One great example is 'Rosie the Riveter: Women Working on the Home Front in World War II'. It vividly portrays the women who entered the workforce to support the war effort. Another is 'The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World' which has some elements related to strong female characters during WW2. And 'Wonder Woman' also has storylines set during WW2 where she showcases female empowerment in that era.
There's 'Persepolis' which, while not strictly about WW2 women but gives a powerful look at strong female characters in a time of conflict. In the context of WW2 woman graphic novels, 'Bandette' has some themes that can be related to the courage and resourcefulness of women during the war. Also, 'Ms. Marvel' has stories that draw on the idea of female heroism, similar to what WW2 women showed.
Alan Moore's 'Watchmen' could also be considered in some ways. It has characters with extraordinary and often amoral or inhumane behaviors. The complex moral and ethical situations in the story, along with the extreme actions of some characters, give it an inhuman feel. For instance, Rorschach's uncompromising and often brutal approach to justice.
One example could be 'Maus' which, while not directly about sex crimes in the typical sense, uses the graphic novel format to depict the horrors of the Holocaust which included various forms of inhumane treatment. It had a huge impact by bringing the reality of that historical event to a wide audience in a unique and engaging way. It made people more aware of the atrocities and the importance of remembering history to prevent such things from happening again.
One notable example is 'Fun Home' by Alison Bechdel. It tells the story of her relationship with her father while also exploring themes of sexual orientation and family secrets. Another is 'Stuck Rubber Baby' by Howard Cruse, which delves into the experiences of a gay man in the South during the civil rights era.
A notable 'Over the Top' story is that of the Christmas Truce in 1914. Soldiers from both sides emerged from their trenches 'Over the Top' not to fight but to celebrate Christmas together. They exchanged gifts, played football, and for a brief moment, forgot about the war. It was a unique event that showed that even in the midst of a brutal war, humanity could prevail.
Some German detective novels from the WW2 period might not be as well - known globally as their counterparts from other countries. This is due in part to the post - war stigma associated with German literature from that era. But there were surely works that delved into the darker aspects of society during the war, using detective - style plots to uncover secrets and crimes. Authors may have used these stories as a way to comment on the chaos and moral ambiguity of the times, but much of this literature remains relatively unexplored in the international literary community.
One well - known WW1 graphic novel is 'The Great War: July 1, 1916: The First Day of the Battle of the Somme'. It vividly depicts the horror and chaos of that fateful day. Another could be 'They Called It Passchendaele', which gives a detailed look at the battle in that area. There's also 'War Stories: A Graphic History of World War One' that compiles various stories related to the war in graphic form.
One well - known 'Jerusalem Novel' could be 'To the End of the Land' by David Grossman. It delves deep into the Israeli - Palestinian conflict and the lives of those in Jerusalem. Another might be works by Amos Oz that often touch on the complex social and cultural fabric of Jerusalem.
The character of Sethe in 'Beloved' is a woman who has to deal with the trauma of slavery and the extreme decision she made to protect her children. It's a complex and harrowing portrayal of a woman. In 'Anne of Green Gables', Anne is a girl full of imagination and spirit. Her dreams and her way of seeing the world around her make her a very endearing character. These characters in different literary fictions show the diverse range of how girls and women can be depicted.
There's also 'War Stories: A Graphic History of World War One'. This one contains multiple short stories that give different perspectives on the war. It has some amazing art that really helps bring the era to life. And 'To End All Wars: The Graphic History of World War One' is also very good. It not only shows the battles but also the political and social aspects of the time.
Some popular WW2 graphic novels include 'Maus' by Art Spiegelman. It tells the story of the Holocaust through the use of anthropomorphic animals. Another is 'Captain America: The First Avenger' - related graphic novels which are set during WW2 and show Captain America's fight against the Nazis. Also, 'The Complete Persepolis' by Marjane Satrapi has elements related to the impact of WW2 on the Middle East.