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London: Running Press, 2007. hardcover. fine. 1st Quarto. Two volume set. Half bound in red cloth with matching slipcase. Blue textured boards with tipped on colour illustrations on both front covers. Gilt lettering on both spines. Illustrated wrapper around slipcase. Endpapers decorated in blue onomatopoeia. Volume 1 contains Martin's work between 1956 and 1974. Volume 2 contains Martin's work from 1974 to 1988. Clean text and tightly bound. This set is in very good to fine condition. Don Martin was a highly influential and iconic cartoonist known for his distinctive style and irreverent humor. He gained immense recognition for his work in Mad magazine, where he became a staple of the publication for over three decades. Martin's cartoons were celebrated for their zany characters, absurd situations, and innovative use of visual gags, which often incorporated hilarious sound effects. His imaginative character names, like Fester Bestertester and Fonebone, added an extra layer of humor to his creations. This set serves as a comprehensive collection of his work, allowing fans and newcomers alike to explore the genius of this legendary humorist. Martin's contributions extended beyond Mad magazine, as he continued to captivate audiences with his unique art style and humor, leaving an indelible mark on the comic art form. His legacy endures through his timeless and uproarious creations, which continue to be celebrated by fans and admirers of humor and cartooning to this day. 2007

1st Quarto. Two volume set. Half bound in red cloth with matching slipcase. Blue textured boards with tipped on colour illustrations on both front covers. Gilt lettering on both spines. Illustrated wrapper around slipcase. Endpapers decorated in blue onomatopoeia. Volume 1 contains Martin's work between 1956 and 1974. Volume 2 contains Martin's work from 1974 to 1988. Clean text and tightly bound. This set is in very good to fine condition. Don Martin was a highly influential and iconic cartoonist known for his distinctive style and irreverent humor. He gained immense recognition for his work in Mad magazine, where he became a staple of the publication for over three decades. Martin's cartoons were celebrated for their zany characters, absurd situations, and innovative use of visual gags, which often incorporated hilarious sound effects. His imaginative character names, like Fester Bestertester and Fonebone, added an extra layer of humor to his creations. This set serves as a comprehensive collection of his work, allowing fans and newcomers alike to explore the genius of this legendary humorist. Martin's contributions extended beyond Mad magazine, as he continued to captivate audiences with his unique art style and humor, leaving an indelible mark on the comic art form. His legacy endures through his timeless and uproarious creations, which continue to be celebrated by fans and admirers of humor and cartooning to this day.

1st Quarto. Two volume set. Half bound in red cloth with matching slipcase. Blue textured boards with tipped on colour illustrations on both front covers. Gilt lettering on both spines. Illustrated wrapper around slipcase. Endpapers decorated in blue onomatopoeia. Volume 1 contains Martin's work between 1956 and 1974. Volume 2 contains Martin's work from 1974 to 1988. Clean text and tightly bound. This set is in very good to fine condition. Don Martin was a highly influential and iconic cartoonist known for his distinctive style and irreverent humor. He gained immense recognition for his work in Mad magazine, where he became a staple of the publication for over three decades. Martin's cartoons were celebrated for their zany characters, absurd situations, and innovative use of visual gags, which often incorporated hilarious sound effects. His imaginative character names, like Fester Bestertester and Fonebone, added an extra layer of humor to his creations. This set serves as a comprehensive collection of his work, allowing fans and newcomers alike to explore the genius of this legendary humorist. Martin's contributions extended beyond Mad magazine, as he continued to captivate audiences with his unique art style and humor, leaving an indelible mark on the comic art form. His legacy endures through his timeless and uproarious creations, which continue to be celebrated by fans and admirers of humor and cartooning to this day.