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Manga
is the Japanese word for comics. It is used in the
English-speaking world as a generic term for all comic books
and graphic novels that were originally published in Japan.
However, Manga
is often considered an artistic and storytelling style that
can also encompass non-Japanese works. The term AmeriManga is
sometimes used to refer to comics created by American artists
in a Manga
style. Manwha is the Korean equivalent of that idea.
In Japan, Manga
is either read in serialized form in monthly magazines or
comic books or in graphic novels, book-length comics. All
three formats exist in translation, but graphic novels are
much more common and can fill a number of shelves at the local
comic shop or bookstore.
When most people think of comics in the United States, they
usually think of superheroes and the comic strips that appear
in newspapers. Outside of a devoted fan base, comics don't
garner much respect as art or literature. In Japan, comics are
highly popular with males and females of all ages and walks of
life. The amount of money spent on Manga
each year numbers in the billions.
Part of Manga's
popularity is that there is a title for anyone, no matter what
his or her interests. From the kid-friendly adventures of Pokémon
to the adult underworld drama of Sanctuary, Manga
includes every conceivable genre. Manga
story lines are known for their depth and complexity, and
series contain from two volumes to 20+ books.
While each artist has his or her own style, there are a few
things that give Manga
a distinctive look. Drawings are typically done in pen and
ink, with an emphasis on clean lines. Except for highly
realistic series, most characters have very large,
almond-shaped eyes and other out-of-proportion body parts. In
all but the most serious stories, characters also show their
emotions quite clearly, and sometimes comically; Manga
artists manipulate their character's eyes and mouth and
include special devices, such as a sweat drop on the forehead
to depict worry.
Manga
is closely related to anime, or Japanese animation. Some Manga
series are adaptations of popular anime television shows or
movies, and vice versa. Anime is drawn in much the same
artistic style.
