From Comic Strips to Graphic Novels. The Formal and Functional Development of the Graphic Narrative in America

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This diploma thesis explores the evolution of modern graphic narratives in America, tracing their development from comic strips to graphic novels. It examines how creators expanded the art form's stylistic features and how cultural acceptance has shifted, leading to recognition of comics as sophisticated literature. The analysis follows key historical periods, focusing on changes in format, industry, and cultural criticism.