Manga and anime are two art forms that come from Japan. One is print, and the other is animated. Their genres span from action-packed shonen adventures to heartfelt shojo relationships. Introduction to Anime and Manga: From Magical Girls to Pirate Kings delves into the rich history of manga and anime, from their early beginnings as ukiyo-e woodblock prints and silent films to their modern-day, global popularity as weekly serialized manga and blockbuster anime successes.