Cul de Sac

Richard Thompson's Cul de Sac (2008–present, Andrews McMeel) follows the chaotic, whimsical life of young Alice Otterloop and her family in a suburban cul-de-sac, blending gentle humor with a child's-eye view of the world. Though the strip itself ran for years, this single-issue collection captures Thompson's distinctive, loose linework and deadpan wit, earning an introduction from Bill Watterson. It stands as a fondly regarded showcase of Thompson's talent, offering a warm, quietly brilliant slice of modern comic strip artistry.