Alunelul Magazine as a vehicle for the promotion of comic strips in the Republic of Moldova (1990–2000)
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Comics are, and will continue to remain, an integral component of universal culture, serving as a mirror of the times in which they were created and highlighting the social, political, and cultural realities of their respective epochs. Their impact is evident not only in their evolution into instruments of personal reflection but also in their significant educational contribution to generations of children of all ages. Furthermore, comics have played a social role by fostering and maintaining healthy, friendly, credible, and intelligent forms of communication. Within the artistic landscape of the Republic of Moldova, comics constitute a subgenre of the graphic arts that has distinguished itself, particularly deserving recognition within children’s literature. Throughout the historical development of Moldovan periodicals, numerous publications featured comic strips in their pages. It is of particular merit that young readers of children’s magazines benefitted from the positive influence of comics, which not only ensured the continuity of this art form in the Republic of Moldova but also contributed to the diversification and consolidation of the country’s graphic heritage. One noteworthy example of children’s periodicals that actively promoted this cultural phenomenon during the 1990s–2000s is the magazine Alunelul. This publication stood out as a dynamic platform, rich in visually expressive and chromatically vibrant narratives, and featured a significant presence of graphic artists specialized in comic art. Their joint creative efforts ensured the perpetuation of comic art, enabling readers to access diverse thematic contexts through visual perception while simultaneously enjoying the repeated emotional engagement provided by stories embodied in their characters.
Authors: CAZAC, Viorica, TROSCHINA, Milena
Institution: Technical University of Moldova
Language: Romanian
Subfield: Visual Arts and Performing Arts
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7161574410