基本説明
This book first examines a range of Eastern and Western approaches to magic in anime, addressing magical thinking as an overarching concept which unites numerous titles despite their generic and tonal diversity.
Full Description
Since its inception as an art form, anime has engaged with themes, symbols and narrative strategies drawn from the realm of magic. In recent years, the medium has increasingly turned to magic specifically as a metaphor for a wide range of cultural, philosophical and psychological concerns.
This book first examines a range of Eastern and Western approaches to magic in anime, addressing magical thinking as an overarching concept which unites numerous titles despite their generic and tonal diversity. It then explores the collusion of anime and magic with reference to specific topics. A close study of cardinal titles is complemented by allusions to ancillary productions in order to situate the medium's fascination with magic within an appropriately broad historical context.
Contents
Table of Contents
Preface
Chapter 1: The Frame of Reference
Chapter 2: Magic Contracts
Chapter 3: Magic Missions
Chapter 4: Magic Natures
Chapter 5: Magic Bildungsromans
Chapter 6: Magic Destinies
Filmography
Chapter Notes
Bibliography
Index
