Female Cartoonists in the United States: Bad Girls and Invisible Women

This book explores the work of over thirty authors who challenge the boys club of comics in the US, offering a revealing light on contemporary society through counter-cultural ripostes, confessions, deconstruction of femininity, and stories of vulnerability. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars in Comics Studies, Literature, and Women and Gender Studies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 242 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the diverse and groundbreaking work of over thirty authors who have boldly challenged the traditional boys' club of comics in the United States. Through a series of captivating counter-cultural responses to the patriarchy, raw and humorous confessions, deconstruction of femininity, poignant stories of vulnerability, and the representation of non-white and queer cartoonists, these authors have shed a revealing light on contemporary society. Their innovative approaches have pushed the boundaries of the comic medium, offering powerful counterpoints to the dominant superhero narratives of mainstream comics. This book serves as a vital resource for students and scholars interested in Comics Studies, Literature, and Women and Gender Studies, providing a comprehensive exploration of the ways in which comics have shaped and reflected our cultural landscape.

This captivating book delves into the diverse and groundbreaking work of over thirty authors who have boldly challenged the traditional boys' club of comics in the United States. Through a series of captivating counter-cultural responses to the patriarchy, raw and humorous confessions, deconstruction of femininity, poignant stories of vulnerability, and the representation of non-white and queer cartoonists, these authors have shed a revealing light on contemporary society. Their innovative approaches have pushed the boundaries of the comic medium, offering powerful counterpoints to the dominant superhero narratives of mainstream comics. This book serves as a vital resource for students and scholars interested in Comics Studies, Literature, and Women and Gender Studies, providing a comprehensive exploration of the ways in which comics have shaped and reflected our cultural landscape.

Weight: 470g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032133621