New Yorker Encyclopedia of Cartoons

The New Yorker Encyclopedia of Cartoons is a two-volume, 1,600-page A-to-Z collection of cartoons from 1924 to the present, organized by Bob Mankoff into 250 categories of recurring themes and visual tropes. It is a hilarious and insightful gift for New Yorker readers and anyone interested in the evolution of social commentary, with a foreword by David Remnick.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 1536 pages
\n Publication date: 27 September 2018
\n Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
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The New Yorker Encyclopedia of Cartoons is a remarkable two-volume compilation, spanning 1,600 pages and featuring a comprehensive A-to-Z curation of cartoons from the magazine's inception in 1924 to the present. For over two decades, Bob Mankoff, the esteemed cartoon editor of the New Yorker, has meticulously organized nearly 3,000 cartoons into over 250 categories, encompassing a wide range of recurring themes and visual tropes that have become synonymous with the publication. These include iconic cartoons depicting banana peels, encounters with St. Peter, desert island escapades, snowmen, lion tamers, the story of Adam and Eve, the Grim Reaper, and, of course, dogs. The result is a hilarious and captivating collection that showcases Mankoff's insightful commentary, adding depth and whimsy to the illustrations. Additionally, the encyclopedia includes a foreword penned by New Yorker editor David Remnick, providing an insightful introduction to this treasure trove of comedic social commentary. This extraordinary gift is perfect for the millions of devoted New Yorker readers and anyone seeking a delightful journey through the evolution of humorous social commentary.

\n Weight: 6758g\n
Dimension: 323 x 241 x 101 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780500022450\n \n