What's MANGA is an absorbing and extremely informative guide to the history of manga – how it is created, how it has spread, and more.
The book will be rewarding to both those unfamiliar to the genre and manga fans alike by asking and exploring questions about manga that are not generally asked, enabling you to enjoy manga in a more three-dimensional way and to better understand the appeal of manga. What's MANGA introduces a wealth of topics surrounding manga, from ukiyo-e to overseas manga, demonstrating how the manga industry is seen through numbers, and expanding digital publishing.
Seigensha, 144pp, 18cm x 26cm, illustrated paperback, 2025