Understanding Comics

Understanding Comics delves into the art form's underlying principles—I'm curious what motivated McCloud to write such a comprehensive guide and how his background influenced his approach.

The book made me realize how much thought goes into each panel and line. Has this shifted the way others interpret their favorite comics or graphic novels?

I wonder if this book demystifies comics enough for someone who’s only ever seen them as entertainment, or if it’s more geared toward creators and scholars.