Life and Death of Fritz the Cat TP

Robert Crumb's iconic Fritz the Cat returns in a definitive trade paperback that gathers his long-running cat into one volume. The character—horny, streetwise, and counterculture-smart—led readers through the mid-1960s to the early 1970s, a period later revisited in animation but reshaped by Crumb's own uneasy feelings about the film. This Life and Death of Fritz the Cat collects Fritz's early sketchbook tales like "Hey, Ol' Cat!" and "Fritz Comes On Strong," through raucous adventures such as "Special Agent for the C.I.A." to the stark, infamous ending in "Fritz the Cat, Superstar." The package includes an introduction by Crumb, sketchbook pages, and more, all presented in a new paperback edition. Crumb remains the writer, artist, and cover designer, guiding readers through a pivotal chapter in underground comics.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of underground comix and Robert Crumb's work
• Readers who enjoy counterculture satire and adult graphic narratives
• People curious about the history of comics and Fritz the Cat's influence
• Students or new readers exploring the evolution of indie comics in the 1960s and 1970s