Snoopy

A single, landmark 1958 comic collection from Holt, Rinehart and Winston, Snoopy is the first dedicated volume to spotlight Charles M. Schulz’s beloved beagle, elevating the character from supporting player to star of his own adventures. While the strip itself continued for decades, this inaugural issue established Snoopy as a distinct personality—a whimsical, imaginative dog whose daydreams and antics would become a cornerstone of the Peanuts universe. It matters as a foundational artifact, marking the moment Schulz’s most iconic canine stepped into the spotlight.