4. **What role did the magazine "Spirou" play in the development and popularization of Franco-Belgian comics?
3. **How have social and political themes been explored in European comics, and can you provide examples of works that tackle these themes?
2. **Who are some of the most influential artists and writers in the history of Franco-Belgian comics, and what are their most famous works?
**What are some defining characteristics of Franco-Belgian comics, and how do they differ from American comic book traditions?
How do European comics address and incorporate cultural and historical themes, and how does this differ across countries within Europe?
What role did magazines such as "Spirou" and "Pilote" play in the development and popularization of European comics?
How has the "Tintin" series by Hergé contributed to the global popularity of Franco-Belgian comics?
Who are some of the most influential artists and writers in the Franco-Belgian comic scene, and what are their notable works?
What are the key characteristics that distinguish Franco-Belgian comics, also known as bandes dessinées, from American or Japanese comics?
Who are some of the most influential European comic book artists and writers, and what works are they best known for?
