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Horror comics were among the first comic books published--ghastly tales that soon developed an avid young readership, along with a bad reputation. Parent groups, psychologists, even the United States government joined in a crusade to wipe out the horror comics industry--and they almost succeeded. Yet the genre survived and flourished, from the 1950s to today.

This history covers the tribulations endured by horror comics creators and the broader impact on the comics industry. The genre''s ultimate success helped launch the careers of many of the biggest names in comics. Their stories and the stories of other key players are included, along with a few surprises.

The Horror Comic Never Dies

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    A Paperback by Michael Walton

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      Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 1/30/2019 12:01:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781476675367, 978-1476675367
      ISBN10: 1476675368

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Horror comics were among the first comic books published--ghastly tales that soon developed an avid young readership, along with a bad reputation. Parent groups, psychologists, even the United States government joined in a crusade to wipe out the horror comics industry--and they almost succeeded. Yet the genre survived and flourished, from the 1950s to today.

      This history covers the tribulations endured by horror comics creators and the broader impact on the comics industry. The genre''s ultimate success helped launch the careers of many of the biggest names in comics. Their stories and the stories of other key players are included, along with a few surprises.

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