The Astro Boy Essays

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

Frederik L. Schodt

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Stone Bridge Press
31 October 2007

Graphic novel & Manga artwork; Animated movies & films

A tribute to Japan's God of Manga by his long-time American friend and translator.

The pioneering genius of Japan's ""God of Comics,"" Osamu Tezuka (192889), 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.

By: Frederik L. Schodt
Imprint: Stone Bridge Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 200mm, Width: 137mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 311g
ISBN: 9781933330549
ISBN 10: 1933330546
Pages: 248
Publication Date: 31 October 2007
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Frederik L. Schodt is an author, interpreter, and translator who has written extensively on Japanese culture and Japan-U.S. relations. His classic Manga! Manga! introduced the English-speaking world to Japanese comics culture.