Osamu Tezuka, often called the Walt Disney of Japan, was a transformative figure in 20th Century pop culture, combining the talents of many iconic creators. This beautifully packaged book explores his prolific life, showcasing his manga and anime work, and includes a DVD of a previously untranslated documentary, "The Secrets of Creation."
A rich and original study of the culture of association, showing the 'Big Society' in action in interwar Britain. First full-length study of a major British pressure-group, the League of Nations Union, since 1981, making extensive use of local archives. Essential reading for anyone interested in the history of social movements in modern Britain. -- .
Anime Japanese animation is hugely popular throughout the world. TV stations screen it dubbed into languages from Arabic to Russian, Catalan to Chinese. This book reveals the huge range of titles available in English. It contains details of directors, writers, designers and English-language release labels.
Osamu Tezuka has often been called "the Walt Disney of Japan. This work celebrates his work and life and features more than 300 images. Includes an exclusive 45-minute DVD documentary covering Tezuka's prolific career.
Completely revised edition, with more films plus all-new studio and artist entries.
Democracy, citizenship and internationalism, c.1918-45
Focusing on the culture of association, this study explores the 'Big Society' in interwar Britain through the lens of the League of Nations Union, a significant British pressure group. It represents the first comprehensive examination of the organization in over four decades, utilizing extensive local archives to provide fresh insights. This work is crucial for understanding the evolution of social movements in modern Britain, offering a detailed look at grassroots activism and its impact on society during this pivotal period.
SHORTLISTED FOR THE WOLFSON HISTORY PRIZE 2021 Shortlisted for the PEN Hessell-Tiltman Prize 2021 Longlisted for the HWA Non-Fiction Crown 2021 'Fabulous' - The Times 'A milestone in women's history' - Observer 'Groundbreaking ... a fascinating read' - Herald In Britain today, three-quarters of mothers are in employment and paid work is an unremarkable feature of women's lives after childbirth. Yet a century ago, working mothers were in the minority, excluded altogether from many occupations, whilst their wage-earning was widely perceived as a social ill. In Double Lives, Helen McCarthy accounts for this remarkable transformation and the momentous consequences it has had for Britain. Recovering the everyday worlds of working mothers, this groundbreaking history forces us not only to re-evaluate the past, but to ask anew how current attitudes towards mothers in the workplace have developed and how far we have to go. 'Impressive and nuanced' - Guardian 'Brilliant' - Literary Review
This self-help book is for people who have gained weight because they have lost touch with using natural hunger and fullness signals to guide their eating. This book shows you how to relearn to eat in tune with your body, whilst still eating your favourite foods, taking one manageable step at a time.
Manga Impact is an engaging guide to the world of Japanese manga and anime, featuring 350 key characters and their creators. With 15 original essays, it explores the history and significance of this vibrant art form, making it an essential reference for fans and newcomers alike. Lavishly illustrated and beautifully designed.