On December 5th, Fantagraphics launches its highly-anticipated, multi-volume collection Pogo: The Complete Syndicated Comic Strips, the first comprehensive collection of Walt Kelly's seminal newspaper comic, celebrated as a masterpiece of social and political satire during the entirety of its 27-year-run. Subtitled Through the Wild Blue Yonder, the first of twelve volumes covers the years one and two of the syndicated strip, introducing Pogo Possum, Albert Alligator, Porky Pine, Churchy LaFemme, and a host of other characters that helped redefine comics for post-WWII America.
Enjoy these images from the book, and try not to forget it when shopping for the funnies fanatic on your gift list.
