The Comics of Charles Schulz: The Good Grief of Modern Life (Critical Approaches to Comics Artists Series)
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Book Synopsis: Eisner Award Nominated (2018)
With contributions by: Leonie Brialey, MJ Clarke, Roy T. Cook, Joseph J. Darowski, Ian Gordon, Gene Kannenberg Jr., Christopher P. Lehman, Anne C. McCarthy, Ben Owen, Lara Saguisag, Ben Saunders, Jeffrey O. Segrave, and Michael Tisserand
The Comics of Charles Schulz collects new essays on the work of the creator of the immensely popular Peanuts comic strip. Despite Schulz's celebrity, few scholarly books on his work and career have been published. This collection serves as a foundation for future study not only of Charles Schulz (1922-2000) but, more broadly, of the understudied medium of newspaper comics.
Schulz's Peanuts ran for a half century, during which time he drew the strip and its characters to express keen observations on postwar American life and culture. As Peanuts' popularity grew, Schulz had opportunities to shape the iconography, style, and philosophy of modern life in ways he never could have imagined when he began the strip in 1950. Edited by leading scholars Jared Gardner and Ian Gordon, this volume ranges over a spectrum of Schulz's accomplishments and influence, touching on everything from cartoon aesthetics to the marketing of global fast food. Philosophy, ethics, and cultural history all come into play. Indeed, the book even highlights Snoopy's global reach as American soft power.
As the broad interdisciplinary range of this volume makes clear, Peanuts offers countless possibilities for study and analysis. From many perspectives--including childhood studies, ethnic studies, health and exercise studies, as well as sociology--The Comics of Charles Schulz offers the most comprehensive and diverse study of the most influential cartoonist during the second half of the twentieth century.
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Are you a fan of the beloved Peanuts comic strip? Look no further than "The Comics of Charles Schulz: The Good Grief of Modern Life". This Eisner Award Nominated book is a collection of new essays that delve into the work of the iconic creator, Charles Schulz. With contributions from esteemed scholars, this book offers a fresh perspective on Schulz's artistic genius and the profound cultural impact of Peanuts. Get your hands on this insightful volume and embark on a journey that explores the rich world of newspaper comics.
For over fifty years, Charles Schulz captivated audiences with his keen observations on postwar American life through the charming characters of Peanuts. Schulz's ability to capture the spirit of the times and infuse his work with wit and wisdom is unparalleled. "The Comics of Charles Schulz" examines how he shaped the iconography, style, and philosophy of modern life. With captivating chapters on cartoon aesthetics, global fast food marketing, and more, this book showcases the breadth of Schulz's influence.
What sets this book apart is its interdisciplinary approach. Drawing from philosophy, ethics, cultural history, and even childhood and exercise studies, "The Comics of Charles Schulz" offers a diverse and comprehensive analysis of Schulz's impact. It delves into the socio-cultural relevance of Peanuts and sheds light on Schulz's role as an influential cartoonist during the second half of the twentieth century. Get ready to be captivated by the endless possibilities for study and exploration that this book presents.
Don't miss out on the chance to uncover the depth of Charles Schulz's artistic legacy. Whether you're a lifelong Peanuts fan or a scholar of comics and popular culture, "The Comics of Charles Schulz: The Good Grief of Modern Life" is a must-read. Click here to grab your copy and unlock a world of insights into one of the most iconic cartoonists of our time.
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