Topic 6 Post 1
Discuss some of the similarities and differences between various forms of illustrated
works (i.e., graphic novels, picture books, comics, manga). Should one type be
valued over another? Why or why not?
These forms of media are incredibly similar. Comics and manga are essentially the same thing, though
mainstream manga tends to have more variety as to genre. Both mediums are fully illustrated stories
that convey scenes, emotions, or imagery with picture exclusively. Graphic novels and picture book
tend to have more written description than comics or manga, but still use pictures to convey ideas
and themes.
One type should not be valued over another. Each type uses pictures to an extent to demonstrate to a
reader the theme, setting, or emotion of a story.
Topic 6 Post 2
Many classics including The Odyssey, Frankenstein, and Fahrenheit 451 have been turned
into notable graphic novels. What work of literature that you read in junior or senior
high school could you make the case for being turned into a graphic novel? What
about the book is suited to the graphic novel format?
The Odyssey, Frankenstein, and Fahrenheit 451 are all books which deal heavily in the use of setting
and worldbuilding. I think The Hobbit, or any Lord of the Rings book, would make a good graphic novel.
The world is not only generally considered immersive but often believed to be a parent of modern
medieval high fantasy. Similarly, the Game of Thrones series would make a good series of graphic
novels (when it’s finished).
Discuss some of the similarities and differences between various forms of illustrated
works (i.e., graphic novels, picture books, comics, manga). Should one type be
valued over another? Why or why not?
These forms of media are incredibly similar. Comics and manga are essentially the same thing, though
mainstream manga tends to have more variety as to genre. Both mediums are fully illustrated stories
that convey scenes, emotions, or imagery with picture exclusively. Graphic novels and picture book
tend to have more written description than comics or manga, but still use pictures to convey ideas
and themes.
One type should not be valued over another. Each type uses pictures to an extent to demonstrate to a
reader the theme, setting, or emotion of a story.
Topic 6 Post 2
Many classics including The Odyssey, Frankenstein, and Fahrenheit 451 have been turned
into notable graphic novels. What work of literature that you read in junior or senior
high school could you make the case for being turned into a graphic novel? What
about the book is suited to the graphic novel format?
The Odyssey, Frankenstein, and Fahrenheit 451 are all books which deal heavily in the use of setting
and worldbuilding. I think The Hobbit, or any Lord of the Rings book, would make a good graphic novel.
The world is not only generally considered immersive but often believed to be a parent of modern
medieval high fantasy. Similarly, the Game of Thrones series would make a good series of graphic
novels (when it’s finished).
