The Ages of Mad

The Ages of Mad (1990–present, Warner Books) is a one-issue comic that explores the satirical legacy of Mad magazine, tracing its cultural impact from its 1950s origins through the end of the Cold War. Written and edited by longtime Mad contributors, this single volume serves as a concise, affectionate retrospective rather than a new story, offering readers a snapshot of how the magazine's irreverent humor evolved across decades. Though brief, it matters as a curated time capsule from one of the most influential humor publications in American comics.