Black Images in the Comics: A Visual History

A single-issue volume from Fantagraphics, Black Images in the Comics: A Visual History (2003–present) compiles a sweeping visual survey of how Black characters and creators have been depicted in American comic strips and comic books. Assembled by a team of historians and editors, this book-length work curates decades of artwork and commentary, offering a vital, scholarly resource for understanding representation in the medium. Its significance lies in its comprehensive, image-driven approach to a topic often marginalized in mainstream comics history.