2. **What are some unique characteristics of Japanese manga that have contributed to their global popularity, and how do they differ from graphic novels in other regions?
3. **In what ways do Latin American comic traditions, like Argentine or Brazilian comics, reflect the cultural and historical contexts of their countries?
4. **How have indigenous comic book creators used the medium to tell stories and preserve cultural heritage in regions such as Australia, Canada, and New Zealand?
5. **What impact have independent and underground comics from various countries had on the global perception of what comics can express in terms of content, style, and creativity?
2. **How do European comic traditions, such as Franco-Belgian bandes dessinées, differ in their approach to themes and genres compared to their American counterparts?
3. **In what ways have Latin American comics, such as the historietas from Argentina and Mexico, influenced or been influenced by global comic book trends?
5. **What role do political and social commentary play in underground and alternative comics, and how have these traditions evolved over time in different parts of the world?
