Description |
x, 198 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm |
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Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 194) and index. |
Contents |
Chapter one. The coming of comics -- Chapter two. The birth of the comic book -- Chapter three. Dumb animals -- Chapter four. The E.C. revolution --Chapter five. The Comics Code controversy -- Chapter six. The new comic books -- Chapter seven. Mighty Marvel -- Chapter eight. Underground comics. |
Summary |
Covers the whole history of comic books in America - the major creations, the major creators, the major comic book lines, the major comic book enemies. With wide knowledge, affection and a good sense for the illuminating detail, the co-authors - Les Daniels and The Mad Peck - tell the story of how comic books captured the imagination of millions and became an American institution, and whether or not they deserved to. Adjoining the text, providing an illustrated history of their own, is a large selection of complete comic book stories. No selected snippets. Full stories. |
Note |
Graphics by Mad Peck Studios |
Subject |
Comic books, strips, etc -- United States.
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Comic books, strips, etc -- History and criticism.
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Comic books, strips, etc. (OCoLC)fst00869145
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United States. (OCoLC)fst01204155
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Genre/Form |
Criticism, interpretation, etc. (OCoLC)fst01411635
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ISBN |
0876900341 |
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9780876900345 |
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0517110377 |
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9780517110379 |
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