anime

Examines the phenomenon of "mo?"--the sense of emotional attachment that fans of manga and anime have to their favorite characters--and how it has been a driving force in the international growth of the popularity of Japanese manga and anime. Discusses the earliest mo? characters and how they influenced a generation of manga artists, what constitutes an ideal mo? relationship, and why some fans go as far as marrying their mo? sweethearts.

A fan's reference profiles directors, composers, voice-over artists, and more for top-selected films and series while sharing complementary travel information for recommended anime shrines and locations in Japan.

Examines the history of anime, explores its popularity in America, looks at the role of women in Japanese animation, and discusses the messages of the art.