Thursday 11 December, 18:00

From History to Graphic Novels: Pierre Wazem Writes the Story of the Escalade

Comic book author Pierre Wazem will showcase his creative process behind the albums “From the Allobroges to the Escalade,” which recounts the history of Geneva. He will also discuss the Escalade illustrations by Elzingre, a significant source of inspiration for him.

In French.

Promenade des Bastions 8,
1205 Genève
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Photo Credit: Pierre Wazem

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