Schulz and Peanuts
A Biography
David Michaelis
A revealing biography of the beloved cartoonist behind Peanuts, David Michaelis' book explores Charles Schulz's modest upbringing, his traumatic childhood experiences, and the ways in which his experiences shaped his iconic comic strip. Peanuts had a profound impact on American culture, embedding adult themes in a world of childlike wonder, and Schulz became a key figure in shaping the national imagination. Schulz's story is a portrait of a hidden American genius, whose humor and insight continue to resonate today.
Publish Date
2007-10-16T00:00:00.000Z
2007-10-16T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
3.73
ISBN
9780066213934
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Amazing. And, basically, the biographer makes the case that Peanuts was the longest, continuous work of American art ever made. – source