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The centrality of this book is the 'vision of the revolutionaries' as manifested in their writings in archival records, their syncretic vision, miraculous modes of communications, the working of their government, and the nature and immensity of this Great War, with its pan Indian extent. The twin go... More

A go-to resource for manga fans, this indispensable guide contains comprehensive reviews of more than 900 different manga series released in the United States. It also features a detailed Bibliography and resource section for readers who want to explore a particular series.- Reviews of more than 900... More

MIND CONTROL Ryousuke Akiba calls himself ES, a code name taken from a mysterious scientific experiment. Ryousuke will live to be at least two centuries old and possesses strange mental powers: He can enter people's minds, discover their darkest secrets, even rearrange their memories so that complet... More

The amazing adventures of Marvel Comics' Spider-Man continue in this all-new novel. A new designer drug with physically altering side effects sweeps through New York, leaving behind utter chaos. As Spider-Man stumbles onto the drug's origin, he almost must face one of his most fearsome enemies. Orig... More

Packed with more superheroes and superpowers than an Avengers-Justice League crossover, this title takes a lively look at the physics behind the superpowers of comic-book heroes."The Physics of Superheroes"applies the reality of physics to the fantasy of comic books. James Kakalios explores the scie... More

Following the success of "Japanese Comickers," this edition profiles 12 Japanese and Korean artists working in anime and manga--all of whom eagerly discuss their work and share their thoughts on this increasingly popular genre. This showcase of the cutting-edge vanguard of anime and manga illustrati... More

Where else can you find such an incredible collection of 14 young comic, anime and manga artists willing to share the secrets of their techniques? Each artist includes a brief biography, the most representative work and a gallery of their best work with step-by-steps on how to create the work. The l... More

It would be hard to imagine any creators who have more greatly affected their chosen medium than Will Eisner and Frank Miller have influenced the world of comics and graphic novels. Often misunderstood, but enduringly enjoyed by people from all walks of life, the comic book has in recent years been ... More

The ultimate insider's guide to the movie! Young and old Star Wars fans will find everything they want to know about Star Wars: Episode IIi in this fact-filled book, packed with full-color photos from the movie as well as details about new and old characters, creatures, vehicles, and imaginative loc... More

Fifty years after his creation, Astro Boy continues to lead the manga and anime charge, his adventures still as fresh and exciting as when first crafted by master storyteller/cartoonist/animator Osamu Tezuka. Perhaps the most endearing, and enduring, creation to emerge from Tezuka's volcanic imagina... More

Witness the group's formation and the first time they wore catsuits Get to know the hunky roadie Alan, their shifty manager Alex and his conniving sister, Alexandria Travel to Tinseltown as the girls shoot their "first" movie Help them solve intriguing mysteries and relive the antics that made th... More

Here is the incomparable cast of the DC Comics universe: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, the Flash, Aquaman, the Green Lantern, and the rest of the Justice League as you've never seen them before. Mythology brings together the best-loved comic characters in the world, brought to life by one of the m... More

- Full-color photographs- Table of contents, glossary, bibliography, index- Reinforced library binding- 32 pages, size: 7" x 9"- Fast-paced but easy-to-read text- Quotations from primary sources- Additional information sections- www.FactHound.com Internet sites... More

Adding graphic novels to your library collection is a surefire way to boost circulation and build customer loyalty. But with thousands of graphic novels being published annually and no sign of a slowdown, how do you determine which graphic novels to purchase, and which to recommend to teen and adult... More

From the undisputed authority on comic book collecting comes the most complete record of existing comic books from the 1800s to the present -- indexed, illustrated, and priced according to condition.- NEW for 2007: Up-to-date market reports and a new, fully illustrated, comic-style introduction- A b... More

By the author of The Comic Book Heroes, Killing Monsters, and scores of successful comic books and screenplays, Men of Tomorrow is the first book to tell the surprising story of the young Jewish misfits, hustlers and nerds who invented the superhero and the comic book industry. Among the characters ... More

Here come the heels and hoodlums Itas an entertaining roguesa review, starring Batmanas Joker, Dick Tracyas Flattop and Pruneface, Flash Gordonas Ming the Merciless, Spider-Manas Green Goblin, and hundreds more villains connoisseurs of comics have always loved to hate. Written especially for comic ... More