The Comics Journal #305

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SKU: 9781683962779
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The Comics Journal #305 delves into a pivotal period of American history through a rare 1967 zine created by the civil rights groups SNCC and the Black Panther Party. This hand-printed document details the courageous efforts of a black community in Alabama fighting for their voting rights during local elections. Alongside this historical report, the issue features a profile of the acclaimed cartoonist Kevin Huizenga, known for his work Ganges, and a variety of other insightful content exploring comics and culture.
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This issue will appeal particularly to readers interested in comics history, civil rights, and cultural commentary, as well as fans of Kevin Huizenga's influential cartoons.

This issue of the award-winning magazine focusses on one of America's most urgent crises: healthcare.

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This issue also features a document that is significant not only in terms of comics history — but American history, as well. Created by the civil rights organization SNCC (Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee) and the Black Panther Party in 1967, this hand-printed zine is a report about a black community in Alabama that attempted to take back their voting rights in their local elections.

There is also a profile on cartoonist Kevin Huizenga (Ganges), and much more.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Comics Journal has triumphantly returned to print with issue #305. According to Print, the release was well worth the wait and arrives at a highly relevant moment, reflecting the magazine's enduring significance in the comics world.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781683962779

Publisher: Fantagraphics

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 March 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Fantagraphics

Illustration: 1 Illustrations

Contributors:

Edited by Gary Groth
Edited by RJ Casey
Edited by Kristy Valenti
Edited by Gary Groth
Edited by Kristy Valenti

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 248.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 160

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction

About the Author

RJ Casey is a publisher, editor, and writer. He lives in Tacoma, WA. Kristy Valenti is an Eisner-Award winning editor and a writer. She lives in Seattle, Wash. Gary Groth is the co-founder of The Comics Journal and Fantagraphics Books. He lives in Seattle.