Ascendance of a Bookworm: The path to becoming a librarian, by any means necessary

Review and details of "Ascendance of a Bookworm: I'll Do Anything to Become a Librarian"

overview

Ascendance of a Bookworm: I'll Do Anything to Become a Librarian is a TV anime series based on the novel by Miya Kazuki. It aired on WOWOW and AT-X from October 3 to December 26, 2019. It consists of 14 episodes, each 30 minutes long. Animation was produced by Asiado and the series was directed by Mitsuru Hongo.

story

The protagonist of this work is Honda Eri, a high school student in modern Japan. She loves books, and is especially obsessed with fantasy novels. However, one day she is suddenly involved in a traffic accident and is reincarnated into another world. She is reincarnated into a world reminiscent of medieval Europe, where books are valuable and unavailable to ordinary people. In this world, Eri lives under the name Myne, and struggles to achieve her dream of becoming a librarian.

Although Myne is confused about life in a different world, she uses her knowledge to develop tools and techniques for making books. Her actions influence the people around her, and she gradually gains more allies. The story unfolds through Myne's efforts to become a librarian and her interactions with the people around her.

character

Myne (Eri Honda)

The protagonist. A girl who was reincarnated into another world from a modern Japanese high school student. She loves books and aims to become a librarian. She often surprises those around her with her knowledge and ability to act.

Lutz

Childhood friend of Maine. He helps Maine with her book-making and they grow together. Although he is often at the mercy of Maine's actions, he is an important presence who supports her.

Benno

Merchant. He discovers Myne's talent and helps her create books. He has a good business sense and contributes to Myne's success.

Gill

A boy from an orphanage. He grows up under Myne's influence and becomes her friend. Inspired by Myne's actions, he is inspired to reexamine his own future.

Frida

A daughter of an aristocrat. She meets Meine and becomes interested in her book-making. Through her interactions with Meine, she begins to reexamine her own values.

Animation and performance

The animation of this work is characterized by the careful drawing by Asiado. In particular, the scene where Myne works on making the book is depicted with great attention to detail. In addition, the scenery and lifestyle of the other world are realistically reproduced, which has the power to draw the viewer into the world of the story.

In terms of production, the story carefully depicts Myne's growth and her interactions with the people around her, making it easy for viewers to empathize with her. In particular, there are many moving scenes in which Myne faces difficulties and in which her bonds with her friends deepen.

music

The music in this work is an important element in enhancing the atmosphere of the other world. The opening theme, "Song of Awakening," is a powerful song that expresses Myne's determination and hope, inspiring the viewers' hearts. The ending theme, "The World of Books," is a song that gently embraces the gap between Myne's dreams and reality, leaving viewers with a lingering sense of the story. The background music also skillfully expresses the scenery of the other world and the feelings of the characters, helping to liven up the story.

Evaluation and Impressions

"Ascendance of a Bookworm: I'll Do Anything to Become a Librarian" is a very unique work about reincarnation in another world. The protagonist Myne's efforts to create books move and evoke empathy in the viewers. Another part of the appeal is the human drama depicted through her interactions with the people around her. The animation and music have also been highly praised, making it a work of high quality overall.

This is a work that is especially recommended for book lovers and those who like fantasy stories set in another world. Myne's ability to take action and the way she solves problems using her knowledge give viewers many insights. Also, the process of Myne's bonds with the people around her deepens is a heartwarming story to enjoy.

Recommended points

• Recommended for book lovers and those who like fantasy stories set in another world
• The appeal is in the way the protagonist solves problems by utilizing his initiative and knowledge.
• A moving story told through human drama
• Carefully crafted animation and performance
• Music that creates an otherworldly atmosphere

Related information

original work

Miya Kazuki

director

Mitsuru Hongo

Animation Production

Asia Hall

Publications

© Miya Kazuki, TO Books / Ascendance of a Bookworm Production Committee

Broadcast information

Public Media

TV anime series

Original Media

novel

Broadcast period

October 3, 2019 - December 26, 2019
0:30～

Broadcasting Station

WOWOW, AT-X

Fraction

half an hour

Number of Episodes

Episode 14

Detailed storyline

Immediately after being reincarnated into another world, Myne was physically weak and even going outside was difficult. However, she did not abandon her passion for making books, and with Lutz's help, she searched for ways to manufacture paper and ink. At first, she failed repeatedly, but gradually she began to have success and began to attract the attention of those around her.

Myne's bookmaking catches the eye of the merchant Benno, who supports her. By combining Benno's business sense with Myne's knowledge, her bookmaking progresses even further. Myne also meets Gil, who grew up in an orphanage, and Frida, the daughter of a nobleman, and grows through her interactions with them.

In the second half of the story, Myne's bookmaking begins to have a major impact on society. Her actions become a topic of conversation among nobles and merchants, and she faces various problems. However, Myne overcomes these difficulties with the help of her friends, and gets closer to her dream of becoming a librarian.

Character Development

Myne grows a lot as the story progresses. At first, she is physically weak and dependent on those around her, but she gradually gains independence and begins to solve problems on her own. Her leadership and communication skills also improve through her interactions with the people around her.

Lutz also grows greatly under Myne's influence. At first, he is often at the mercy of Myne's actions, but he gradually becomes an important presence in supporting her dreams. Benno, Gil, and Frida also reexamine their own values ​​and grow as a person through their encounters with Myne.

Social impact

Myne's bookmaking has a huge impact on society in the other world. The paper and ink she developed are traded as valuable resources, bringing about major changes to the economy. Myne's actions also become a topic of conversation among nobles and merchants, influencing the values ​​and culture of society.

The scene where Myne provides an education to children at an orphanage is particularly touching. Her actions give hope to those at the bottom of society and have a profound impact on the education of the next generation.

Viewers' reactions

This series has been highly praised by viewers. In particular, Myne's ability to take action and the way she uses her knowledge to solve problems have touched many viewers. The moving storyline, which is told through human drama, has also captured the hearts of viewers.

The animation and music were also highly praised, and were praised for their ability to draw the viewer into the world of the story. In particular, the scenes in which Myne works on making a book and in which her bonds with her friends deepened left a strong impression on viewers.

Related Titles

The film is based on a novel series written by Miya Kazuki, which has also been highly praised. A sequel to the original novel has also been published, allowing fans to enjoy further adventures for Myne.

Other recommended works that are also about reincarnation in another world include "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" and "Isekai Quartet." These works also depict adventures and human dramas in another world, and fans of this work will enjoy them.

summary

"Ascendance of a Bookworm: I'll Do Anything to Become a Librarian" is a very unique work about reincarnation in another world. The protagonist Myne's efforts to create books move and evoke empathy in the viewers. Another part of the appeal is the human drama depicted through her interactions with the people around her. The animation and music have also been highly praised, making it a work of high quality overall.

This is a work that is especially recommended for book lovers and those who like fantasy stories set in another world. The way Myne solves problems by utilizing her drive and knowledge gives many insights to the viewer. Also, the process of Myne's deepening bond with the people around her is a heartwarming story to enjoy. Please give it a watch.