Mad #265
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Henna and Her Sickos," Dave Berg delivers his signature satirical take on modern life, weaving together a sharp, absurdist commentary on everything from academic pretensions to the quirks of daily routines. With his trademark wit and precise storytelling, Berg explores the odd intersections of behavior, justice, and everyday absurdity—all rendered in his unmistakable, clean-lined style. The cover by Richard Williams captures the story’s offbeat tone with a striking, surreal image that perfectly complements the issue’s darkly humorous spirit.
In "The Lighter Side of..." from Mad #265, a satirical take on modern life unfolds through a series of absurd, interconnected vignettes—each poking fun at the quirks of higher education, personal choices, and the chaos of everyday routines. From misplaced priorities to the surreal logic of job interviews and the odd demands of modern morality, the story delivers sharp, typeset humor that skewers societal norms with a wink.
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Reprinted in Mad Special [Mad Super Special] #80 (1992), Mad Special [Mad Super Special] #81 (1992), Mad Special [Mad Super Special] #83 (1992), Mad Special [Mad Super Special] #87 (1993), Mad Special [Mad Super Special] #93 (1994), Tales Calculated to Drive You Mad #8 (1999), Mad About Super Heroes #[1] (2002), Mad about Super Heroes #[nn] (2006), Mad for Decades #[nn] (2007), Mad's Greatest Artists: Mort Drucker #[nn] (2012), Mad's Greatest Artists: Don Martin #[nn] (2014), Mad's Greatest Writers: Frank Jacobs #[nn] (2015), Mad #21 (2021), Mad #46 (2025), Mad Magazine #265
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