The Best of Callahan

John Callahan’s The Best of Callahan (2003–present, Random House) is a single-issue collection showcasing the darkly humorous, boundary-pushing single-panel cartoons that made the artist a cult figure. Known for his deceptively simple ink line work, Callahan’s comics often tackled disability, addiction, and social taboos with a sharp, unflinching wit that defied easy categorization. This volume distills his most iconic work from decades of syndication, cementing his legacy as a uniquely provocative voice in American cartooning.