Thomas Nast Cartoons & Illustrations

A single-volume collection from Dover Publications, this 1974 release gathers the sharp political cartoons and illustrations of Thomas Nast, the legendary 19th-century artist who shaped American visual satire. Spanning his career, the book showcases his iconic work for Harper’s Weekly, including his influential depictions of Boss Tweed and the creation of modern symbols like the Republican elephant. It’s an essential archive for understanding the power of editorial cartooning in post-Civil War America, preserving the biting wit and artistic skill of a master whose images still echo today.