“A fresh history of Japanese comics. . . . Simultaneously a record of comics art in Japan and an account of its trailblazing publishing industry . . . An exciting, illuminating history that will inspire fans to explore the classics.”—Kirkus Reviews

“I came away from this book having learned so much that I already know I’ll need to re-read [it]. . . . A fresh, well-researched look at the history of manga.”—Erika Friedman, Okazu

“Exner’s look at Japan’s eye-catching style of graphic storytelling [is] comprehensive in scope. . . . Traces the development of the artform from its late 19th century origins to its ubiquitous popularity today.”—Colin Dwyer, NPR

Named an “Anticipated” Title for Summer 2025 by Comics Beat

“Deeply researched yet highly readable. . . . A paradigm-shifting account of the origins and evolution of manga.”—Library Journal

“A focused, eloquent text.”—Comics Journal

“With prodigious research, a global perspective, and abundant new insights, Eike Exner cuts through misunderstandings and myths to bring us an instant classic about the evolution of modern manga.”—Frederik L. Schodt, author of Manga! Manga!: The World of Japanese Comics (1983)

“With fascinating examples and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, Exner shows how manga is the result of decades of creative exchange between American, European, and Japanese visual storytellers.”—Deb Aoki, co-host and manga editor, Mangasplaining

“Exner is here to remedy the incoherent hodgepodge of decidedly unscholarly baby boomer fanfic that has long passed for ‘the history of manga,’ and he’s brought all the receipts.”—Rachel Thorn, Kyoto Seika University

“Manga: A New History is a significant and much-needed book that both expands and deepens how we understand Japanese comics in all their varieties and complexities.”—Paul Gravett, author of Manga: Sixty Years of Japanese Comics

“Manga: A New History breaks ground with tremendous new research, deflates long-held notions, fills in historical gaps, and showcases seldom-seen-before illustrations.”—John A. Lent, founder, publisher, and editor in chief of International Journal of Comic Art