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Focusing on the evolution and significance of political cartooning across Asia, this comprehensive study by John A. Lent delves into the art form's historical and contemporary landscape in various regions. Through extensive interviews and analysis, it highlights the challenges faced by cartoonists, such as censorship and dwindling publishing opportunities, while showcasing their resilience and creativity in conveying satire and critique. Richly illustrated, the work not only surveys the political and social influences on cartoons but also emphasizes the importance of freedom in artistic expression across twenty-two countries and territories.
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Asian Political Cartoons, John A. Lent
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- Asian Political Cartoons
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John A. Lent
- Publisher
- University Press of Mississippi
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 316
- ISBN13
- 9781496842534
- Category
- About Literature, Comic books
- Description
- Focusing on the evolution and significance of political cartooning across Asia, this comprehensive study by John A. Lent delves into the art form's historical and contemporary landscape in various regions. Through extensive interviews and analysis, it highlights the challenges faced by cartoonists, such as censorship and dwindling publishing opportunities, while showcasing their resilience and creativity in conveying satire and critique. Richly illustrated, the work not only surveys the political and social influences on cartoons but also emphasizes the importance of freedom in artistic expression across twenty-two countries and territories.