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Willard Mullin's Golden Age of Baseball Drawings 1934–1972

Name: Willard Mullin's Golden Age of Baseball Drawings 1934–1972
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Book Synopsis: In Fantagraphics’ ceaseless effort to rediscover every world-class cartoonist in the history of the medium, we turn your attention to a neglected part of the art form—sports cartooning—and to its greatest practitioner—Willard Mullin. The years 1930-1970 were the Golden Age of both American sports and American comic strips, when giants strode their respective fields—Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Hank Aaron in one, George (“Krazy Kat”) Herriman, Milton (“Steve Canyon”) Caniff, Walt (“Pogo”) Kelly in the other—and Mullin was there, straddling both fields, recording every major player and event in the mid-20th-century history of baseball. Mullin was to baseball players what Bill Mauldin was to soldiers: advocate and critic, investing them with personality, humanity, dignity, and poignancy; Mauldin had Willie & Joe and Mullin had the Brooklyn Bum, his affectionate 1939 character representing the bedraggled figure of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Willard Mullin’s Golden Age of Baseball: Drawings 1934-1972 collects for the first time Mullin’s best drawings devoted to baseball—depictions of players like Joe DiMaggio, Ted Williams, Yogi Berra, and Sandy Koufax, legendary managers like Casey Stengel and George Steinbrenner, and events like Lou Gehrig’s emotional retirement speech on July 4, 1939, for which Mullin not only drew a portrait but composed a poem (which he often incorporated into his cartoons). Mullin’s fluid line and delicate but vigorous brushwork are shown to beautiful effect, with many drawings reproduced from original art. See why millions of baseball fans from the ’30s to the ’70s looked forward to Mullin’s cartoons in their daily paper.

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Step up to the plate and hit a home run with Willard Mullin's Golden Age of Baseball Drawings 1934–1972. Dive into a captivating journey through the history of baseball illustrated by the legendary Willard Mullin. Discover Mullin's masterful artistry that brings to life iconic players like Joe DiMaggio, Ted Williams, and Sandy Koufax, as well as unforgettable moments such as Lou Gehrig's poignant retirement speech. Witness the Golden Age of American sports and comic art converge in this timeless collection.

Immerse yourself in the world of sports cartooning with the unparalleled talent of Willard Mullin. Let his drawings transport you back to an era when baseball legends roamed the diamond and daily newspapers came alive with Mullin's distinctive style. From Babe Ruth to Hank Aaron, experience the magic of Mullin's illustrations that captured the essence and emotion of each player and event, making him a true pioneer in the field of sports illustration.

Uncover the artistry and legacy of Willard Mullin, the maestro of baseball cartooning, through his remarkable collection of drawings from 1934 to 1972. With his keen eye for detail and knack for storytelling, Mullin immortalized the heroes and moments that defined America's pastime. Whether you are a die-hard baseball enthusiast or an art aficionado, this book is a must-have addition to your collection, showcasing the unparalleled talent of a true visionary.

Experience the evocative power of Willard Mullin's illustrations that continue to captivate audiences decades after their creation. Delve into a treasure trove of baseball history brought to life through Mullin's iconic artwork. Join the ranks of fans who cherished Mullin's daily cartoons as essential viewing, and witness the Golden Age of Baseball unfold before your eyes in a way that only Mullin can capture.

Explore the captivating world of Willard Mullin's baseball artistry now!

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