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Comics (& Graphic Novels)

This guide highlights comics (and graphic novels) in the E. Allen Gordon Library collection.

Graphic Novel & Related Books

Lore Olympus is a romantic drama written and illustrated by Rachel Smythe. It is a modernized retelling of the Taking of Persephone, where Persephone, the Goddess of Spring, is invited to live in the glitz and glamor of Olympus. Things get complicated, however, when Hades, the CEO of Underworld Corp, unexpectedly takes notice of her.

We currently have Volume 1 of this comic (6+ total). 

Lore Olympus depicts the classical myth, "The Taking of Persephone", with a more modernized take on its setting and female characters. In this book, Natalie Haynes examines some other popular Greek stories, questioning why so many of their female characters are overlooked or demonized.

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Lore Olympus was first published through Webtoon, before receiving several physical volumes. In this trailer, the general premise and themes of the story are depicted though simple animation, showcasing the series' unique sense of style. While it already looks great online, nothing beats having the physical print in your hands.

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Websites & Articles

WEBTOON is an online platform dedicated to hosting "webtoons", a unique kind of digital comics that originated in South Korea. These webtoons are optimized for viewing on smart phones, with most "episodes" taking the form of a long, vertical strip. The platform itself has a wide range of content, free or paid, just be mindful of any content advisories.

TvTropes is a wiki dedicated to cataloging "tropes" (or "reoccurring story elements") as they appear in various forms of media. It allows users to read summaries of each trope, compare and contrast them with similar tropes, and even seen which tropes the community has identify within specific works or franchises.

Wikipedia is an online encyclopedia that covers a wide range of subjects, from sciences like biology or physics, to works that are significant in pop-culture. While it can offer a decent overview of a particular work or subject, when using it for academic purposes, be sure to review any cited sources to make sure that it is accurate and up-to-date.