Many writers may respond that tale ideas can originate from any place when questioned. This is particularly true for a genre as broad as anime, which draws inspiration from anything from video games and manga to novels and even toys. Similar to Hollywood movies, anime has frequently been influenced by classic literature. So here is a list of anime-inspired by classic literature.
A series can pay respect to classic works without directly adapting them. Many anime also makes references to English and European canon, even if there are undoubtedly many references to Japanese classics in shows that some people fail to recognize. The nods vary in intensity depending on the adaptation. But they all serve to reinforce the timeless appeal of these works of literature.
Castlevania and Hellsing:
An acknowledgment that the major characters in Hellsing and Castlevania were independently named Alucard, which is Dracula spelled backward, sounds a little stupid.
However, fans have been drawn to both Alucards for many years. Vampire stories
continue to be common in anime, much like in movies and live-action television.
In all honesty, the list of everything else in the world that was also inspired by Dracula dwarfs the number of anime that were directly influenced by the novel.
The most prolific horror genre in history was largely created by Bram Stoker, and there aren’t many indications that the bloodsucking will slow down any time soon.
Moriarty the Patriot:
It is impossible to estimate how many properties have been influenced by Sherlock Holmes. All of the original stories have been made available to the public, this trend is only likely to continue. Therefore, the voice of Moriarty the Patriot rather than its inspiration is what makes it appealing.
It’s a creative move, though not unheard of. To use this book as a prologue to the Sherlock Holmes stories by having James Moriarty. Holmes’s infamous foe serves as both the protagonist and romantic interest. The anime’s social justice-related themes, however, are more poignant.
Magi
Magi is not a loose adaptation of 1001 Nights, and to say otherwise would be misleading. Yes, there are characters with names like Aladdin, Sinbad, and famous heroes Ali Baba. Yes, the plot is set in a fantasy desert with castles and Djinn. Beyond that, though, the show is fundamentally a traditional Shonen.
As Magi continued to air, it attracted a sizable following, particularly as the plot and characters developed in the second season. If this isn’t a direct retelling of 1001 Nights, it’s important to remember that the original story collection was a compilation drawn from a wide range of authors and cultures. You can view it on Animixplay or Netflix.
Snow White with the Red Hair
While many anime have been based on fairy tales, including Ponyo and even Fairy Tail. Only a few have done so in a way that feels as novel as Snow White With The Red Hair does.
Snow or Shirayuki in this case is given a lot more autonomy in the shoujo series than she did in the original recounting, which is very loosely based on the traditional tale.
An herbalist named Shirayuki, who escaped a forced marriage and started working for the royal in a neighboring kingdom, is anything but helpless. Numerous people benefit from her efforts, which also result in one of the most satisfying plot arcs in modern fantasy animation memory.
Fate/ Stay Night:
Without mentioning one of the most well-known franchises in anime history, this list would be incomplete. While the Fate series incorporates fictional and historical characters into its narrative, Saber is based on King Arthur, and the series’ crux is the Holy Grail War. You can even read its manga on mangaowl.
Since the series incorporates its favorite elements of both factual and fictional storytelling from throughout history, all of the Servants are well-known figures from global culture.