If you love Studio Ghibli as much as we do come check out our mini display. We have books about Studio Ghibli, books that inspired the movies, and books in a similar mood to the films. Why do we love the Studio Ghibli films so much? Besides the kawaii aesthetic and nostalgic feel, the films address some serious issues like the effects of war, humans' impact on the environment, and growing up. Though these are universal themes, you can also view these films as a way to learn more about Japanese culture as they draw on folk tales, history, and religion.
Along with the books you can check out, we also have a limited number of Studio Ghibli buttons and stickers.
Here are a few of the books that inspired the movies:
Howl's Moving Castle by
Call Number: PZ7.J684 H843 2008
Publication Date: 2008
How Do You Live? by
Call Number: PZ7.1.Y7 How 2021
Publication Date: 2021
This Japanese classic inspired the Boy and the Heron.
A Wizard of Earthsea by
Call Number: PZ7.L5214 Wi 2012
Publication Date: 2012
The Cake Tree in the Ruins by
Call Number: PL857.O8 A2 2018
Publication Date: 2018
A short story form this collection inspired Grave of the Fireflies.
