Vintage 1965
The Best Cartoons from France
| Panther Paperback | Risqué Humour | French Satire
Condition:
Used – Good vintage condition. Light wear and age-related tanning to pages. Structurally sound. See all photos for exact condition.
Item Description:
Offered for sale is an original 1965 Panther paperback edition of
The Best Cartoons from France
, a cheeky, satirical, and witty collection of French cartoons compiled by Edna Bennett with a preface by Philippe Halsman. This edition features bold, risqué, and clever illustrations that explore themes like
l’amour
, art, tourism, dining, and modern life—true to the provocative flair of mid-century French humour.
Details:
Title:
The Best Cartoons from France
Editor:
Edna Bennett
Preface by:
Philippe Halsman
Publisher:
Panther Books Ltd.
First Published:
1954
This Edition:
Panther Paperback, May 1965
Format:
Softcover/Paperback
Pages:
Unnumbered, approx. 100+
Illustrations:
Black-and-white cartoons throughout
Size:
Approx. 7" x 4.5"
Highlights:
Features dozens of satirical cartoons by various French artists
Themes include love, gender roles, in-laws, modern art, and absurdity in everyday life
Includes both single-panel and multi-panel formats
Iconic mid-century cartoon style with punchy captions
Preface highlights the cultural and moral climate behind the humour
Condition Notes:
Front cover clean and vibrant with some edge wear and mild signs of handling
Interior pages have consistent vintage tanning/browning but no writing, tears, or missing content
Binding solid and fully intact
Slight wear to corners and spine
A fantastic addition for collectors of vintage humour, mid-century pop culture, French art books, or lovers of risqué European satire.
Shipping:
Will be shipped with care and backing board for protection. Dispatched within 1–2 business days.