Anime’s influence can be found in every corner of American media, from film and television to games and graphic arts. And Fred Patten is largely responsible. He was reading manga and watching anime before most of the current generation of fans was born. In fact, it was his active participation in fan clubs and his prolific magazine writing that helped create a market and build American anime fandom into the vibrant community it is today. Watching Anime, Reading Manga gathers together a quarter-century of Patten’s lucid observations on the business of anime, fandom, artists, Japanese society and the most influential titles. Illustrated with original fanzine covers and archival photos. Foreword by Carl Macek (Robotech). Fred Patten lives in Los Angeles. "Watching Anime, Reading Manga is a worthwhile addition to your library; it makes good bathroom browsing, cover-to-cover reading, and a worthwhile reference for writing or researching anime and manga, not to mention a window into the history of fandom in the United States." -- SF Site

Italian cinema is internationally well-known for the ground-breaking experience of Neo-Realism, comedy "Italian-Style," Spaghetti Westerns, and the horror movies of the seventies. However, what is rather unfamiliar to wider audiences is Italian cinema's crucial and enduring affair with literature. In fact, since the very beginning, literature has deeply influenced how Italian cinema has defined itself and grown. This book provides an empirical approach to this complex and fruitful relationship. The aim is to present discussions dealing with significant Italian film adaptations from literary materials which greatly exemplify the variety of styles, view-points, and attitudes produced by such an alliance, throughout the different periods. Among the adaptations discussed, are those that have followed trends and critical debates, making them, at times, rather problematic.

With Watch Me Read and Draw: On the Farm, kids can read a story and learn to draw 11 animals and objects from the farm, and then complete the tale with stickers! What’s better than reading and drawing? Doing them together, in the same book! The Watch Me Read and Draw book series is special because it blends two things together that kids love: reading and drawing! It’s easy and fun to learn to draw, especially when there’s a story to read and lots of stickers. In Watch Me Read and Draw: On the Farm, a city mouse named Flynn visits his country-mouse cousin to discover everything that happens on a farm each morning. Throughout the story, readers will learn to draw a farm full of friendly animals, step by step. The step-by-step projects in this book will help young artists learn to draw a mouse, baby birds, a cow, a sheep, an owl, a pony, a cat, a pig, and a chicken, as well as a tractor and a barn! Each page features easy-to-follow instructions for drawing all of the characters from the story, one step at a time. Basic shapes that kids will recognize make it easy to follow along and learn how to draw. The flip-out drawing pad also offers drawing prompts and simple shapes for a jump-start, making it enjoyable and fun to draw favorite farm animals. Plus, there’s a whole bunch of colorful stickers inside to reward them as they complete the story along the way, and a farm scene at the end to make their very own! It’s the perfect starter drawing book for kids who love to read and draw.

In the past, sport, particularly football, has been defined as a male domain. Women’s interest stereotypically ranges from gentle tolerance to active resistance. But increasingly, women are proudly identifying themselves as supporters of their teams, and have become highly desirable audiences for sport organizations and merchandisers. Football provides a unique site at which to examine the complex interplay between three theoretical areas: identity formation and maintenance, commercialization of cultural practices, and gender hegemony. This book explores how women experience their fandom, and what barriers exist for the female fan.

In this six-session video study (video streaming code included) bestselling author Dan Kimball guides you step-by-step through making sense of the most misunderstood, difficult, and disturbing Bible passages. This study guide has everything you need for a full Bible study experience, including: The study guide itself—with discussion and reflection questions, video notes, and a leader's guide. An individual access code to stream all six video sessions online (you don't need to buy a DVD!). For centuries, the Bible was called "the Good Book," a moral and religious text that guides us into a relationship with God and shows us the right way to live. Today, however, some people argue the Bible is outdated and harmful, with many Christians unaware of some of the odd and disturbing things the Bible says or how to understand them. Whether you're a Christian, a doubter, or someone exploring the Bible for the first time, Dan Kimball is your guide to understanding and contextualizing passages in Scripture that seem backward on topics related to women, science, violence, slavery, and world religions. Filled with stories, visual illustrations, and memes reflecting popular cultural objections, How (Not) to Read the Bible is a lifeline for individuals who are confused or discouraged with questions about the Bible. Sessions include: Never Read a Bible Verse Stranger Things Boys' Club Christianity Jesus Riding a Dinosaur My God Can Beat Up Your God Rated NC-17 This study can be done in youth groups, single's groups, small groups, Sunday classes, and by individuals. Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2027. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.

Learn how to draw the Bible story Noah’s Ark! Just follow the simple steps on each page to draw all of the characters in the story, one step at a time. There’s a flip-out drawing pad with prompts, too, and plenty of stickers to help complete the story! It’s easy and fun to learn to draw, especially when there’s a Bible story to read and lots of stickers. In Watch Me Read and Draw: Noah’s Ark, kids will read about Noah, how he built an ark for God, and gathered two of every animal to save them from a great flood. Throughout the story, readers will learn to draw 11 characters from this Bible story, step by step, including Noah, the ark, and some of the animals. Included are drawing instructions for a mouse, a giraffe, a sloth, a squirrel, a whale, a lion, a dove, a zebra, and more! Each page features easy-to-follow instructions so young artists can draw the Noah’s Ark story, one step at a time. Basic shapes that kids will recognize make it easy to follow along and learn how to draw. The flip-out drawing pad also offers drawing prompts and simple shapes for a jump-start, making it enjoyable and fun to draw. Plus, there’s a whole bunch of colorful stickers inside to reward them as they complete the story, and a scene at the end to make their very own! Watch Me Read and Draw: Noah’s Ark is the perfect starter drawing book for kids who love to read and draw.

Watch Me Read and Draw: The Nativity is a step-by-step drawing and story book that teaches kids how to draw 11 characters from the Nativity while also telling an engaging Bible story. What’s better than reading and drawing? Doing them together, in the same book! The Watch Me Read and Draw book series is special because it blends two things together that kids love: reading and drawing! It’s easy and fun to learn to draw, especially when there’s a Bible story to read and lots of stickers. In Watch Me Read and Draw: The Nativity, kids will read about the birth of Jesus. Throughout the story, readers will learn to draw 11 characters from the Nativity, including the baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph, an angel, the Three Wise Men, and some animals too! Just follow the simple steps on each page to draw all of the characters in the story, one step at a time. There’s a flip-out drawing pad with prompts, too, and plenty of stickers to help complete the story! Each page features easy-to-follow instructions so you can draw all of the characters from the Nativity story, one step at a time. Basic shapes make it easy for budding young artists to follow along as they learn how to draw. The flip-out drawing pad also offers drawing prompts with simple shapes for a jump-start, making it enjoyable and fun for kids to draw the story of Christmas. Plus, there’s a whole bunch of colorful stickers inside to reward them as they complete the story along the way, and a scene at the end to make their very own! It’s the perfect starter drawing book for kids who love to read and draw.

Watch Me Read and Draw: Ocean Friends is a step-by-step drawing and story book that teaches kids how to draw 11 different friends from the sea with simple steps and a fun, engaging story. The Watch Me Read and Draw book series is special because it blends two things together that kids love: reading and drawing! It’s easy and fun to learn to draw, especially when there’s a story to read and lots of stickers. In Watch Me Read and Draw: Ocean Friends, kids will follow along with the adorable story of Alana the Mermaid while they learn to draw all the characters in the book, one step at a time. Included are drawing instructions for a dolphin, a seahorse, an angelfish, a crab, a whale, a sea lion, a stingray, a jellyfish, a shark, an octopus, and Alana herself! With a fun story to read, 11 step-by-step drawing lessons, a flip-out drawing pad with guidelines, stickers to complete each scene, and an ocean scene at the end to make their very own, kids will love Watch Me Read and Draw: Ocean Friends. The basic shapes that budding young artists will recognize make it easy to learn how to draw. The flip-out drawing pad provides drawing prompts for a jump-start. And the treasure trove of stickers inside offers a reward for reading each page. This is the perfect starter drawing book for kids who love to read and draw!

This step-by-step drawing and story book teaches children to draw their favorite animals from the zoo with simple steps and a fun, engaging story.