The Duke of Hastings isn't black in the novel. The author doesn't mention his ethnicity in that way. The emphasis is on his role and the events involving him.
Most of the stories about lumberjacks in general are not focused on their sexual orientation. So it's difficult to say if there are famous gay lumberjack stories. But there could be some local tales in areas where there are more open - minded communities in the lumber industry. Maybe some stories passed down within certain groups that celebrate the experiences of gay lumberjacks, but they haven't become famous on a broader scale.
It's possible that Hastings has comic books. You might want to check their website or contact the store directly to get the most accurate information. Sometimes they have a decent selection, but it can vary.
There could be a story where a gay lumberjack meets another gay man who is visiting the forest. They fall in love among the tall trees and the smell of fresh cut wood. They then have to navigate their relationship in a rather traditional and sometimes rough lumberjack community, facing some challenges but also finding support from unexpected places.
A comic strip of the Battle of Hastings would likely present a vivid and dynamic representation of the conflict. It might incorporate elements like dialogue between characters and showcase the chaos and bravery on the battlefield.
I don't recall any specifically famous names for the oxen in such a story off the top of my head. It really depends on the particular version of the story.
A possible story could be that a lumberjack is working in the forest. A woodpecker keeps pecking on a tree near where he is working. At first, the lumberjack is annoyed by the noise. But as he watches the woodpecker more closely, he realizes how hard the little bird is working to find food or build a nest. So the lumberjack starts to respect the woodpecker and they co - exist peacefully in the forest.
I'm not sure specifically as I don't know the exact story. But generally, it could be about the lumberjack teaching the little kid something about the forest, like how to identify trees or respect nature.
The two main characters are the lumberjack, who is probably a strong and experienced man working in the forest, and the little kid. The kid might be someone full of curiosity, exploring the area near the forest where the lumberjack works. Their different personalities and life experiences will likely drive the plot of the story.