Je préférerais ne pas

In this French graphic novel series from Rue de l'échiquier, launched in 2018, the narrative adapts Herman Melville's classic story "Bartleby, the Scrivener" into a contemporary comic format. The single-issue run reimagines the tale of a passive, enigmatic clerk whose famous refrain "I would prefer not to" becomes a quiet rebellion against modern work culture. Known for its philosophical depth and minimalist art, this series offers a fresh, introspective take on alienation and choice in the 21st century.