Graphic Novels

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Harris, Ashley Rae, Author.

Series:

Hot Topics in Media

Hot Topics in Media Graphic Novels

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Graphic novels--History and criticism--Juvenile literature.

Graphic novels.

Comic books, strips, etc--History and criticism--Juvenile literature.

Comic books, strips, etc.

Prohibited books--Juvenile literature.

Prohibited books.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (50 pages)

Place of Publication:

[Place of publication not identified] ABDO Publishing Company 2013

Language Note:

English

Summary:

Graphic Novels provides a balanced look at a hot-button topic. Explore the history of graphic novels through such works as Art Spiegelman's Maus, Alan Moore's Watchmen, and Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns. Learn about the importance of comic books politically and socially throughout the 20th century, as well as the introduction of manga and the changing role of these artistic works in the classroom. Full-color photos, a glossary, an index, sidebars, primary source documents, and other creative content enhance the book. It also includes prompts and activities that directly engage students in developing the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills required by the Common Core standards. This well-researched title has a credentialed content consultant and aligns with Common Core and state standards. Core Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Contents:

Cover

Credits Page

CONTENTS

1: From Comic Books to Graphic Novels

2: How Comic Books Began

3: Comic Books under Fire

4: A Fresh Start

5: Graphic Novels in School

IMPORTANT DATES

STOP AND THINK

GLOSSARY

LEARN MORE

INDEX

ABOUT THE AUTHOR.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

1-61480-824-4

OCLC:

913787872