5. **How do publishing practices and reader demographics for European comics differ from those in other regions like North America and Asia, particularly regarding print and digital formats, seria...
4. **What role has Tintin, created by Hergé, played in the development of European comics, and how has this series influenced the perception of the medium in Europe and beyond?
3. **How have Franco-Belgian comics addressed historical and political themes, and can you provide examples of specific series or albums that explore these issues?
2. **Who are some of the most influential creators in the history of Franco-Belgian comics, and what impact have their works had on the genre and international comic cultures?
**What distinguishes Franco-Belgian comics, also known as "bande dessinée," from American comic books and Japanese manga in terms of style, themes, and format?
