The texts listed below propose conceptual and historical contexts for the appreciation of comics as literature and art, and are useful starting points for research in the genre. Click on the Finding Books tab above for tips on finding more.
The growing acceptance of comic strips, comic books, and graphic novels as rich areas for academic research has spurred the creation of many specialized print and online resources for literary theorists, cultural historians, and others. This guide aims to assist Cornell University students, faculty, and staff in identifying and accessing books, journals, and electronic materials that treat comics and graphic novels as objects of serious study.
Connected to Olin Library from the main level, the Division of Asia Collections in Kroch Library is widely regarded as having one of the largest and most significant collections of Asian historical and literary materials in North America. The Asia Collections include reference books, periodicals, newspapers, microfilms and fiche, electronic resources, as well as two levels of book stacks. A large collection of Manga can be found on the Mezzanine level in the PN section.
MLA Comics and Graphic Narratives Discussion Group Information on upcoming comics studies events.
Comix Scholars Discussion List Academic forum for those involved in research, criticism and teaching related to comics.