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Description
This book provides a historical overview of comics, tracing their development from Victorian times through the 20th century. It examines the evolution of British comics, featuring notable characters such as Roger the Dodger and Dennis the Menace. The text is designed for middle grade readers with a reading level of 3.4.
Quick Summary
Packed with vintage artwork and behind-the-scenes stories, this colorful guide takes kids on a wild ride through over a century of comic strip history. Readers get to see how their favorite troublemakers evolved, from early Victorian cartoons to cheeky characters like Roger the Dodger and Dennis the Menace, with plenty of hilarious strips and secret creator drama along the way. If your kid loves the humor and rebellion of Diary of a Chav/Diva Without a Cause a Chav/Diva Without a Cause Wimpy Kid, they'll devour this insider look at the comic strips that started all the mischief. Ideal for curious readers ages 8-12 in grades 3-6 who enjoy humor, history, and art.