Pauvres zhéros

Baru's Pauvres zhéros, published by Casterman from 2008 onward, is a single-issue comic that stands as a sharp, socially conscious vignette from the acclaimed French artist. Known for his gritty, expressive linework and focus on working-class struggles, Baru uses this story to examine the lives of the marginalized with unflinching empathy. It matters as a concentrated example of his enduring commitment to chronicling the invisible poor, a theme that defines his celebrated career.