Dragon Soul: 30 Years of Dragon Ball Fandom
Derek Padula
- Mangaka
- Derek Padula
- First published
- 2015
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Dragon Soul: 30 Years of Dragon Ball Fandom was released in 2014 to commemorate the thirtieth anniversary of Akira Toriyama's seminal manga series. Author Derek Padula compiled the work as a comprehensive study of the global impact of the franchise, specifically focusing on the personal narratives and cultural influence the series has exerted on its fan base over three decades.
The book distinguishes itself by shifting focus away from the production history of the manga or anime and toward the sociology of its international audience. Padula sought to document the shared experiences of fans, including interviews with voice actors and creators, to illustrate how Dragon Ball transitioned from a Japanese domestic hit into a foundational pillar of global pop culture.
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