The Comics Journal #157 - Bill Griffith Interview Mid-Century Illustrators hand-drawn mermaid illustrations wash away

hand-drawn mermaid illustrations wash away misconceptions about undersea sirens while providing fresh insights into aquatic lore

Apocalypse Now (2 versions)

The once-in-a-lifetime crossover event that brought these two historic super-teams together and rocked the comics world receives the deluxe treatment it deserve

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The Comics Journal #157 - Bill Griffith Interview Mid-Century Illustrators hand-drawn mermaid illustrations wash awayBill Griffith talks to Gary Groth about the early days of the underground, the pitfalls of fame and the ever delayed Zippy movie deal; Kyle Baker sketchbook; Harvey Kurtzman tribute; readers' poll results. Cover by Bill Griffith. Editorial Gary Groth, "Goodbye, Harvey" (p. 3) Harvey Kurtzman Tribute Biographical Outline (p. 5) We Remember (p. 4) Kurtzman, Kane and Comics (p. 13) Letters Blood and Thunder (p. 19) News Newswatch (p. 27) International