Maus is a graphic novel by American cartoonist Art Spiegelman. I picked it up, used, years ago and read it a couple of times. Once to enjoy and a second time to absorb the fictionalized biography of a very dark time in the world seventy years ago.
To me it was a reminder of the importance of family and friends during dark times. And more so, of the importance of remembering these dark times so that they are not forgotten and repeated. The author was able to tell this story in a way that is engaging and even, at times, humorous. It was originally created as an interview(s) between the author and his father, which later became the basis of his books. It is an early example of a graphic novel and was the first graphic novel to win the Pulitzer Prize (in 1992).
If the message reaches even a few people each time it is read, the effort to recall and document this history and heartbreak is worth it. I have a friend in the seminary in the Philippines who I believe is a beacon of light and I have given him books several times when I traveled there. We have never met in person, but we have both shared our passions, regrets, successes, and faith. I decided to bring him these two books because I like their message and I know how hard they are to come by since they have been out of print for a while. See one of my previous posts on traveling with books.
I hope you enjoy them as much as I have, Padre.
If you would like to check out some of my other travels and passions, check out RScottTyler-Writer.com and Karthlake.com
Check out Maus, Volume 1 on Goodreads
Check out Maus, Volume 2 on Goodreads