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Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: The Complete Four-Panel Comics
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Though their circumstances are tragic, in these spoofs penned by series' author Hiromu Arakawa, the brothers’ quest to reclaim their bodies is completely hilarious! Collects all of author Hiromu Arakawa’s beloved four-panel comic strips from the the graphic novel series, her bonus strips from the anime DVDs of Fullmetal Alchemist and Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood and rare strips from Japan! No joke is too cheesy and there are no sacred cows when Arakawa takes up her pen to spoof her own characters in this delightfully zany take on Fullmetal Alchemist!
£8.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist 20th Anniversary Book
Celebrate 20 years of Fullmetal Alchemist with this stunning tribute to the genre-defining classic!Celebrate the legacy of Fullmetal Alchemist with this tribute to the iconic manga about two brothers’ quest to reclaim their bodies torn apart by alchemy. This collection contains all of author Hiromu Arakawa’s companion manga drawn to commemorate the series’ adaptation to other media, as well as extensive reflections from Arakawa and the talented individuals who brought Fullmetal Alchemist vividly to life in anime, film, video games, novels, and more.
£18.00
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 13
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. The mysterious origins of the homunculi are revealed, and the brothers’ father positions himself for the coming conflict against these foes.
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 4
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover, deluxe collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa! In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Finding themselves at a crossroads, the brothers seek the guidance of a teacher, but her lessons are harder to master than any alchemy.
£15.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 16
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. With the fate of an entire country at stake, the Elric brothers and their allies wage harrowing final battles against the homunculi.
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 18
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Their journey ends here—read the stunning conclusion to the celebrated Fullmetal Alchemist in this final volume!
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 9
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Monster, human, friend and foe—definitions blur when Ed is trapped in the belly of the beast with his enemies.
£18.00
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 6
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover, deluxe collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa! In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. The brother’s search for the Philosopher’s Stone that can repair their bodies is hijacked by a prince from the east seeking the same target.
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 10
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. In order to make headway in their quest to become whole, the brothers must first learn about the unjust war that changed their world.
£18.00
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 17
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. In a terrible twist of fate, the sins that the brothers and their closest allies committed are used to unleash their enemy’s greatest powers.
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 5
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover, deluxe collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa! In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Deep within Devil’s Nest, they are tantalized by Greed’s proposition to exchange forbidden knowledge.
£15.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 14
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. With long-sought answers in hand, the brothers and their allies prepare for the reckoning that looms on the Promised Day…
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 11
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. In their quest to restore their bodies, they head to the unforgiving north, pursued by an all-too-human monster from the past.
£15.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 8
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover, deluxe collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa! In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. The scarred man who stalks the Elric brothers’ path reemerges, this time not as the bearer of vengeance, but as the one in karma’s crosshairs.
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 1
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover, deluxe collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, color inserts and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa! In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Equipped with mechanical “auto-mail” limbs, Edward becomes a state alchemist, seeking the one thing that can restore his and his brother’s bodies…the legendary Philosopher’s Stone. The best-selling manga Fullmetal Alchemist finally available in a high-quality hardcover collectors’ edition.
£15.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 15
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. The brothers’ final battle begins, and their first confrontation is with the homunculus Pride, who is controlling Alphonse from within.
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 12
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again?A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim, archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with a new color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa!In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. While the brothers seek answers in the north, they are blackmailed into aiding their adversaries in a plot that threatens the entire country.
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 7
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover, deluxe collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa! In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. The brothers and their allies close in on answers about the Philosopher’s Stone, forcing a showdown with the homunculus Lust.
£14.39
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 3
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover, deluxe collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trim archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, with color insert and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa! In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. When a dear friend is suddenly lost, a good mechanic can repair the brothers’ metal bodies, but nothing can repair their hearts.
£15.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition, Vol. 2
Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover, deluxe collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an updated translation and completely fresh lettering, and presented with color pages on large-trimmed archival-quality paper, this gorgeous hardcover edition presents the timeless dark adventures of the Elric brothers as they were truly meant to be seen. Includes brand-new cover art, color inserts and behind-the-scenes character sketches from author Hiromu Arakawa! In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Their search for the Philosopher’s Stone, the one thing that can restore their bodies, brings them to a secret alchemical laboratory, and the truth they discover there may be more gruesome than they can handle. The best-selling manga Fullmetal Alchemist finally available in a high-quality hardcover collectors’ edition.
£15.99
Little, Brown & Company Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle Vol. 6
If you ever need someone...I want my name to be the one you say first.All it took was a confession during summer vacation to change the dynamic of Team Chitose forever. When the group scattered, only one person went after Chitose. He still remembers the night their relationship began, when Uchida became Yua, and the deep connection that was forged then. No one knows how the story will end, but one thing is for certainthe summer isn't over yet.
£12.99
Little, Brown & Company Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle Vol. 6.5
£12.99
Altraverse GmbH Das Band der Unterwelt 04
£8.56
Carlsen Verlag GmbH The Heroic Legend of Arslan 16
£8.84
Carlsen Verlag GmbH The Heroic Legend of Arslan 9
£7.91
Carlsen Verlag GmbH The Heroic Legend of Arslan 11
£8.25
Carlsen Verlag GmbH The Heroic Legend of Arslan 10
£8.25
Carlsen Verlag GmbH The Heroic Legend of Arslan 8
£7.90
Square Enix Daemons Of The Shadow Realm 01
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Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 8
Alchemy: the mystical power to alter the natural world; something between magic, art and science. When two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, dabbled in this power to grant their dearest wish, one of them lost an arm and a leg…and the other became nothing but a soul locked into a body of living steel. Now Edward is an agent of the government, a slave of the military-alchemical complex, using his unique powers to obey orders…even to kill. Except his powers aren't unique. The world has been ravaged by the abuse of alchemy. And in pursuit of the ultimate alchemical treasure, the Philosopher's Stone, their enemies are even more ruthless than they are…
£7.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 9
Alchemy: the mystical power to alter the natural world; something between magic, art and science. When two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, dabbled in this power to grant their dearest wish, one of them lost an arm and a leg…and the other became nothing but a soul locked into a body of living steel. Now Edward is an agent of the government, a slave of the military-alchemical complex, using his unique powers to obey orders…even to kill. Except his powers aren't unique. The world has been ravaged by the abuse of alchemy. And in pursuit of the ultimate alchemical treasure, the Philosopher's Stone, their enemies are even more ruthless than they are…
£7.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 8: Includes vols. 22, 23 & 24
With the Day of Reckoning at hand, war breaks out in Central City. On one side, the homunculi and corrupt military; on the other, the Elric family, Ishbalan refugees, and a ragtag alliance of soldiers loyal to Major General Armstrong of Fort Briggs and Roy Mustang. While Hohenheim confronts the homunculi's father, Mustang finally learns the truth about Hughes's murder. Will he be consumed by hatred and do the unthinkable?
£12.59
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 25
As Greed and King Bradley continue their battle, the mysterious homunculus "father" makes his move under Central City. In order to achieve his objectives, he will need to force Mustang to make an unthinkable choice. Meanwhile, Alphonse has the chance to regain his own body, but the sacrifice to do so may be too much.
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Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 27
The Final Chapter! With the help of Hohenheim and their allies, the Elric brothers launch a desperate final attack against the homunculus 'father'. But to claim victory, some may have to make the ultimate sacrifice. And when the dust clears, will a happy ending await our favourite characters in the final volume of Fullmetal Alchemist?
£7.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 22
Having consumed Gluttony's powers, Pride may now be too much to handle for Ed and his allies. Their only chance could be with the help of Al and Hohenheim, but will Ed trust his estranged father long enough for their plan to work? And back at Central City, Mustang and his team have started their attack. But does the army have a dangerous trick up its sleeve…?
£7.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 19
Following the adventures of two alchemist brothers who seek to repair their bodies after using Alchemry breaking the laws of nature by trying to bring their mother back to life.Ed's clever plan to take out an enemy leaves him severely injured, can he cheat death? One of the friends discovers the ironic secret behind Scar's brother's transmutation notes and Major General Armstrong meets with evil homunculus President Bradley. Whose side is she on again? Plus, the disturbing origin of Ed and Al's immortal father finally revealed.
£7.99
Little, Brown & Company Silver Spoon, Vol. 11
Milk, eggs, pork, wheat, vegetables of all kinds...Even tho Ezo Ag seems like it has everything, there are some things even this school can't make--like cacao! And despite the freezing cold, February means Valentine's Day is about to unfold! The boys are bewildered and the girls unsure... Can Ezo Ag prepare everyone for events like Valentine's Day too!?
£12.99
Little, Brown & Company Silver Spoon, Vol. 6
To connect hearts with partner who cannot speak...and then leap through the air to witness a view never seen before-that is what horseriding is all about...! If it's just as a test, it'll be fine. Except it isn't! With his first equestrian experience happening in competition, the curtain falls on Hachiken's debut. To face off against others is to face oneself.
£12.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist (3-in-1 Edition), Vol. 4: Includes vols. 10, 11 & 12
In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Equipped with mechanical "auto-mail" limbs, Edward becomes a state alchemist, seeking the one thing that can restore his brother and himself …the legendary Philosopher's Stone. Ed returns to Resembool and meets his estranged father Hohenheim for the first time in many years. Though their meeting is brief and strained, Ed comes away with the revelation that Al's body is still alive somewhere. But before the newly energized brothers can search for it, Scar returns, catalyzing an unlikely alliance between the Elric brothers, Prince Lin of Xing, and Colonel Mustang. Though they hope to use Scar to lure in a homunculus, the hunters become the hunted when Gluttony proves more than they can handle.
£10.16
Altraverse GmbH Fullmetal Alchemist Metal Edition 03
£18.00
Altraverse GmbH Das Band der Unterwelt 03
£8.56
Altraverse GmbH Fullmetal Alchemist Ultra Edition 02
£10.13
Carlsen Verlag GmbH The Heroic Legend of Arslan 15
£8.86
Square Enix Daemons of the Shadow Realm 05
Hiromu Arakawa, award-winning manga creator of the best-selling smash hit Fullmetal Alchemist, draws readers into an intricate new web of magic, intrigue, and life-or-death stakes! In a world where certain humans command mighty supernatural duos called Daemons, it is the birthright of ''the children who sunder day and night'' - twins Yuru and Asa - to rule over these powerful entities. Separated from a young age and unaware of the truth of their birth, brother and sister must fight to make their way back to each other, claim their birthright, and save the world... Ancient Daemons awaken to fight a new battle in an age-old war!! After a fierce scuffle against Long-Arm and Long-Leg, Yuru meets their timid master, Ken who happens to be Dera''s half brother! Ken reveals that his father had helped Yuru''s parents go into hiding, prompting Dera to contact a shady shaman for more intel on the previous Tadera clan head. Meanwhile, another tragedy is about to befall Higashi Village, courtesy of
£11.69
Harvard University Press Tokyo Boogie-Woogie: Japan’s Pop Era and Its Discontents
In this first English-language history of the origins and impact of the Japanese pop music industry, Hiromu Nagahara connects the rise of mass entertainment, epitomized by ryūkōka (“popular songs”), with Japan’s transformation into a middle-class society in the years after World War II.With the arrival of major international recording companies like Columbia and Victor in the 1920s, Japan’s pop music scene soon grew into a full-fledged culture industry that reached out to an avid consumer base through radio, cinema, and other media. The stream of songs that poured forth over the next four decades represented something new in the nation’s cultural landscape. Emerging during some of the most volatile decades in Japan’s history, popular songs struck a deep chord in Japanese society, gaining a devoted following but also galvanizing a vociferous band of opponents. A range of critics—intellectuals, journalists, government officials, self-appointed arbiters of taste—engaged in contentious debates on the merits of pop music. Many regarded it as a scandal, evidence of an increasingly debased and Americanized culture. For others, popular songs represented liberation from the oppressive political climate of the war years.Tokyo Boogie-Woogie is a tale of competing cultural dynamics coming to a head just as Japan’s traditionally hierarchical society was shifting toward middle-class democracy. The pop soundscape of these years became the audible symbol of changing times.
£32.36
Little, Brown & Company Silver Spoon, Vol. 8
Dairy work has been a struggle for Hachiken, but farming may be better than he thought! But real life isn't always fun and games. There are frustrating and challenging times. Through it all, Hachiken strives to stand strong even when it seems everything is falling apart.
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Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 21
Following the adventures of two alchemist brothers who seek to repair their bodies after using Alchemy breaking the laws of nature by trying to bring their mother back to life.A diabolical trap is set for President Bradley. If he is assassinated, a power vacuum will open that Mustang and his allies will be more than happy to fill. Then, while Ed is reunited with someone from his past, Al is separated from his body, his proxy armour body. Now who is filling his heavy metal shoes? Plus, take a break from all the alchemical intrigue and homunculus backstabbing at the annual Resembool Spring Sheep Festival.
£7.99
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 17
A homunculus manages to breach impenetrable Fort Briggs, and the Elric brothers discover a terrible alchemical secret that penetrates every corner of the world as they know it! Meanwhile, Major Kimblee and a ruthless General Raven make Major General Olivier Mira Armstrong an offer she can't refuse... Whose side is she on, really? And how far is she willing to go?
£7.99