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A Comparison Of Maus I And II By Artie Spiegelman

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There are many Holocaust stories, but one of the most impactful ones is Spiegelman's. This Jewish family felt the full effects of the Nazis' reign, so much so that under 20 percent survived the Holocaust. The graphic novels Maus I and II depict their story thoroughly. The Spiegelman family's frightening tale serves as a poignant reminder of the atrocities committed during that dark period in history. The graphic novel Maus I and II, written by Artie Spiegelman, weaves together the personal account of his father's survival during the Holocaust with the complex dynamics of their strained relationship. Through the unique portrayal of characters as animals, the story delves deep into themes of trauma, resilience, and the enduring bond between a …show more content…

Being aware of the Holocaust gives me a perspective on how many people lived in anguish. With this new information, I could be more empathic toward others. Not only has this knowledge of the Holocaust influenced me, but it has also affected the world on a massive scale. The Nazis' extensive rule altered billions of lives, but by recalling these terrifying acts, we can prevent an atrocity like that from ever happening again, which emphasizes the priority of reading an informational novel like Maus I and II. Throughout this assignment, I explored three distinct genres: journalism, visual media, and creative writing. Each genre has allowed me to create a unique artifact that serves as proof of the enduring legacy of the Holocaust. This project includes three interesting artifacts: journal entries, a map, and a newspaper article. I can assume that Spiegelman's will contains an archive of critical memories from the past, including the three fictional artifacts, for they are sentimental people and would have wanted their posterity to know of their heritage. The first artifact is a map, specifically of Europe. The reason for choosing Europe as the setting is that the Holocaust primarily occurred

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