Comic Books and Other Necessities of Life SC (2002) comic books 1970 or later

1st printing. For years, Mark Evanier's essays and commentaries have been among the most popular, well-read writings on the comic book industry. Now, at last, here's Comic Books & Other Necessities Of Life, a trade paperback collection of some of his best POV columns (including several that have never-before-been published)! Topics covered in this colossal volume range from the state of the art form and its leading practitioners - including Jack Kirby and Carl Barks - to convention-going and Mark's old comic book club. His acclaimed columns are surrounded by a new cover and interior illustrations by the award-winning MAD cartoonist (and Mark's collaborator of 20 years on Groo the Wanderer), Sergio Aragonés! Whether you're a comics history buff, or you just enjoy Mark's witty, unique perspective on comics, this collection is not to be missed! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.

2nd and later printings. For years, Mark Evanier's essays and commentaries have been among the most popular, well-read writings on the comic book industry. Now, at last, here's Comic Books & Other Necessities Of Life, a trade paperback collection of some of his best POV columns (including several that have never-before-been published)! Topics covered in this colossal volume range from the state of the art form and its leading practitioners - including Jack Kirby and Carl Barks - to convention-going and Mark's old comic book club. His acclaimed columns are surrounded by a new cover and interior illustrations by the award-winning MAD cartoonist (and Mark's collaborator of 20 years on Groo the Wanderer), Sergio Aragonés! Whether you're a comics history buff, or you just enjoy Mark's witty, unique perspective on comics, this collection is not to be missed! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 200 pages, B&W. Cover price $12.95.