Mafalda, the iconic comic character created by Argentine cartoonist Quino, reappears in a new collection titled *Se fosse per me farei la pace* (If It Were Up to Me I’d Make Peace). The anthology, curated by literary editor Marco Giovannucci, pairs classic strips with contemporary commentary on climate action.
The facts
The book, released this week by editorial house Editorial XYZ, assembles previously unpublished panels of Mafalda alongside essays from young activists. Giovannucci said the project aims to show how the character’s skeptical humor resonates with today’s environmental movement.
Analysis
Giovannucci noted that Mafalda’s questioning of authority mirrors the rhetoric of Fridays for Future protesters. By juxtaposing the 1970s comic with modern climate demands, the anthology seeks to bridge generations and underscore the persistence of social critique. Critics argue the approach may commercialize activism, while supporters claim it revitalizes the comic’s relevance.
Outlook
The collection is slated for translation into several languages, with promotional events planned in Europe and South America. Observers will watch sales figures and media response to gauge whether the blend of nostalgia and activism influences public discourse on climate policy.