through mountain traverses in the Japan Alps. You'll also find a richer understanding of the country through chapters on Japan's history, religions, arts, movies, music, and pressing environmental issues. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Japan.
The Rough Guide to Tokyo
| Author | : Rough Guides |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 426 |
| Release | : 2017-07-18 |
| Genre | : Travel |
| ISBN | : 0241319072 |
This in-depth coverage of Tokyo's local attractions and sights takes you to the most rewarding spots - from the historic shrines and temples to the beautiful parks - and stunning color photography brings the land to life on the pages. Discover Tokyo's highlights, with expert advice on exploring the best sites, participating in festivals, and exploring local landmarks through extensive coverage of this fascinating area. Easy-to-use maps; reliable advice on how to get around; and insider reviews of the best hotels, restaurants, bars, clubs, and shops for all budgets ensure that you won't miss a thing. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Tokyo.
The Rough Guide to Cult Movies
| Author | : Rough Guides |
| Publisher | : Rough Guides UK |
| Total Pages | : 689 |
| Release | : 2010-08-02 |
| Genre | : Performing Arts |
| ISBN | : 1405385383 |
The Rough Guide to Cult Movies offers a blend of essential trivia and informed opinion as it takes you on a tour of the most compellingly weird - and weirdly compelling - films in the world. Whether you're a paid-up member of The Big Lebowski fan club or just looking for a night in with an interesting DVD, The Rough Guide to Cult Movies is the ultimate guide to the world's most memorable films. The Rough Guide to Cult Movies selects cinema's most compelling triumphs: films that are brilliant, intriguing or just plain bizarre; from action flicks to zombie films, by way of nuns, yakuza, musicals and mutations. You'll find expert, pithy reviews of over 1500 movies, with forgotten legends like Charlie Chan and the Opera or contemporary classics like There Will Be Blood, plus filmmakers' picks of their favourite cult movies, in their own words. There are good movies and there are bad movies and then there are cult movies.
