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The Comics Journal#42
Cover: John Byrne & Joe Rubinstein
The Comics Journal #42
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A standout issue in Fantagraphics’ early run, The Comics Journal #42 (1978) delivers sharp, thoughtful commentary from a collective of key voices in comics criticism. From Dawson’s take on the shifting tone of Master of Kung Fu post-Gulacy to Thompson’s defense of Claire Bretecher’s work despite translation hiccups, and O’Keefe and Melchert’s deep dive into Dr. Strange Annual #1, the issue offers a rich, varied look at comics culture in the late '70s. The cover by John Byrne and Joe Rubinstein captures the era’s bold aesthetic, making this a must-read for fans of comics history.
writer, artist, inker, letterer Bob Aull · cover John Byrne, Joe Rubinstein
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