The Cambridge Companion to the American Graphic Novel

The Cambridge Companion to the American Graphic Novel explores the significant impact of graphic novels in reflecting American society and shaping the American imagination. It reviews the historical development of subgenres and how they have portrayed diverse communities, challenging traditional notions of America.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 300 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The Cambridge Companion to the American Graphic Novel delves into the profound impact of graphic novels in capturing the essence of American society and shaping the American imagination. Through a comprehensive examination of key examples, this volume explores the historical evolution of various subgenres within the graphic novel tradition, shedding light on how graphic novelists have crafted diverse and nuanced narratives that represent the experiences of African American, Asian American, Jewish, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ communities. By engaging with the American graphic novel, readers embark on a thought-provoking exploration of how these works have transformed the perception of America, moving beyond the traditional confines of action or superhero comics to present fresh, intimate, and revealing accounts of historical change and personal experiences. This companion guide also serves as a valuable resource for readers seeking to navigate the complex terrain of theoretical text-image scholarship, providing insights into the meanings and boundaries between graphic novels, comics, newspaper strips, caricature, literature, and art.

Weight: 504g
Dimension: 152 x 229 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781009379359