In this course, we’ll first consider how comic books are produced—written and drawn—and discuss comics form, focusing on such issues as realistic vs. cartoony representation, the cognitive “leap” a reader makes between panels, and the comic book page as graphic map. Then we’ll survey the history of American comics, with a unit on superhero comics (featuring work by such major figures as Jack Kirby and Alan Moore) and another unit on the underground, alternative, and self-produced comics made possible by new audiences and avenues of production and distribution.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00-3:15 pm; in person
Dr. Craig Fischer
English 2180: Introduction to Comics and Graphic Novels - Fischer (Spring 2023) flyer
