2V William Murrell A HISTORY OF AMERICAN GRAPHIC HUMOR 1933/1938 First Edition Complete Set Illustrated Signed By Richard W Westervelt Editorial Cartoon Artist Harpers Weekly Hassan Straightshanks Zek Downing Artwork Satire Lampoon

Title: A History of American Graphic Humor
Author: William Murrell
Publisher: Whitney Museum of American Art
City: New York
Year: 1933/1938
Printing Information: First Edition
Binding Style: Hardcover
Number of Volumes: 2 Full Set: Yes
Width: 8.5" Height: 11.25"
Book Details: This two-volume set is bound in yellow cloth with white paper spines with stamped red lettering to spines and front covers. First volume has introduction by Christopher Morley. Both volumes bear the signature of Richard W. Westervelt, an editorial cartoon artist. Both volumes are lavishly illustrated.

From the foreword: “There has always been something sui generis in the American comic spirit, though I don’t know that it has ever been recognizable defined. A touch of brutality perhaps? anger rather than humor? Various words rise to the mind-sardonic; extravagant; macabre-we reject each one, yet the mere fact that it suggests itself points to some essential hardness or sharpness of spirit. It is curious that from the very beginning there is something in these drawings that is characteristic of Yankee temper.â€
Condition / Notes: This antique set shows well, with some typical indications of age and wear, including shelfwear and rubbing. The bindings and text blocks are firm. Text and illustrations remain clear and legible through mild to moderate uniform age toning.

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