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Anime and the visual novel : narrative structure, design and play at the crossroads of animation and computer games / Dani Cavallaro.

Author/creator Cavallaro, Dani, 1962-
Format Book and Print
Publication InfoJefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., ©2010.
Descriptionv, 262 pages ; 23 cm
Subject(s)
Animated films--Japan --Themes, motives.
Computer games--Japan.
Contents Anime and the visual novel: theoretical approaches -- Parallel worlds -- Returns to the past -- Epic exploits -- Journeys of self-discovery.
Abstract "This book describes the thematic and structural traits of a recent and popular development within the realm of anime: series adapted from visual novels. Anime based on visual novels capitalize on the parent games' attributes, yielding thought-provoking yarns and complex personalities"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Bibliography noteIncludes filmography.
LCCN 2009039280
ISBN9780786444274 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN0786444274 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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