Tezuka Osamu Monogatari

A graphic biography explores the life of a major 20th-century artist known for works such as Astro Boy, Kimba the White Lion, and Black Jack. It also examines the development of Japan's manga and anime industries during the early postwar years. Divided into three sections, the first covers the individual's childhood and early influences, including interests in insects, comics, and animation, against the backdrop of wartime Japan. The second section details the challenges of the postwar period, his education, and the choice between a medical career and becoming a manga artist. It also discusses the rise of the assistant system and its impact on the industry. The final section focuses on his entry into animation, the creation of his studio, Mushi Production, the production of his influential anime, the decline of the studio, and his later work and legacy.

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