The Smithsonian Collection of Newspaper Comics

In 1977, the Smithsonian Institution and Harry N. Abrams launched a single-volume hardcover collection that paid definitive tribute to the art of the newspaper comic strip. Curated with scholarly care, this oversized anthology surveys the medium’s history through landmark works, with a particular focus on Billy DeBeck’s iconic strip Barney Google and Snuffy Smith. It remains a cornerstone reference for understanding the evolution of the American comic strip, preserving its legacy for future generations.