Often called the godfather of animation, Miyazaki is the co-founder of Studio Ghibli. From Japanese folklore and childhood memories to European architecture, classic cinema and political commentary, this book reveals how Hayao Miyazaki's deeply personal vision created layered worlds that feel both fantastical and grounded in truth. With insight into his process, visual language and recurring themes - including nature, flight, girlhood, resistance and renewal - this is a celebration of creative freedom and the enduring power of animation.