System of Comics
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With us today is Thierry Groensteen, one of the leading French-speaking comics researchers and theorists, whose work has profound influence beyond that field. According to the English translators of System of Comics, Thierry Groensteen “is not only the most prolific scholar on the subject of comics, he is indisputably one of the best. ” The System of Comics is his chef d’oeuvre, his masterpiece, reaching even broader audience in the anglophone world and inspiring new investigations into the field of comics. Recommended Reading: Tierry Groensteen, System of Comics (1999) — Comics and Narration (2013) — La bande dessinée et le temp (2020) Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
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