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Chasing Dragons: an Introduction To the Martial art Film
[Paperback - 2006]
david west
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Publisher: I.b.tauris Uk | ISBN: 9781850439820 | Pages: 272
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From post-World War Two Japan, to contemporary Hong Kong, the martial arts film remains one of cinema's most enduring and popular genres. 'Chasing Dragons' traces the form's origins and shows how the genre has adapted to changing social and political climates to satisfy the demands of an increasingly international audience.

About the Author

David West is a graphic designer, illustrator and author of children s information books. He has produced over 500 titles on subjects ranging from dinosaurs and mythology to technology and science. Some of his best known titles include Brain Surgery for Beginners, Fifty Three and a Half Things that Changed the World and Dinosaurs in My Street.

David went to art school in Kingston-upon-Thames and Harrow, where he specialised in information graphics. He lives in south west London with his wife, two sons, a cat and a goldfish who s over 14 years old.

When he s not illustrating, writing and designing he can be found fishing for salmon in Scottish rivers or painting portraits for fun.

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