Alley Oop

V. T. Hamlin’s classic caveman comic strip gets a new lease on life in this 2022 series from Acoustic Learning, which collects and re-presents the earliest adventures of Alley Oop and his prehistoric pals. Running six issues, this edition spotlights the original creator’s distinctive blend of stone-age slapstick and time-travel whimsy, showcasing the art and writing that made the feature a beloved newspaper staple. For fans of vintage newspaper funnies, it’s a welcome reintroduction to a pioneering character.