"Maus" is a critically acclaimed graphic novel by Art Spiegelman. It tells the story of Spiegelman's father's experiences as a Polish Jew and Holocaust survivor. The characters are depicted as animals: Jews as mice, Germans as cats, and Poles as pigs. It was originally published in two volumes: "Maus I: A Survivor's Tale" (1986) and "Maus II" (1991). The narrative alternates between the past (Holocaust) and present (Spiegelman interviewing his father). It explores themes of survival, guilt, and the relationship between father and son. "Maus" won a special Pulitzer Prize in 1992, becoming the first graphic novel to receive this honor. The book's innovative approach to depicting the Holocaust through anthropomorphic animals and its deeply personal narrative have made it a landmark in both graphic storytelling and Holocaust memoirs.