4. **How have African comic book traditions evolved over the decades, and what are some contemporary themes explored in African comics that address local cultures and issues?
5. **What role do independent and underground comic book movements in North America play in diversifying the narratives and artistic styles in the comic book industry?
These questions explore different international and indie comic traditions, highlighting their unique characteristics and contributions to the broader comic landscape.?
**How does the storytelling and artistic style in European comics, such as Franco-Belgian bandes dessinées, differ from those typically found in American comics?
2. **What are some notable themes and characters in Japanese manga that distinguish it from Western comic book traditions, and how do these reflect cultural differences?
5. **What role do indigenous cultures and folklore play in the comic book traditions of countries such as India or the Philippines, and how are these narratives integrated into contemporary comics?