How has the international popularity of manga influenced Western comic book industries, and can you identify any notable Western comic artists or writers who have been inspired by manga?
**How do manga (Japanese comics) differ in themes and storytelling techniques compared to Western comic books, and what cultural influences shape these differences?
2. **What are the defining characteristics of European comics, such as Franco-Belgian bandes dessinées, and how have they contributed to the global comic book landscape?
3. **In what ways do Latin American comic book traditions reflect the region's unique social and political histories, and who are some key figures in this tradition?
4. **How have indigenous cultures around the world incorporated traditional storytelling methods into modern comic books, and what impact has this had on preserving cultural heritage?
5. **What role do digital formats play in the evolution of comic book traditions in countries with emerging comic industries, and how are these formats reshaping distribution and access?
