The Brass Ring

Bill Mauldin’s The Brass Ring is a single-issue comic from 1971, published by W. W. Norton, that collects the Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist’s wry, humanistic observations on war, peace, and the absurdities of modern life. Known for his iconic World War II cartoons, Mauldin here turns his pen to a broader, more introspective commentary, offering a sharp yet compassionate look at the human condition through his signature blend of ink and wit. This slim volume stands as a poignant snapshot of an era and a master of the form at his reflective peak.