“The Anime Encyclopedia: A Century of Japanese Animation” by Jonathan Clements and Helen McCarthy (3rd revised ed)

"The Anime Encyclopedia: A Century of Japanese Animation" by Jonathan Clements and Helen McCarthy (3rd revised ed)

"Over one thousand new entries, over four thousand updates, over one million words — this third edition of the landmark reference work has six additional years of information on Japanese animation, its practitioners and products, plus incisive thematic entries on anime history and culture. With credits, links, cross-references, and content advisories for parents and libraries."