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Liptak, Andrew.
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Cosplay -- History.
Costume -- History.
Fans (Persons)
Role playing -- Social aspects.
Cosplay.
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Liptak, Andrew.
Cosplay -- History.
Costume -- History.
Fans (Persons)
Role playing -- Social aspects.
Cosplay.
MARC Display
Cosplay
: a
history
/ Andrew Liptak ; foreword by Adam Savage.
by
Liptak, Andrew.
Saga Press, 2022.
Call #:
792.026 L767c
Subjects
Cosplay
--
History
.
Costume
--
History
.
Fans (Persons)
Role playing
--
Social aspects.
Cosplay
.
ISBN:
9781534455825 (pbk)
Edition:
1st Saga Press trade paperback ed.
Description:
xvi, 352 p. : ill. (some color) ; 24 cm.
Notes:
"The builders, fans, and makers who bring your favorite stories to life"--T.p. verso.
Bibliography:
Includes bibliographical references.
Summary:
"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,
cosplay
--
the practice of dressing up in costume as a character
--
has exploded, becoming a mainstream cultural phenomenon. But what are the circumstances that made its rise possible? Andrew Liptak
--
a member of the legendary 501st Legion, an international fan-based organization dedicated to the dark side of Star Wars
--
delves 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
."--Publisher.
Other authors:
Savage, Adam.
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