From Impressionism to Anime: Japan as Fantasy and Fan Cult in the Mind of the West
Author:   S. Napier
Publisher:   Palgrave USA
ISBN:  

9781403962133


Pages:   260
Publication Date:   11 March 2008
Format:   Hardback
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From Impressionism to Anime: Japan as Fantasy and Fan Cult in the Mind of the West


Overview

What is it about anime that is so appealing to a transnational fan base? This book takes a look at anime fans and the place they occupy, both in terms of subculture in Japan and America, and in relation to Western perceptions of Japan since the late 1800s.

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Author:   S. Napier
Publisher:   Palgrave USA
Imprint:   Palgrave Macmillan
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.30cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.574kg
ISBN:  

9781403962133


ISBN 10:   1403962138
Pages:   260
Publication Date:   11 March 2008
Audience:   General/trade ,  College/higher education ,  General ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Awaiting stock   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

"Introduction: The 'Japan' Fantasy: Orientalism, Soft Power, and Identity Artist's Japan: From Monet to Van Gogh The Evil Twin: Japan in the Mirror of the Early Twentieth Century Dystopian Japan: From 'Rising Sun' to 'Cyberpunk' The Dark Heart Fantasy: The Japanese Woman in Western Literature and Film Differing Destinations: Anime Fandom and the Appeal of Anime Breaking the Rules: Miyazakiworld and the MML Anime Nation: Conventions, Cosplay and Commodities Crossing the Border: The Fans' ""Japan"" Conclusion: Brave New World? ""Japan"" and Virtual Reality"

Reviews

A CHOICE Review of Books Outstanding Academic Title Praise for Susan Napier's previous book, Anime from Akira to Princess Mononoke : A thoughtful and carefully researched account. -- The New York Times This worthy addition to the burgeoning literature on Japanese popular culture will stand the test of time. -- Choice


A CHOICE Review of Books Outstanding Academic TitlePraise for Susan Napier's previous book, Anime from Akira to Princess Mononoke: A thoughtful and carefully researched account. - The New York Times This worthy addition to the burgeoning literature on Japanese popular culture will stand the test of time. - Choice


A CHOICE Review of Books Outstanding Academic TitlePraise for Susan Napier's previous book, Anime from Akira to Princess Mononoke:""A thoughtful and carefully researched account."" - The New York Times""This worthy addition to the burgeoning literature on Japanese popular culture will stand the test of time."" - Choice


Author Information

Susan J. Napier is Professor of Japanese Studies at Tufts University, USA. She is the author of four books, including The Fantastic in Japanese Literature: The Subversion of Modernity and Anime from Akira to Howl's Moving Castle.

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