Andrew Liptak

Cosplay: A History (eBook, ePUB)

The Builders, Fans, and Makers Who Bring Your Favorite Stories to Life

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

A history of the colorful and complex kingdom of cosplay and fandom fashion by Andrew Liptak, journalist, historian, and member of the legendary fan-based Star Wars organization the 501st Legion. In recent years, cosplaythe practice of dressing up in costume as a characterhas exploded, becoming a mainstream cultural phenomenon. But what are the circumstances that made its rise possible? Andrew Liptaka member of the legendary 501st Legion, an international fan-based organization dedicated to the dark side of Star Warsdelves into the origins and culture of cosplay to answer this question. Cosplay: A History looks at the practice's ever-growing fandom and conventions, its roots in 15th-century costuming, the relationship between franchises and the cosplayers they inspire, and the technology that brings even the most intricate details in these costumes to life. Cosplay veterans and newcomers alike will find much to relish in this rich and comprehensive history.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Simon + Schuster LLC
• Seitenzahl: 368
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. Juni 2022
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781534455849
• Artikelnr.: 62774796

Autorenporträt

Andrew Liptak; Foreword by Adam Savage