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Book Synopsis: The ‘evilution’ of Charles Addams's singularly eccentric family began long before the television and film interpretations made them icons of American popular culture. Addams first created Morticia, Lurch, and The Thing in a cartoon published in a 1938 issue of the New Yorker—though he hadn't named them at the time, or even conceived of a family unit. (When he did name the deadly matriarch, he was inspired by the Yellow Pages listing for ‘Morticians.’) Other characters were born and developed in a multitude of Addams's cartoons over the next twenty-six years, before the cheerfully creepy clan debuted on ABC television in 1964 and later on the big screen, twice, in 1991 and 1993.
The Addams Family: An Evilution is the first book to trace The Addams Family history, presenting more than 200 cartoons created by Charles Addams (American, 1912-1988) throughout his prolific career; many have never been published before. Text by H. Kevin Miserocchi, director of the Tee and Charles Addams Foundation, offers a revealing chronology of each character's evolution (for instance, did you know that Addams originally named Pugsley ‘Pubert’?), while Addams's own incisive character descriptions, originally penned for the benefit of the television show producers, introduce each chapter. As the presence of the Family continues to permeate generation after generation, and in celebration of the Broadway musical debuting in 2010, this book reminds us where these oddly lovable characters came from and, in doing so, offers a lasting tribute to one of America's greatest humorists. A phenomenon of rare proportion, The Addams Family is the manifestation of one artist's dark but irresistible wit, expressed with an uncommonly deft hand.
224 pages with more than 200 cartoons (approximately 50 are published here for the first time), many in color. Ten chapters explore each Addams Family character, as well as their mansion (a “House To Die For”). Size: 8 x 10 inches. Smyth-sewn casebound book with jacket.
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Introducing "The Addams Family: an Evilution" - the ultimate guide to the fascinating evolution of Charles Addams' eccentric and captivating family. This darkly humorous book takes you on a journey through the birth of Morticia, Lurch, and The Thing in a 1938 New Yorker cartoon, all the way to their iconic status in American popular culture. Discover the untold stories behind each character and delve into more than 200 never-before-published cartoons by Charles Addams himself. With each turn of the page, you'll be mesmerized by the wickedly delightful world of The Addams Family.
Join H. Kevin Miserocchi, director of the Tee and Charles Addams Foundation, as he guides you through the chronology of each character's evolution. Fun fact: did you know that Pugsley was originally named "Pubert" by Addams? Prepare to be captivated by Addams' own character descriptions, originally penned for the television show producers, which add further depth to their enigmatic personalities.
As the Addams Family's legacy continues to enchant generation after generation, this book serves as a celebration of their enduring popularity. Whether you fell in love with them through the timeless TV series or the Broadway musical, "The Addams Family: an Evilution" is a tribute to one of America's greatest humorists, Charles Addams. Immerse yourself in this one-of-a-kind evilution and rediscover the origins of these delightfully odd characters that have become part of our cultural fabric.
This 224-page treasure trove features more than 200 cartoons, including approximately 50 that have never been published before. Many of these whimsical illustrations are presented in vibrant color, bringing Addams' macabre world to life. Explore each fascinating character and get an exclusive sneak peek into their hauntingly magnificent mansion, a "House To Die For." The book is sized at 8 x 10 inches, providing the perfect canvas to appreciate the intricate details of Addams' artwork.
Don't miss out on your chance to own this rare piece of artistry. Immerse yourself in the wickedly funny and intriguing world of "The Addams Family: an Evilution" and experience firsthand why this timeless phenomenon continues to captivate and entertain. Click here to order now and embrace the deliciously dark humor of The Addams Family today.
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