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Anime from Akira to Howl's Moving Castle: Experiencing Contemporary Japanese Animation is a pop-culture primer written by Professor Susan J. Napier. It explores the elements that make anime so unique, unusual, and provocative, drawing examples from works such as Ranma 1/2 and Princess Mononoke.

This book is related to anime in general.

Anime from Akira to Howl's Moving Castle
Call Number: NC 1766 .J3 N36 2005
ISBN: 1403970521
Publication Date: 2005-11-29

Back Cover: This new edition of Susan Napier's groundbreaking popular book is a must-have for both seasoned and new anime fans. Japanese animation is more popular than ever following the 2002 Academy Award given to Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away. Napier confirms that anime reaches far beyond the children's cartoon category and often portrays important social and cultural themes. With new chapters on Spirited Away; Miyazaki's latest hit film, Howl's Moving Castle; and other recent releases, this updated edition is the authoritative source on anime for those viewers who want a deeper understanding of the genre and its cultural impact both here and in Japan.

Bushido: The Soul of Japan is an ethical dissertation written by Inazo Nitobe. It discusses the traditional virtues of the samurai—rectitude, courage, benevolence, politeness, sincerity, honor, loyalty, and self control—and examines how they can be tied into moral systems such as Buddhism, Confucianism, and Shintoism.

This book is related to Rurouni Kenshin, BLEACH, and Naruto.

Bushido: The Soul of Japan
Call Numbers: BJ 971 .B8 N58 2002
ISBN: 9784770027313
Publication Date: 2002-03-01

Back Cover: Bushido is an amazing book in many respects. Written in English and published in the United States in 1900, within a few years it had been translated into Japanese and seven other languages. It became an international best-seller, and found such favor with President Theodore Roosevelt that he gave copies to his friends to read. It proved so popular that this tenth, revised and enlarged edition was published in 1905.

Bushido has endured to the present day as a significant cross-cultural and cross-theological comparison of Christian and non-Christian belief systems. Now, in the words of Prof. George M. Oshiro, "As we look around ourselves and see signs of moral confusion everything, it is time to reread Bushido, and to take to heart its lessons on living a noble life."
Bushido: The Soul of Japan
Call Numbers: BJ 971 .B8 N58 2008
ISBN: 9781604593655
Publication Date: 2008-12-18

Back Cover: Chivalry is a flower no less indigenous to the soil of Japan than its emblem, the cherry blossom; nor is it a dried-up specimen of an antique virtue preserved in the herbarium of our history. It is still a living object of power and beauty among us; and if it assumes no tangible shape or form, it not the less scents the moral atmosphere, and makes us aware that we are still under its potent spell. The conditions of society which brought it forth and nourished it have long disappeared; but as those far-off stars which once were and are not, still continue to shed their rays upon us, so the light of chivalry, which was a child of feudalism, still illuminates our moral path, surviving its mother institution. It is a pleasure to me to reflect upon this subject in the language of Burke, who uttered the well-known touching eulogy over the neglected bier of its European prototype.

Critical Insights: Isaac Asimov is a collection of essays compiled and edited by M. Keith Booker. It examines the works of the titular author, from the Foundation series to his many "robot novels", discussing the themes of human nature and the laws of robotics that make his stories so compelling even in the modern day.

This book is related to Chobits and Dragon Drive.

Critical Insights: Isaac Asimov
Call Numbers: PS 3551 .S5 Z54 2017
ISBN: 9781682172544
Publication Date: 2017-01-19

Back Cover: M. Keith Booker is a professor of English at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. He has published, as author or editor, more than fifty volumes on literature, film, television, and literary and cultural theory. His book-length publications on science fiction include editing the Critical Insights volumes on Dystopia (2012), Contemporary Speculative Fiction (2013) and Brave New World (2014). Other key authored publications include Joyce, Bakhtin, and the Literary Tradition: Toward a Comparative Cultural Poetics (1996); A Practical Introduction to Literary Theory and Criticism (1996); Strange TV: Innovative Television Scenes from The Twilight Zone to The X-Files (2007); May Contain Graphic Material: Comic Books, Graphic Novels, and Film (2007); Postmodern Hollywood: What's New in Film and Why It Makes Us Feel So Strange (2007); Disney, Pixar, and the Hidden Messages in Children's Films (2009); Mad Men: A Cultural History (2015, with Bob Batchelor); and Tony Soprano's America: Gangsters, Guns, and Money (2017, with Isra Daraiseh).

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Among the essays in this volume:
"Elite Rulers or Individual Responsibility: The Power of the Individual in Isaac Asimov and Robert A. Heinlein" by MaryKate Messimer
"Of Race and Robots" by Taylor Evans
"Isaac Asimov: The Complexity of Nature and Fannish Politics in the Galactic Empire" by Donald M. Hassler
"Against Such Swooning, Asimov Himself Contends in Vain: Gender in The Gods Themselves and Other Works" by Michelle Pribbernow

Dracula is a supernatural thriller written by Bram Stoker. It tells the story of Jonathan Harker, a young man who visits Transylvania to sell a home to a new client, Count Dracula. During his visit, however, he comes to realize that his client is no ordinary man, but rather, an ancient vampire who wishes to stalk new prey upon the streets of London.

This book is related to HELLSING, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Vampire Doll: Guilt-Na-Zan, and Chibi Vampire.

Dracula
Call Numbers: PR 6037.T617 D7 2003
ISBN: 9781591940036
Publication Date: 2003-09-01

Back Cover: The first and most terrifying of all vampire stories.

Jonathan Harker has a job to do. The young lawyer must go to the mysterious country of Transylvania to work for a man he knows as "the Count." At first, Jonathan is excited by the chance to travel and meet new people. But after his arrival in Transylvania, he begins to wonder what's going on. People act strangely upon hearing he is going to visit the Count. When Jonathan arrives at the Count's dark, deserted castle, he too begins to feel afraid. Soon after meeting his host, Jonathan begins to feel trapped in a horrifying nightmare. Only this nightmare is real, and he can't wake up....

Dreamland Japan: Writings on Modern Manga is a collection of essays written by Japanese culture expert Frederik L. Schodt. It explores the history of manga, from the artists that created it to the magazines it was published in, while offering an overview of what makes manga so weird and wonderful.

This book is related to manga in general.

Dreamland Japan: Writings on Modern Manga
Call Number: PN 6790 .J3 S285 1996
ISBN: 188065623X
Publication Date: 1996-09-01

Back Cover: Manga, or Japanese comics have become a certified cultural megaforce. Born in the Japanese collective unconscious, their dreamlike visions and epic, cinematic qualities have launched a multibillion-dollar industry and inspired pictorial storytellers throughout the world.

In this long-awaited sequel to his award-winning Manga! Manga! The World of Japanese Comics, Japanese culture expert Frederik L. Schodt looks at the current state of the manga universe, both in and outside Japan. In brief essays he introduces dozens of artists, magazines, and individual works, and he goes beyond manga to look at manga's impact on society and on the evolution of anime and animation, film, and graphic design. An entire chapter is dedicated to the work of Osamu Tezuka, the "God of Comics," and an up-to-date appendix lists manga resources and Internet connections for fans and conventiongoers.

Egyptian Mythology: A Guide to the Gods, Goddesses, and Traditions of Ancient Egypt is a general guidebook written by Geraldine Pinch. It offers a brief introduction to the history of Egypt, a timeline of mythological events, and a general glossary of deities, themes, and concepts in Egyptian mythology.

This book is related to JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.

Egyptian Mythology: A Guide to the Gods, Goddesses, and Traditions of Ancient Egypt
Call Numbers: BL 2441.3 .P56 2004 2004
ISBN: 0195170245
Publication Date: 2002-04-08

Back Cover: THE ENIGMATIC WORLD OF EGYPTIAN MYTHOLOGY REVEALED IN ONE FASCINATING VOLUME

From stories of resurrected mummies and thousands-of-years-old curses to powerful pharaohs and the coveted treasures of the Great Pyramids, Ancient Egypt continues to have an unfaltering grip on the modern imagination. Now, in Egyptian Mythology, Geraldine Pinch offers a comprehensive introduction that untangles the mystery of Egyptian myth. Spanning Ancient Egyptian culture—from 3200 B.C. to A.D. 400—Pinch opens a door to this hidden world and casts light on its often misunderstood belief system. Egyptian Mythology offers:

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* A substantial A to Z section that covers the principal themes and concepts of Egyptian mythology as well as the most important deities, demons, and other characters
* A discussion of the nature of myths and the history of Egypt, from the predynastic to the postpharonic period
* A timeline covering the seven stages in the mythical history of Egypt and outlining the major events of each stage, such as the reign of the sun god
* A wealth of illustrations
* A thorough subject index for fast and easy access content
* A glossary of cultural and mythological terms

For anyone who wants to know about Anubis, the terrifying canine god who presided over the mummification of bodies and guarded burials, or Hathor, the golden goddess who helped women to give birth and the dead to be reborn, or an explanation of the nun, the primeval ocean from which all life came, Egyptian Mythology is the place to look.

Final Solution: The Fate of the Jews, 1933-1949 is a history book written by David Cesarani. It offers an in-depth account of the Holocaust, from the first year of the Nazi party's dominance to the dissolution of the Third Reich, complete with maps and detailed photographs of its events.

This book is related to Attack on Titan, HELLSING, and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.

Final Solution: The Fate of the Jews, 1933-1949
Call Number: D 804.3 .C434 2016
ISBN: 9781250000835
Publication Date: 2016-11-08

Inside Flap: David Cesarani's Final Solution is a magisterial work of history that chronicles the fate of Europe's Jews. Based on decades of scholarship, documentation newly available from the opening of Soviet archives, declassification of western intelligence service records, as well as diaries and reports written in the camps, Cesarani provides a sweeping reappraisal challenging accepted explanations for the anti-Jewish politics of Nazi Germany and the inevitability of the Final Solution.

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The persecution of the Jews, as Cesarani sees it, was not always the Nazi's central preoccupation, nor was it inevitable. He shows how, in German-occupied countries, it unfolded erratically, often due to local initiatives. For Cesarani, war was critical to the Jewish fate. Military failure denied the Germans opportunities to expel Jews into a distant territory and created a crisis of resources that led to the starvation of the ghettos and intensified anti-Jewish measures. Looking at the historical record, he disputes the iconic role of railways and deportation trains. From prisoner diaries, he exposes the extent of sexual violence and abuse of Jewish women and follows the journey of some Jewish prisoners to displaced persons camps.

David Cesarani's Final Solution is the new standard chronicle of the fate of a heroic people caught in the hell that was Hitler's Germany.

Global Viewpoints: Child Soldiers is a collection of essays edited by Candice Mancini. It examines how child soldiers are used throughout the world, the unique physical and mental health challenges that former victims face, and what can (hopefully) be done to put an end to their use forever.

This book is related to Gunslinger Girl.

Global Viewpoints: Child Soldiers
Call Number: UB 416 .C478 2010
ISBN: 9780737748390
Publication Date: 2010-04-01

Back Cover: The Global Viewpoints series provides students and other readers with the information they need to explore global connections and think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues. Each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions selected from a diverse range of international sources, including journals, magazines, newspapers, nonfiction books, speeches, government documents, organization newsletters, and position papers. Each volume contains an annotated table of contents; a world map, to help readers locate countries or areas covered in the essays; "for further discussion" questions; a worldwide list of organizations to contact; bibliographies of books and periodicals; and a subject index. By illuminating the complexities and interrelations of the global community, this excellent resource helps students and other researchers enhance their global awareness.

Manga Crash Course is an art book written by YouTube artist Mina "Mistiqarts" Petrović. It offers simple, step-by-step instructions on how to draw characters stylized after classical anime and manga (large eyes and subtle smiles), with additional sections on paneling, shading, and how to design your own characters.

This book is related to manga in general.

Manga Crash Course
Call Numbers: NC 1764.5 .J3 2015
ISBN: 9781440338380
Publication Date: 2015-02-11

Back Cover: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO START DRAWING MANGA!

In the jam-packed pages of Manga Crash Course, popular YouTube artist Mina "Mistiqarts" Petrović shares with you all the techniques you need to create not just manga figures and faces, but full characters and scenes. After learning the basics for drawing and coloring eyes, hands, feet and other body parts, you'll move on to facial expressions, hair and clothes--the things that will make your characters stand out from the rest.

Next, you'll put what you learned to the test as you create truly one-of-a-kind characters. And finally, you'll learn how to combine your characters in full manga scenes and paneled pages, adding backgrounds, action and perspective, to create the dynamic stories they deserve.

YOUR CRASH COURSE TO MANGA DRAWING BEGINS... NOW!

Manga: Sixty Years of Japanese Comics is an illustrated guidebook written by freelance journalist Paul Gravett. It offers a well-rounded view of what makes manga so distinct from western comics, featuring sections on the life and career of Osamu Tezuka, gender roles in manga demographics, and censorship.

This book is related to manga in general.

Manga: Sixty Years of Japanese Comics
Call Numbers: PN 6790 .J3 G73 2004
ISBN: 9781856693912
Publication Date: 2004-08-03

Back Cover: Japan's output of manga is massive, accounting for a staggering forty per cent of everything published each year in the country. Outside Japan, there has been a global boom in sales, with the manga aesthetic spreading from comics into all areas of Western youth culture through film, computer games, advertising and design.

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Manga: Sixty Years of Japanese Comics presents an accessible, entertaining, and highly illustrated introduction to the development and diversity of Japanese comics from 1945 to the present. Featuring striking graphics and extracts from a wide range of manga, the book covers such themes as the specific attributes of manga in contrast to American and European comics; the life and career of Osamu Tezuka, creator of Astro Boy and the originator of story manga; boys' comics from the Sixties to the present; the genres and genders of girls' and women's comics; the darker, more realistic themes of gekiga-- violent samurais, disturbing horror, and apocalyptic science fiction; issues of censorship and protest; and manga's role as a major Japanese export and global influence.

The Ways of the Samurai is a general guidebook written by Carol Gaskin with "A Selection of Highlights of Samurai History" written by Vince Hawkins. It examines the origins of the samurai, as well as their daily lives, legacy, code of ethics, connection to the martial arts, and their secret weapon: the Ninja.

This book is related to Rurouni Kenshin, BLEACH, and Naruto.

The Ways of the Samurai
Call Numbers: DS 827 .S3 2005
ISBN: 9780760770474
Publication Date: 2005-01-01

Back Cover: LEARN THE SAMURAI CODE

- Only samurai were permitted to wear two swords.
- Only sons of the samurai could become samurai.
- Suicide was an acceptable option when honor had been lost.
- Looking inside another warrior's helmet was a grave insult.
- Under bushido (the samurai code), samurai pledged justice, courage, benevolence, politeness, honesty, honor, and loyalty.

From history to philosophy to daily lifestyle, find out what made the samurai the fearsome warriors whose legacy survives today.

Why? Explaining the Holocaust is a history book written by Peter Hayes. It explores some of the messy questions surrounding the Holocaust—Why the Jews? Why the Germans? Why such a swift and sweeping extermination?—revealing how a perfect storm of factors led to one of mankind's greatest atrocities.

This book is related to Attack on Titan, HELLSING, and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.

Why? Explaining the Holocaust
Call Number: D 804.3 .H387 2017
ISBN: 9780393254365
Publication Date: 2017-01-17

Inside Flap: Despite the outpouring of books, movies, museums, memorials, and courses devoted to the Holocaust, a coherent explanation of why such ghastly carnage erupted from the heart of civilized Europe in the twentieth century still seems elusive even seventy years later. Numerous theories have sprouted in an attempt to console ourselves and to point the blame in emotionally satisfying directions—yet none of them are fully convincing. As witnesses to the Holocaust near the ends of their lives, it becomes that much more important to unravel what happened and to educate a new generation about the horrors inflicted by the Nazi regime on Jews and non-Jews alike.

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Why? dispels many misconceptions and answers some of the most basic—yet vexing—questions that remain: Why the Jews? Why the Germans? Why such a swift and sweeping extermination? Why didn't more Jews fight back more often? Why didn't they receive more help? While responding to the questions he has been most frequently asked by students over the decades, world-renowned Holocaust historian and professor Peter Hayes brings a wealth of scholarly research and experience to bear on conventional, popular views of the history, challenging some of the most prominent recent interpretations. He alleges that there is no single theory that "explains" the Holocaust; the convergence of multiple forces at a particular moment in time led to catastrophe.

In clear prose informed by an encyclopedic knowledge of Holocaust literature in English and German, Hayes weaves together stories and statistics to heart-stopping effect. Why? is an authoritative, groundbreaking exploration of the origins of one of the most tragic events in human history.

World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War is an apocalyptic thriller written by Max Brooks. It tells the story of an unnamed United Nations agent who travels the world putting together an oral history of the "Zombie War", a decade-long struggle for survival against an infectious zombie plague.

This book is related to HELLSING and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.

World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War
Call Number: PS 3602 .R6445 W67 2007b
ISBN: 9780307346612
Publication Date: 2007-10-16

Back Cover: We survived the zombie apocalypse, but how many of us are still haunted by that terrible time? We have (temporarily?) defeated the living dead, but at what cost? Told in the haunting and riveting voices of the men and women who witnessed the horror firsthand, World War Z is the only record of the plague years.

Asian Comics is an illustrated guidebook written by John A. Lent. It examines the various comics made by Asians outside of Japan, including countries such as China, Indonesia, India, and many, many more. While not manga in the traditional sense, these comics are influenced by (and influence) manga themselves, sharing similar philosophies and subjects.

This book is related to manga in general.

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Asian Comics
ISBN (Ebook): 9781626740853
Publication Date: 2015-01-05

Ebook Description: Grand in its scope, Asian Comics dispels the myth that, outside of Japan, the continent is nearly devoid of comic strips and comic books. Relying on his fifty years of Asian mass communication and comic art research, during which he traveled to Asia at least seventy-eight times and visited many studios and workplaces, John A. Lent shows that nearly every country had a golden age of cartooning and has experienced a recent rejuvenation of the art form. As only Japanese comics output has received close and by now voluminous scrutiny, Asian Comics tells the story of the major comics creators outside of Japan. Lent covers the nations and regions of Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, the Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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Organized by regions of East, Southeast, and South Asia, Asian Comics provides 178 black-and-white illustrations and detailed information on comics of sixteen countries and regions--their histories, key creators, characters, contemporary status, problems, trends, and issues. One chapter harkens back to predecessors of comics in Asia, describing scrolls, paintings, books, and puppetry with humorous tinges, primarily in China, India, Indonesia, and Japan. The first overview of Asian comic books and magazines (both mainstream and alternative), graphic novels, newspaper comic strips and gag panels, plus cartoon/humor magazines, Asian Comics brims with facts, fascinating anecdotes, and interview quotes from many pioneering masters, as well as younger artists.

Hitler's Monsters: A Supernatural History of the Third Reich is a history book written by Eric Kurlander. It examines the Nazi party's strange obsession with the supernatural, from their terrorist cell composed of "werewolves" to their use of clairvoyants, calling upon occult and pagan practices in their constant pursuit of power.

This book is related to HELLSING and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.

Hitler's Monsters: A Supernatural History of the Third Reich
ISBN (Ebook): 9780300190373
Publication Date: 2014-09-02

Ebook Description: The definitive history of the supernatural in Nazi Germany, exploring the occult ideas, esoteric sciences, and pagan religions touted by the Third Reich in the service of power The Nazi fascination with the occult is legendary, yet today it is often dismissed as Himmler's personal obsession or wildly overstated for its novelty. Preposterous though it was, however, supernatural thinking was inextricable from the Nazi project. The regime enlisted astrology and the paranormal, paganism, Indo-Aryan mythology, witchcraft, miracle weapons, and the lost kingdom of Atlantis in reimagining German politics and society and recasting German science and religion. In this eye-opening history, Eric Kurlander reveals how the Third Reich's relationship to the supernatural was far from straightforward. Even as popular occultism and superstition were intermittently rooted out, suppressed, and outlawed, the Nazis drew upon a wide variety of occult practices and esoteric sciences to gain power, shape propaganda and policy, and pursue their dreams of racial utopia and empire.

Japanese Visual Culture: Explorations in the World of Manga and Anime is a collection of essays edited by Mark. W. MacWilliams. It examines various subjects related to manga and anime, from the effects of the Russo-Japanese War and World War II on Japanese culture, to explorations of the Shojo demographic.

This book is related to manga in general.

Japanese Visual Culture: Explorations in the World of Manga and Anime
ISBN (Ebook): 9781317467007
Publication Date: 2008-04-15

Ebook Description: Born of Japan's cultural encounter with Western entertainment media, manga (comic books or graphic novels) and anime (animated films) are two of the most universally recognized forms of contemporary mass culture. Because they tell stories through visual imagery, they vault over language barriers. Well suited to electronic transmission and distributed by Japan's globalized culture industry, they have become a powerful force in both the mediascape and the marketplace.This volume brings together an international group of scholars from many specialties to probe the richness and subtleties of these deceptively simple cultural forms. The contributors explore the historical, cultural, sociological, and religious dimensions of manga and anime, and examine specific sub-genres, artists, and stylistics. The book also addresses such topics as spirituality, the use of visual culture by Japanese new religious movements, Japanese Goth, nostalgia and Japanese pop, "cute" (kawali) subculture and comics for girls, and more. With illustrations throughout, it is a rich source for all scholars and fans of manga and anime as well as students of contemporary mass culture or Japanese culture and civilization.

Samurai and Ninja: The Real Story Behind the Japanese Warrior Myth that Shatters the Bushido Mystique is a guidebook written by Antony Cummins. It examines many common myths about the samurai class in Japan, referring to authentic Japanese manuscripts to uncover the truth about these warriors for hire.

This book is related to Rurouni Kenshin, BLEACH, and Naruto.

Samurai and Ninja
ISBN (Ebook): 9781462915064
Publication Date: 2015-06-16

Ebook Description: The myths of the noble Samurai and the sinister Ninja are filled with romantic fantasy and fallacy. Samurai and Ninja expert Antony Cummins shatters the myths and exposes the true nature of these very real—and very lethal—medieval Japanese warriors. The Samurai and Ninja were, in fact, brutal killing machines trained in torture and soaked in machismo. Many were skilled horsemen and sword-fighting specialists, while others were masters of deception and sabotage. Some fought for loyalty, others for personal gain. What these warriors all shared in common was their unflinching personal bravery, skill and brutality. In Samurai and Ninja, Cummins separates myth from reality and shows why the Japanese were the greatest warriors of all time: He describes the Samurai and the Ninja as they really were in earlier times when battles raged across Japan—not in later times when war became obsolete and Japanese warriors became philosophers, scholars and courtiers. He describes the social context of the day and the feudal world into which the warriors were trained to fight and die for their lords. He exposes the essentially brutal nature of warfare in medieval Japan. This book is illuminated by many rare Japanese manuscripts and texts which are translated into English for the very first time.

True Path of the Ninja: The Definitive Translation of the Shoninki is an authentic training manual translated by Antony Cummins and Yoshie Minami. Originating from the 17th century, it explains the actual techniques of real world ninja, drawing inspiration from nature and eastern philosophy to achieve their goals.

This book is related to Naruto and Rurouni Kenshin.

True Path of the Ninja: The Definitive Translation of the Shoninki
ISBN (Ebook): 9781462900893
Publication Date: 2011-03-10

Ebook Description: "True Path of the Ninja" is the first authoritative translation in English of the "Shoninki"OCothe famous 17th century ninja training manual. Antony Cummins and Yoshie Minami worked closely with Dr. Nakashima Atsumi, author of the most comprehensive modern Japanese version of the "Shoninki," thus making this English translation the closest to the original scrolls. The information and insights found in this translation are invaluable for understanding the skills, techniques and mentality of the historical ninja. Whether it involved tips for surviving in the wild, advice on intelligence-gathering techniques, or methods for creating chaos in the enemy camp, the "True Path of the Ninja" unveils secrets long lost. Also included is the first written record of the oral tradition Defense Against a Ninja taught by Otake Risuke, the revered sensei of the legendary Katori Shinto Ryu school of swordsmanship. It reveals for the first time the traditional teachings on how the samurai can protect himself from the cunning wiles of a ninja."

The Vampire: A New History is a history book written by Nick Groom. It examines the long, bloody history of the vampire myth, from its origins in death and disease during the Enlightenment to its immortal position in popular culture today, drawing upon folklore and eyewitness accounts going back centuries.

This book is related to HELLSING, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Vampire Doll: Guilt-Na-Zan, and Chibi Vampire.

The Vampire: A New History
ISBN (Ebook): 9780300240818
Publication Date: 2018-10-30

Ebook Description: An authoritative new history of the vampire, two hundred years after it first appeared on the literary scene

A Visual History of Soldiers and Armies Around the World is an illustrated guidebook written by Alberto Moreno de la Fuente. It offers an illustrated tour of warfare, from ancient Egyptians and Assyrians to the modern-day US Marine Corps, showcasing the many uniforms, equipment, and weapons used throughout history.

This book is related to Attack on Titan, Gunslinger Girl, HELLSING, and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.

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A Visual History of Soldiers and Armies Around the World
ISBN (Ebook): 9781499465938
Publication Date: 2016-12-30

Ebook Description: This intriguing book brings young readers into some of the greatest battles in history. They can walk alongside some of the mightiest armies, ones that shaped the world they know today. They will walk in the shoes of the Roman legionnaire and the Mongol rider, the Christian knight and the Sioux warrior, the Japanese samurai and the Navy SEAL. They will learn about the origin of armies in ancient times and the army of the future. Captivating illustrations bring readers further into this world and offer a unique perspective on history.

Will AI Dictate the Future? is a science book written by Dr. Anton Ravindran with a few additional chapters provided by guests. It examines some of the possible uses of AI in ethics, cybersecurity, law, healthcare, manufacturing, and mobility, thoughtfully exploring the technology's potential pros and cons.

This book is related to Chobits and Dragon Drive.

Will AI Dictate the Future?
ISBN (Ebook): 9789815066814
Publication Date: 2022-11-15

Back Cover: As Artificial Intelligence becomes pervasive in every aspect of human life, there is an urgent need to understand it and harness it in a way that benefits mankind. But where do we begin? Will AI Dictate the Future? breaks down this complex subject by examining AI's impact on key sectors of our societies. Each chapter delves into one sector in turn, probing the myriad risks and opportunities brought about by AI:

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* Healthcare
* Government
* Law
* Financial Services
* Manufacturing
* Education
* Cybersecurity
* Satellite Systems
* Mobility
* Ethics

Written by Dr. Anton Ravindran, together with guest chapters contributed by leading experts in their fields, this invaluable book provides a clear, comprehensive and authoritative look at how AI-- managed wisely-- can change the world for the better.

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