Manga: The Complete Guide

A single, comprehensive volume from Random House, Manga: The Complete Guide (2007–present) is an encyclopedic reference work that surveys the vast landscape of Japanese comics available in English. Written by noted critic and historian Jason Thompson, this single-issue guide reviews and contextualizes hundreds of manga series, offering readers an invaluable roadmap through the medium's history, genres, and key creators. Its lasting importance lies in its role as a definitive, accessible critical resource for both newcomers and seasoned fans.