ABSTRACT
This chapter aims to provide a holistic view from the perspective of translation studies. It begins by offering a brief historical summary of its development and discusses possible definitions, through which we can establish its essential translation-relevant characteristics. The chapter looks a different path, among them Art Spiegelman with Maus and Dave Gibbon with Watchmen, which are considered early examples of the graphic novel. Comics are a global phenomenon of popular culture and seem to be ubiquitous in many contexts and media. Fan fiction refers to stories written by fans based on existing templates, which can be TV shows, novels or even comics. Translation studies have examined comics mainly as an entertainment medium of popular culture, but it can also be used for ideological purposes. Fan fiction refers to stories written by fans based on existing templates, which can be TV shows, novels or even comics.
