For Beginners

For Beginners, published by Pantheon from 1976 to 1990, was a nine-issue comic series that introduced readers to complex subjects through accessible, illustrated guides. Most frequently written by Joseph Schwartz and drawn by Michael McGuinness, the series blended educational content with sequential art, making it a pioneering example of the nonfiction comic format. Its concise, visual approach to topics like philosophy, science, and history helped establish the potential of comics as a tool for learning and cultural commentary.