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The Anime Encyclopedia: A Guide to Japanese Animation Since 1917 [Paperback]

Jonathan Clements (Author), Helen McCarthy (Author)

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Paperback: 576 pages
Publisher: Stone Bridge Press; First Printing edition (1 Oct 2001)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1880656647
ISBN-13: 978-1880656648
Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 17.8 x 3.1 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 633,668 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #66 in Books > Music, Stage & Screen > Film > Encyclopaedias

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Here is the long-awaited, biggest guide ever, the absolute must-have for every fan, collector, library, and video-store browser. Included are over 2,000 Japanese animation films--from today's Pokemon, Tenchi Muyo, and Sailor Moon to the classic Tetsuwan Atomu (Astro Boy) and little-known artistic gems like the anime life of Mozart--with key personnel, running time, studio, alternate titles, cross references, critical comment, and kid-friendly ratings. The Anime Encyclopedia is the most complete guide of its kind in any language, including Japanese! Illustrated and fully indexed.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Superb, 18 Mar 2003

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This review is from: The Anime Encyclopedia: A Guide to Japanese Animation Since 1917 (Paperback)

An incredibly detailed, exhaustive survey of a medium dating back to 1917, packed with production gossip, contentious reviews, and criticism that pulls no punches. An excellent book by two award-winning authors, and the biggest work on the subject in any language, including Japanese. But be warned, if you're looking for a colouring book or something full of pretty pictures, this is an *encyclopaedia* designed for reference, and not a shallow curio.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Dead handy, 3 July 2002

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I've saved a lot of time and money by following this book (it's easily paid for itself), since I seem to have similar taste to the authors. There is a lot of bad anime out there, and this has helped me avoid it, but it's also helped me discover many good things I otherwise wouldn't have done (the work of Miyazaki for one.)

It's well written (if sometimes too concise) with both insight and a passion for the subject.

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5.0 out of 5 stars pure brilliance, 27 Nov 2003

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Never in my time have i experienced a more cost effective book, this encyclopedia documents over 2000 anime from as far back as 1917. This book is 500+ pages long and each anime has a review, cast (director, animator etc.) it also contains a rating to warn the viewer if there is sensitive material, V = violence N =nudity L = language.
This book also acts as quite a hands door stop and coffe table.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Review
WOW, literally wow. the minute i receved this book, it was extremely hard to put down. every type of anime covered. plus also good descriptions of the shows. Read more

Published 17 months ago by ILoveAnime!

4.0 out of 5 stars Good for fans! Not so good for scholars!
Does what it says on the tin. Although, the 'Thematic Entries' are somewhat impressionistic and lacking in scholarly detail. Read more

Published 19 months ago by animescholar

4.0 out of 5 stars Decent as en encyclopedia
Decent as an encyclopedia, and basic information. Not great for the important details and opinions of experts, Roland Kelts, Susan J, Napier recommended for that purpose.

Published 20 months ago by Stefan Ravnanger

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
This encyclopedia has it all, if you like anime it's your one stop shop. Beautifully illustrated and interesting.

Published on 8 Feb 2009 by Eileen

5.0 out of 5 stars A MIGHTY TOME OF INFORMATION IMEASURABLE
Finding an informative and concise book on Anime can be difficult and expensive. I was unsure about the content of this book, was it simply a movie guide or a resource about Anime... Read more

Published on 19 Jun 2008 by Red Queen

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing, for now :)
I have only purchased this book today and so should probably take time to consider its usefulness, but at first glances it seems to deliver exceedingly well on expectations... Read more

Published on 17 July 2007 by Mr. W. G. Whitley

3.0 out of 5 stars Hmmm... Very concise
Firstly, I should point out that I'm a student of graphic design. This being said, I was very dissapointed with this book. Read more

Published on 3 Mar 2003 by Jack Wareham

5.0 out of 5 stars An outstanding work or reference that's hugely readable.
As a keen anime fan, I have long searched for an easy to use and fun reference for information on the great variety of animations that Japan has produced. Read more

Published on 9 Dec 2001 by Alex Ingram

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