Visible Cities, Global Comics

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Exploring the intersection of urban geography and comics, this book examines how various comics represent cities as multifaceted concepts. Benjamin Fraser analyzes global works, highlighting the city as an idea, historical fact, social construct, and shared space shaped by collective imagination. By integrating urban theory with specific comic examples, Fraser reveals how these narratives navigate personal desires and social dynamics within the urban landscape, offering a unique perspective on both mediums.