He wrote the history of Jews in comics. Now he’s making Jewish comics history

The article profiles Arie Kaplan, a prominent figure in the comic book industry known for his work in uncovering and documenting the Jewish roots of comics.

Kaplan's 2008 book, "From Krakow to Krypton: Jews and Comic Books," explores the significant contributions of Jewish creators to the medium.

The piece discusses Kaplan's ongoing efforts to highlight Jewish culture within comics, including his participation in events like JewCE: The Jewish Comics Experience.

The article underscores the increasing visibility and celebration of Jewish narratives in contemporary comics, attributing part of this shift to Kaplan's influential work.

Read Original Article: The Times of Israel

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