In Dog Years I'd Be Dead: Garfield at 25 Book

Experience twenty-five years of the furry phenomenon known as Garfield with this fun, in-depth, and lavishly illustrated book. Jim Davisâ??s grandfather, James A. Garfield Davis, was a big, cantankerous, outspoken man. Garfield is a big, cantankerous, outspoken cat. Coincidence? Of course not. The cartoon affectionately modeled on his grandfather has propelled creator Jim Davisâ??and Garfieldâ??into the realm of comic superstardom. In this book, youâ??ll get a unique look back at the humble beginnings and enormous success of Americaâ??s favorite feline.In Dog Years Iâ??d Be Dead takes a comprehensive look at everything Garfieldâ?? the comics, the television shows, the zillions of products (who on the planet hasnâ??t seen the grinning plush doll suction-cupped to a car window?), and, of course, the fans. Youâ??ll get the inside scoop about the pioneering comic-strip books that set the standard for the industry with a shape now called the â??Garfield format.â? Youâ??ll venture into the studio where the voice talent recorded TV shows, and hear about the antics of special guest stars like Jonathan Winters and Buddy Hackett. Loaded with never-before-seen archival gems from Jim Davisâ??s personal collection and tribute cartoons from legends like Beetle Baileyâ??s Mort Walker, Blondieâ??s Dean Young, and The Family Circusâ??s Bill Keane, this is a book to treasure.Read More