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In "Breakdowns," Art Spiegelman traces how comic art shaped his life and creative voice. Returning to his early obsession with comics, he reflects on how his parents’ memories of Auschwitz influenced his journey toward adulthood. The volume includes a facsimile edition of Spiegelman's 1970s comics, offering readers a firsthand look at the evolution of his artistic style.
First publish date: 1977
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Memoir
Authors: Art Spiegelman
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