Brigitte Koyama-Richard studies the evolution of Japanese animation through the centuries, retracing its history from painted scrolls to woodblock prints, to animated films, first in black and white, and then in color. A number of prominent artists are showcased, including Tezuka Osamu, the "godfather of anime," and Hayao Miyazaki, founder of the world-renowned Studio Ghibli. Illustrated with over 500 images, many rarely seen in the West, this book bridges the gap between art history and pop culture.

Ash and his friends continue their adventures, this time visiting Maisie Island, Wazoo Island, and the ABC Islands on their way to Mossdeep City and the Hoenn League. Ash is ready to win his eighth badge. Catch the action during the Showdown at Linoone!

Everybody's HUNGRY! Ash and friends do a taste-test at the restaurant of some battling twins, and Caterpie finds some blue candy that causes it to grow bigger than a building! Is the world ready for gigantic Pokemon?

Only a wild Munchlax likes May's Purple Surprise, so it's no surprise when the innocent Munchlax takes the heat for stealing everyone's Pokeblocks!

As the Grand Festival continues, May agrees to train with Harley. But when she follows his advice in battle, it just may put her out of the competition!

Can Pokemon survive in a vacuum? Team Rocket unveils their latest Pokemon-nabbing device, plus Ash faces fire and ice when Charizard battles Articuno at the Battle Factory.

On their way to Fallarbor Town, Ash, Brock and their friends reunite with a pair of old friends: Misty and Togepi!

It's a Pikachu-Switcharoo when Meowth turns Ash's favorite Pokemon into a member of Team Rocket!

Team Magma and Team Aqua are back! Up to no good, it's up to Ash and his friends to make sure that they don't get their hands on a precious meteorite!

Ash gets ready for his toughest test yet - to win a Heat Badge from Flannery, the Lavaridge Gum leader!

When Ash and his friends meet the mysterious Phantom, it's up to them to reveal his identity and keep it a secret! Later, ready to enter her next Pokemon contest, May and Skitty face off against their toughest opponent yet - The Phantom!

After training for a long time, Ash is ready for his rematch against Norman the Petalburg Gym Leader!