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Paperback. Condizione: Good. Comics in the 1950s is a nowhere medium for journeymen and artistically frustrated illustrators. Certainly that's what Bernie Krigstein - a comics artist and out-of-step painter slumming in the sleazy comics industry to make ends meet - thinks. What starts as an escape attempt from the rut of cranking out comics takes successive leaps into tales of labour organising and fighting tenaciously to realise the artistic potential of the medium. The Outsider is both a bird's-eye view of the comic book industry in the 1950s and an intimate portrait of one of its most militant artists. Joseph D'Esposito explores the Jewish roots of comics and its lineage of Black, women, and other unsung participants (such as Matt Baker, a Black pioneer of the graphic novel). In the political hotbed of postwar America, the personal and the political weave vertiginously, culminating in 'Master Race,' written by Al Feldstein and elevated into one of the few serious early comics works by Krigstein's formal innovations. The beating heart of Krigstein's journey is his wife, Natalie, a multifaceted character who grapples with competing roles as steadfast partner, postpartum mother, and ambitious writer. Other friends and foils include Stan Lee, Harvey Kurtzman, and Robert Kanigher. The Outsider is a story about dedication, frustration, ambition, anger, integrity - the 1950s comic book industry - all told in vivid, painterly strokes of melancholic blue.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Comics in the 1950s is a nowhere medium for journeymen and artistically frustrated illustrators. Certainly that's what Bernie Krigstein - a comics artist and out-of-step painter slumming in the sleazy comics industry to make ends meet - thinks. What starts as an escape attempt from the rut of cranking out comics takes successive leaps into tales of labour organising and fighting tenaciously to realise the artistic potential of the medium. The Outsider is both a bird's-eye view of the comic book industry in the 1950s and an intimate portrait of one of its most militant artists. Joseph D'Esposito explores the Jewish roots of comics and its lineage of Black, women, and other unsung participants (such as Matt Baker, a Black pioneer of the graphic novel). In the political hotbed of postwar America, the personal and the political weave vertiginously, culminating in 'Master Race,' written by Al Feldstein and elevated into one of the few serious early comics works by Krigstein's formal innovations. The beating heart of Krigstein's journey is his wife, Natalie, a multifaceted character who grapples with competing roles as steadfast partner, postpartum mother, and ambitious writer. Other friends and foils include Stan Lee, Harvey Kurtzman, and Robert Kanigher. The Outsider is a story about dedication, frustration, ambition, anger, integrity - the 1950s comic book industry - all told in vivid, painterly strokes of melancholic blue.…

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Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Comics in the 1950s is a nowhere medium for journeymen and artistically frustrated illustrators. Certainly that's what Bernie Krigstein - a comics artist and out-of-step painter slumming in the sleazy comics industry to make ends meet - thinks. What starts as an escape attempt from the rut of cranking out comics takes successive leaps into tales of labour organising and fighting tenaciously to realise the artistic potential of the medium. The Outsider is both a bird's-eye view of the comic book industry in the 1950s and an intimate portrait of one of its most militant artists. Joseph D'Esposito explores the Jewish roots of comics and its lineage of Black, women, and other unsung participants (such as Matt Baker, a Black pioneer of the graphic novel). In the political hotbed of postwar America, the personal and the political weave vertiginously, culminating in 'Master Race,' written by Al Feldstein and elevated into one of the few serious early comics works by Krigstein's formal innovations. The beating heart of Krigstein's journey is his wife, Natalie, a multifaceted character who grapples with competing roles as steadfast partner, postpartum mother, and ambitious writer. Other friends and foils include Stan Lee, Harvey Kurtzman, and Robert Kanigher. The Outsider is a story about dedication, frustration, ambition, anger, integrity - the 1950s comic book industry - all told in vivid, painterly strokes of melancholic blue. A secret history of comics, unearthed within the moving biography of legendary comic artist Bernard Krigstein. Take a walk with The Outsider. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: New.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condizione: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail.…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 172 pages. 10.01x7.26x10.00 inches. In Stock.

Condizione: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail.…

Condizione: New. 2026. paperback. . . . . .

Paperback / softback. Condizione: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Condizione: New. 2026. paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 172 pages. 10.01x7.26x10.00 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Comics in the 1950s is a nowhere medium for journeymen and artistically frustrated illustrators. Certainly that's what Bernie Krigstein - a comics artist and out-of-step painter slumming in the sleazy comics industry to make ends meet - thinks. What starts as an escape attempt from the rut of cranking out comics takes successive leaps into tales of labour organising and fighting tenaciously to realise the artistic potential of the medium. The Outsider is both a bird's-eye view of the comic book industry in the 1950s and an intimate portrait of one of its most militant artists. Joseph D'Esposito explores the Jewish roots of comics and its lineage of Black, women, and other unsung participants (such as Matt Baker, a Black pioneer of the graphic novel). In the political hotbed of postwar America, the personal and the political weave vertiginously, culminating in 'Master Race,' written by Al Feldstein and elevated into one of the few serious early comics works by Krigstein's formal innovations. The beating heart of Krigstein's journey is his wife, Natalie, a multifaceted character who grapples with competing roles as steadfast partner, postpartum mother, and ambitious writer. Other friends and foils include Stan Lee, Harvey Kurtzman, and Robert Kanigher. The Outsider is a story about dedication, frustration, ambition, anger, integrity - the 1950s comic book industry - all told in vivid, painterly strokes of melancholic blue. A secret history of comics, unearthed within the moving biography of legendary comic artist Bernard Krigstein. Take a walk with The Outsider. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Comics in the 1950s is a nowhere medium for journeymen and artistically frustrated illustrators. Certainly that's what Bernie Krigstein - a comics artist and out-of-step painter slumming in the sleazy comics industry to make ends meet - thinks. What starts as an escape attempt from the rut of cranking out comics takes successive leaps into tales of labour organising and fighting tenaciously to realise the artistic potential of the medium. The Outsider is both a bird's-eye view of the comic book industry in the 1950s and an intimate portrait of one of its most militant artists. Joseph D'Esposito explores the Jewish roots of comics and its lineage of Black, women, and other unsung participants (such as Matt Baker, a Black pioneer of the graphic novel). In the political hotbed of postwar America, the personal and the political weave vertiginously, culminating in 'Master Race,' written by Al Feldstein and elevated into one of the few serious early comics works by Krigstein's formal innovations. The beating heart of Krigstein's journey is his wife, Natalie, a multifaceted character who grapples with competing roles as steadfast partner, postpartum mother, and ambitious writer. Other friends and foils include Stan Lee, Harvey Kurtzman, and Robert Kanigher. The Outsider is a story about dedication, frustration, ambition, anger, integrity - the 1950s comic book industry - all told in vivid, painterly strokes of melancholic blue. A secret history of comics, unearthed within the moving biography of legendary comic artist Bernard Krigstein. Take a walk with The Outsider. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: New.

paperback. Condizione: new.

Condizione: New.