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War and Revolution in Comics: An Artistic Lens on Conflict and Change
This article explores how comics have vividly depicted war and revolution. From superhero tales reflecting World War II sentiments, like Captain America, to profound anti-war narratives like "Maus", comics offer diverse perspectives on conflict. Works like "V for Vendetta" delve into revolutionary themes, while "Persepolis" intertwines personal stories with political events, showcasing comics' power to reflect and dissect the complexities of war and societal upheavals.
We gained some great insights from our subscribers
We launched a short survey to get to know our collector community and better understand their comic book preferences. Below, we’ll delve into the insights gathered from each question.
CGC's Purple Label: The Dealer of Death or Simply Misunderstood?
Certain colors evoke predictable behavior in animals. Red enrages bulls. Blue calms dogs. And, purple terrifies a special sub-species of human beings: Homo sapien Comic Book Collecticus.
A Brief Guide to Comic Book Art Styles: Unveiling the Visual Tapestry of Graphic Storytelling
The world of comic books is a vast and varied landscape of creative expression where visual storytelling takes centre stage. Comic book art styles are incredibly diverse and have evolved over time, giving birth to countless sub-genres and distinctive aesthetics.
The Art and Craft of Comics: Unveiling the Creative Alchemy Behind Comic Book Creation
Comics have been a source of entertainment and inspiration for many people over the years. The combination of stunning visual art and captivating storytelling has made them a unique and dynamic form of literature.
The CGC Census and GPA recorded sales
CGC opened to the public and began grading comic books on January 1, 2000. The first five years of CGC grading resulted in just over a half million (518,030) graded comic books on the CGC Census by the end of 2004.
The Fusion of Science and Imagination: Exploring the Marvels of Science in Comics
Comics have always been an outlet for creative expression, where reality is stretched, and imagination knows no limits. Although usually associated with superheroes and fantastical adventures, they also serve as a medium for celebrating and exploring science.
Canadian Price Variants (CPVs) and GPAnalysis.com Recorded Sales
GPAnalysis.com (GPA) records the sales of CGC graded comic books from a number of online venues, resulting in a database which combines most of the CGC sales which may be documented.
