Although I have not seen this confirmed in the press at this point, I was sad to learn today of the passing of Al Williamson. like Frazetta, his friend and collaberator, Williamson was a giant in the Golden Age of comic books, particularly with some of the amazing science fiction stories he did for EC [...]
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Frank Frazetta, RIP
I am sad to announce the passing of one of the true giants of the Golden Age of comic books, Frank Frazetta. Frazetta, who died in Florida today at the age of 82, leaves behind a legacy of unparalleled artistic genius. Most know Frazetta from his fantasy related work (i.e., the iconic “Death Dealer”), however he [...]
Comics Then #4 – The Beginning of the End or a New Beginning?
I recently learned that Comics NOW! magazine has ceased publication. While this did not suprise me a great deal as I know how difficult it is for a new publication to develop a strong readership, I was still saddened by the news. Bryan and the rest of the comic book podcasters worked hard to make this [...]
More Christmas Covers…and a Swipe
Previously, I mentioned the very earliest Christmas covers that appeared on newsstand comic books. One of the very earliest Christmas covers published by DC Comics was More Fun Comics #16 (December 1936) and features a very mischievous boy attempting to spring a bear trap on the unsuspecting Santa Claus as he descends from the chimney. This [...]
Golden Age Reprints for 2008
In the last episode of the Golden Age of Comic Books Podcast, I mentioned that there had been a plethora of Golden Age reprints over the past several months. In looking back at 2008 (at least through the date of this post) it seems that Marvel has been a little busier than DC in providing [...]