The Far Side� is back in this much-anticipated three-volume slipcased paperback edition of The Complete Far Side! "Every one of these cartoons is just something that drifted into my head when I was alone with my thoughts. And, for better or worse, I 'jotted' them down. It was only later, when perhaps I received an angry letter from someone, that it struck me: Hey! Someone's been reading my diary!" --Gary Larson, from the preface to The Complete Far Side Originally published in hardcover in 2003, The Complete Far Side ...
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The Far Side� is back in this much-anticipated three-volume slipcased paperback edition of The Complete Far Side! "Every one of these cartoons is just something that drifted into my head when I was alone with my thoughts. And, for better or worse, I 'jotted' them down. It was only later, when perhaps I received an angry letter from someone, that it struck me: Hey! Someone's been reading my diary!" --Gary Larson, from the preface to The Complete Far Side Originally published in hardcover in 2003, The Complete Far Side was a New York Times bestseller. Now it's back as a paperback set with a newly designed slipcase that will delight Far Side fans. Revered by its fans as the funniest, most original, most "What the ... ?"-inspiring cartoon ever, The Far Side� debuted in January 1980 and enjoyed an illustrious 14 years on the world's comics pages until Gary Larson's retirement in 1994. The Complete Far Side celebrates Larson's twisted, irreverent genius in this ultimate Far Side book. A masterpiece of comic brilliance, The Complete Far Side contains every Far Side cartoon ever syndicated--over 4,000 if you must know--presented in (more or less) chronological order by year of publication, with more than 1,100 that had never before appeared in a book. Also included are additional Far Side cartoons Larson created after his retirement: 13 that appeared in the last Far Side book, Last Chapter and Worse, and six cartoons that periodically ran as a special feature in the New York Times Science Times section as The Far Side� of Science. Creator Gary Larson offers a rare glimpse into the mind of The Far Side� in quirky and thoughtful introductions to each of the 14 chapters. Complaint letters, fan letters, and queries from puzzled readers appear alongside some of the more provocative or elusive panels. Actor, author, and comedian Steve Martin offers his sagacious thoughts in a foreword, and Larson's former editor describes what it was like to be "the guy who could explain every Far Side cartoon." During its 14-year run, The Far Side� was syndicated internationally to over 1,900 daily newspapers. It spawned 23 books and has been translated into 17 different languages. Copyright � 2014, 2003 FarWorks, Inc. All rights reserved. The Far Side�, FarWorks, Inc.�, and the Larson� signature are registered trademarks of FarWorks, Inc. in certain countries.
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Love it. Going through it brings back memories from decades ago.
Dene Nixon
Mar 3, 2011
Crazy Far Side
I couldn't be happier when I received this enormous boxed set to replace one that I lost in a house fire last year. Thanks again for the quick turnaround. If you people are interested in Mr. Larson and his craziness --- get it !
Sandra A
Dec 30, 2010
Yes!
The Complete Farside. If you are familiar with The Farside,nothing more needs to be said! If you aren't familiar with it: this set is for anyone who's sense of humor is about 23 degrees off normal! Full of puns, sight gags, and "normal" situations, twisted to a different point of view. I mourned the day I heard Gary Larson had stopped the 'toon, but now, I have something to live for!
Means
Feb 21, 2009
Cavemen, Dinosaurs, and Scientists oh my!
One of the most enjoyable exhibits I viewed at the Smithsonian Natural History Museum (Washington, D.C.) was a collection of Mr gary Larson original drawings. It was the perfect setting for these treasures. Scientists, cavemen, and dinosaurs Oh My!
This collection is a must have for people who love comics. While some might argue that Mr Larson's point of view is eccentric it reveals an a true artist (that not only thinks but has a big heart!) He loves his characters even when he puts them in strange circumstance.
There is not a review that can really do justice to the work contained within these volumes. You have to see it for yourself. Because you would not believe me if I tried to explain it to you. Ok. A scientist (you know this because they all have white jackets with pens in the top pocket) is intently working on a missile. Another Scientist is walking up from behind with a paper bag ready to pop it! That is why seeing is necessary. Besides the two volume set is so heavy that it can hold up a broken bookcase by itself!
Sincerely yours, means Johnston III
