The study of comics as fine literature

A class offered at Cal State Long Beach examines the art, history and story of comic strips and graphic novels.

"Show and Tell: From Comics to Graphic Novels," taught by CSULB professors Tim Caron and Nhora Serrano, was featured in a story by education reporter Kevin Butler and is worth a read.

Considering that the class will discuss "Maus," "The Dark Knight Returns" and "Watchmen," it is my hope that doors will open to new readers in this medium we all love -- and criticize.

Maybe for an outing the class should witness and participate in an intense comic store argument discussion.


Image courtesy of The Grand Comic Book Database