Well, this was certainly an interesting read. I had to pick it up for class, and definitely the best literary piece our tutor has had us read yet. It was emotive and perceptive, simplistic and very effective.
The Holocaust is never an easy subject to depict and there are so many problems surrounding representation, but I think Spiegelman handled it very well.
Although, ultimately, it was a very sad read, one that really makes you feel quite down once you finish it. There is nothing cathartic about this kind of Holocaust literature, not that there should be!
However, fantastic illustrations and I will definitely be looking to read more graphic novels in future, however happier ones I think!