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Al Williamson, RIP

Posted on June 14, 2010 by Bill Jourdain

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 … Continue reading →

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Frank Frazetta, RIP

Posted on May 10, 2010 by Bill Jourdain

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.  … Continue reading →

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Comics Then #4 – The Beginning of the End or a New Beginning?

Posted on April 30, 2009 by Bill Jourdain

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 … Continue reading →

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More Christmas Covers…and a Swipe

Posted on December 7, 2008 by Bill Jourdain

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 … Continue reading →

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Golden Age Reprints for 2008

Posted on November 22, 2008 by Bill Jourdain

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 … Continue reading →

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