5. **How have digital mediums and changing reader demographics affected the production and distribution of European comics, including shifts in themes and formats?
4. **What role do cultural and historical contexts play in European comics, and can you provide examples of works that explore historical events or social issues?
3. **Who are some of the most influential writers and artists in the world of Franco-Belgian comics, and what contributions have they made to the genre?
**What are the defining characteristics of Franco-Belgian comics compared to American and Japanese comics, and how do these differences reflect in storytelling and art style?
What is the impact of independent and underground comics on the mainstream comic book industry, especially in terms of content diversity and artistic styles?
In what ways have modern comics addressed social and political issues, and can you provide examples of specific storylines or series that have done so effectively?
