In the 'Hansel and Gretel the Graphic Novel', the adaptation could be in the pacing. It can use panels to control the speed of the story. For instance, short panels during the tense moments like when they are about to be caught by the witch can increase the sense of urgency. And it can also expand on certain parts of the original story, say, adding more details to their journey in the forest.
It may adapt it through the visuals. The graphic novel can show the dark forest and the witch's spooky house more vividly. For example, the drawings can make the gingerbread house look both inviting and menacing at the same time.
One main theme is survival. Hansel and Gretel have to endure being lost in the forest and facing the witch, showing their struggle to survive. Another theme is the power of family. They rely on each other throughout their ordeal. Also, there is the theme of good versus evil, with the kind children against the evil witch.
The main characters are Hansel, Gretel and the witch.
The main plot is about Hansel and Gretel being left in the forest by their parents. They find a gingerbread house which is actually a trap by a witch. The witch wants to eat them but they outwit her and manage to escape.
It uses detailed illustrations to show Gregor's transformation. For example, it might show the gradual change of his body parts into those of an insect. The use of shading and color can also add to the mood. Darker colors could be used to represent Gregor's despair and isolation.
It's about Hansel and Gretel who become witch hunters. They use their skills and experiences from their encounter with the witch in the original story to hunt down other witches in a more action - packed and dark setting.
Hansel is resourceful as he tries to leave a trail to find their way back. Gretel is brave and clever, especially when she outsmarts the witch.
The 'Iliad Graphic Novel' adapts the original story in several ways. It condenses the long and detailed descriptions in the 'Iliad'. It focuses on the key events and characters, highlighting the most important parts of the story like the great battles and the disputes between the heroes. Also, it may use modern artistic styles to represent the ancient setting and characters, giving them a fresh look while still staying true to the essence of the original story. The graphic novel might also emphasize certain themes more than others, depending on the artist's or writer's interpretation, such as the themes of honor and glory in war.
It likely uses visual elements to show the key events. For example, the brutal acts of the main character Alex and his gang can be depicted graphically.
It adapts the story by visualizing the characters. We can finally see what the Buendía family members look like. For example, Úrsula's strong and determined look can be clearly shown. It also simplifies some complex descriptions in the text. Instead of reading long paragraphs about the town's layout, we can see it in a single detailed illustration of Macondo.
The graphic novel adaptation of The Scarlet Letter focuses on key scenes. It might cut out some of the more tangential parts of the original story to keep the narrative flowing. For instance, it will surely include the scene where Hester first stands on the scaffold with the scarlet letter, but it might not go into as much detail about some of the minor characters' backstories as the original. The visuals also add a new dimension. The way the characters are drawn can give a different interpretation of their personalities compared to what we might imagine from just reading the words.