The Best of Mutts [Hardcover]

Patrick McDonnell (Author), Alice Sebold (Introduction), Glen David Gold (Introduction)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2007

Ten years. A decade. In dog and cat years it's even longer, and in cartooning years, well, it's just plain rare to maintain the popularity and consistent excellence that Mutts and Patrick McDonnell have achieved. In The Best of Mutts the 17th—and first-ever hardcover with Andrews McMeel Publishing—Mutts cartoon collection, McDonnell selects his favorite strips from the past 10 years.

· Certain to be a much-sought-after holiday gift and a special tome for collectors and fans, this collection is divided into ten chapters, each featuring an introduction by McDonnell.

· Earl and Mooch, along with supporting sidekicks Shtinky Puddin', Sourpuss, Guard Dog, and Crabby, are featured. Including the Gift of Nothing, the introduction of the pink sock, belly rubs, angel visits, and the formation of the Mutts Book Club, this treasury collects more than 300 poignantly entertaining Mutts strips.

· Always striking a delicate balance between lighthearted fun and responsible social commentary, McDonnell's work has been recognized by critics and the popular press for its distinctive style, heartwarming humor, and strong yet non-preachy stand on responsible pet ownership, animal protection and advocacy, art and artist appreciation, the celebration of nature, and the sanctity of all life.

Mutts appears in 700 newspapers in over 20 countries and receives about two million visits each month to its official Web site, muttscomics.com

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About the Author

Patrick McDonnell, a New York Times best-selling author, is a native of New Jersey. He received the National Cartoonists Society's Reuben Award for Cartoonist of the Year in 1999, and Mutts was named Strip of the Year in 1997. A dedicated animal advocate and Genesis Award recipient, Patrick regularly lends his talents to animal-protection groups and issues, including the Humane Society of the United States, where he serves on the national board of directors. Patrick was also recently elected to the board of directors of the Charles M. Schulz Museum.Author's web site: muttscomics.com

Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing (September 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0740768441
• ISBN-13: 978-0740768446
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 11 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #317,841 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Patrick McDonnell is a New York Times best-selling author. He received the National Cartoonists Society Reuben Award for Cartoonist of the Year in 1999, and Mutts was named Strip of the Year in 1997. A dedicated animal advocate and Genesis Award recipient, McDonnell regularly lends his talents to animal protection groups and issues, including the Humane Society of the United States, where he serves on the national board of directors. McDonnell was also recently elected to the board of directors of the Charles M. Schulz Museum. He is a native of New Jersey.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Yesh!!, December 31, 2007

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This review is from: The Best of Mutts (Hardcover)

This is the second of the books we gave our grandson for his birthday. He is in love with these tender animals. He catches their poignancy and wit. He often speaks of their kindness.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A welcome addition to any personal or community library collection, November 3, 2007

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This review is from: The Best of Mutts (Hardcover)

Patrick McDonnell's legendary comic strip showcasing the adventures and observations of Earl the dog and Mooch the cat entertained readers throughout its 300+ strip history. These two unlikely buddies were supported by a cast of memorable characters that included Shtinky Puddin', Sourpuss, and Guard Dog. Deftly embedded in this popular newspaper cartoon series were lessons on love, friendship, animal advocacy, and pet ownership. Now Andrews & McMeel have meticulously published "The Best Of Mutts" featuring McDonnel's own hand-picked favorites from the dailies and the Sunday strips over the past ten years. the cartoons are arranged into ten chapters, each of which is enhanced with an introduction by McDonnell. A welcome addition to any personal or community library collection, "The Best Of Mutts" will well serve to introduce a whole new generation to a superbly crafted series that is as popular today as when it first appeared so many years ago.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice quality, December 27, 2007

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L Kraus - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Best of Mutts (Hardcover)

This book was actually a gift for my son who absolutely loves it. The book itself is also really nice, seems like I'll keep it for a collector's item.