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Biographies & History Graphic Novels - Government Issue: Comics for the People, 1940s-2000s

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Book Synopsis: Since the 1940s, federal and state government agencies have published comics to disseminate public information. Comics legends Will Eisner and Milton Caniff produced comics for the army. Li'l Abner joined the navy. Walt Kelly's Pogo told parents how much TV their kids should watch, Bert the Turtle showed them how to survive a nuclear attack, and Dennis the Menace took "A Poke at Poison." Smokey Bear had his own comic, and so did Zippy, the USPS mascot. Dozens of artists and writers, known and unknown, were recruited to create comics about every aspect of American life, from jobs and money to health and safety to sex and drugs. Whether you want the lowdown on psychological warfare or the highlights of working in the sardine industry, the government has a comic for you! Government Issue reproduces an important selection of these official comics in full-reading format, plus a broad range of excerpts and covers, all organized chronologically in thematic chapters. Earnest, informational, and kitschy, this outstanding collection is the ultimate comics vox populi.

Praise for Government Issue:

  • “Public-service comics never looked so good.” —Cleveland Plain Dealer
  • “The book includes work by Neal Adams, Denis Kitchen, Milton Caniff, Walt Kelly, and other big names, all producing pages paid for by American taxpayers, many of whom never even got to see [them]. Now, at last, we have that chance.” —A.V. Club
  • “A gold mine of the serious, the silly, and the truly strange stuff the government thinks we ought to know.” —Scripps Howard News Service
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Intrigued by the history of government publications? Look no further than Government Issue: Comics for the People, 1940s-2000s. This fascinating book peels back the layers of public information dissemination through the use of comics. From the legendary works of Will Eisner and Milton Caniff to the iconic characters of Li'l Abner and Smokey Bear, this comprehensive collection showcases the power of comics in educating the masses. Whether you're interested in psychological warfare or curious about the sardine industry, the government has a comic for you, and Government Issue has it all, reproduced in full-reading format.

Unlock a hidden world of knowledge and entertainment with Government Issue. With its chronological organization and thematic chapters, you'll be able to dive deep into the captivating pages that have been financed by American taxpayers. From the serious to the silly, and even the truly strange, this book is a gold mine of government-dictated information that you can finally explore. Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness the incredible artistry and storytelling that these public-service comics offer.

Don't just take our word for it! The Cleveland Plain Dealer praises Government Issue, stating that "Public-service comics never looked so good." Join the ranks of satisfied readers who have delved into Government Issue and discovered a treasure trove of hidden gems. Critics and readers alike have marveled at the inclusion of renowned artists such as Neal Adams, Denis Kitchen, Milton Caniff, and Walt Kelly, all producing pages paid for by American taxpayers. Now, you have the chance to be part of this extraordinary experience.

Embark on a journey through time and knowledge with Government Issue: Comics for the People, 1940s-2000s. Order your copy today and gain access to a visual encyclopedia of American life, all neatly compiled and beautifully presented. Discover a world of earnest, informational, and kitschy comics that have shaped our collective understanding of various aspects of society. With Government Issue, you'll hold in your hands the ultimate comics vox populi, a testament to the power of art and information combined. Take advantage of this limited-time opportunity and order now!

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