Real literature is writing that speaks to people. Real literature can take many forms. Scott McCloud puts forward the idea that comics should be placed in the category of literature with other forms typically placed in that group.
I find comics very interesting. I think I might have a difficult time accepting a deep, serious idea from one, but for entertainment I quite enjoy them. I may have to discount my previous statement. I have read comics that offer small deep thoughts, which I will ponder, but for in depth I see comics as ineffective. I find they are also very useful for getting a simple point, concept, or skill across in an interesting, painless way. Because comics are often visually stimulating, they are more likely to be read.
Because McCloud uses comics as his medium for getting his point across, I found the book very easy to read. It was interesting and because his subject matter was not too deep the medium was very effective, especially since he could often demonstrate his points better through the pictures.
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