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Cosplay: A History Andrew Liptak New York: Saga Press, 2022. Foreword, introduction, acknowledgments. 368 pp. $24.99, paper. ISBN: 9781534455825
Andrew Liptaks Cosplay: A History discusses the development, creativity, and playfulness of fan costumes. In recent years, cosplay (the dress-up and reenactment of fictional characters) has become more popular at conventions and social media. By now, it is a well-known practice within fan cultures and also known by outsiders. Liptaks book explores the history of these cultures in detail. Through its many examples and cases, it paints a lively picture of these cultures, as well as their participants and their passion for costuming. The book provides insider views as well, drawing from Andrew Liptaks experience as a journalist, historian, and member of the costuming organization of Star Wars The 501st Legion.
Cosplay: A History discusses the long history of cosplay and cosplaying, including such traditions as Halloween. Cosplays development happened alongside the growing popularity...