Even a Monkey Can Draw Manga

Even a Monkey Can Draw Manga

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サルでも描けるまんが教室

Even a Monkey Can Draw Manga presents itself as an instructional guide for aspiring manga artists, promising to reveal all the secrets of the trade. However, it quickly becomes clear this is a satirical parody of the countless 'how to draw manga' manuals that were popular at the time.

The book humorously deconstructs the clichés and commercial realities behind creating manga, from the basics of using a pen to the more cynical aspects of licensing, merchandising, and pursuing fame. It follows the absurd premise that even someone with no talent whatsoever can achieve wild success and potency through a series of exaggerated and ridiculous lessons.

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