1 of 1
Story summary
- Art Spiegelman, the author of Maus, faced backlash in Israel for using humor about trauma.
- Spiegelman notes generational differences, with third-generation survivors blending humor and serious themes.
- The approach appears in works like "A Real Pain" and "Treasure."
- Spiegelman recounts experiences with his grandmother Gisela and chaotic family dynamics.
- Ultimately, humor engages with painful histories and prompts questions about emotional distance.
