The Role of Underground Comics in Counterculture Movements

FAQ About The Role of Underground Comics in Counterculture Movements

What are underground comics?

Underground comics, often referred to as "comix" to differentiate them from mainstream comics, are a genre of comic books that emerged in the late 1960s and are characterized by their content aimed at adult readers. These comics often contain politically and socially challenging themes, graphic content, and experiment with art forms that deviate from the established norms of mainstream comics at the time.