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Mad #271

Jun 1987 · EC · 1.35 USD
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“Star Blecch IV: The Voyage Bombs”

"Star Blecch IV: The Voyage Bombs" delivers a wry, characteristically sharp meditation on modern life’s quiet absurdities—sleepless nights, the weight of routine, and the strange rituals of connection—through the familiar, satirical lens of Dave Berg’s singular voice. With his signature blend of dry wit and observational precision, Berg crafts a story that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable, all rendered in his clean, precise style. The cover by Richard Williams captures the story’s offbeat tone with a striking, surreal image that perfectly complements the interior’s thoughtful humor.

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writer, artist, inker Dave Berg · cover Richard Williams

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writer, artist, inker Dave Berg
cover pencils, inks Richard Williams

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A cynical look at insomnia, contentment, gardens, recognition, separation, the telephone, hi tech, computers, taxes, borrowing, new apartments, youth, wisdom, and doctors.

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