Comic Book Collection UA.1977.001

Jourdan Pineda

Special Collections and Archives

2016

Contributing Institution: Special Collections and Archives

Title: Comic Book Collection

Identifier/Call Number: UA.1977.001

Physical Description: 0.63 Linear Feet

Date (inclusive): 1961-1996

Abstract: Perceived to be a staple of literature entertainment, comic books introduced readers to superheroes and fictional stories. One of the most iconic characters to emerge from the comic era was Tarzan "King of the Apes." The story of a man who grew up to be the lord of the jungle, Tarzan swung through vines, battled fearsome creatures, and defeated powerful villains. Created by Edgar Rice Burroughs in early 20th century, Tarzan captivated readers and became a comic book icon. The rise of Tarzan's popularity led to the publication of numerous issues by many companies including DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and Dell. Today, Tarzan is considered a staple in comic literature and has inspired movies, toys, and new comics. The bulk of this collection features 1970s DC Tarzan comics. The collection also includes an issue of Batman, Mammy Yokum, Dennis the Menace, and Hurray for Andy Capp!

Language of Material: English .

Conditions Governing Use

Comic Book Collection is the physical property of California State University, Los Angeles, John F. Kennedy Memorial Library, Special Collections and Archives.

Preferred Citation

Folder title, Series, Box number, Collection title, followed by Special Collections and Archives, John F. Kennedy Memorial Library, California State University, Los Angeles

Arrangement

The collection is organized into two series: I. Tarzan Comics and II. Other Comics.

Biographical / Historical

Perceived to be a staple of literature entertainment, comic books introduced readers to superheroes and fictional stories. One of the most iconic characters to emerge from the comic era was Tarzan "King of the Apes." The story of a man who grew up to be the lord of the jungle, Tarzan swung through vines, battled fearsome creatures, and defeated powerful villains. Created by Edgar Rice Burroughs in early 20th century, Tarzan captivated readers and became a comic book icon. The rise of Tarzan's popularity led to the publication of numerous issues by many companies including DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics, and Dell.

Today, Tarzan is considered a staple in comic literature and has inspired movies, toys, and new comics.

The bulk of this collection features 1970s DC Tarzan comics. The collection also includes an issue of Batman, Mammy Yokum, Dennis the Menace, and Hurray for Andy Capp!

Scope and Contents

The materials in this collection were created from 1961-1996. The collection consists of two accessions. The first donation, primarily Tarzan comics from the mid-1960s, was donated by Marion Dearman of the Sociology Department January 31, 1977. The second donation, Tarzan comics from the mid-1990s, was donated November 9th, 2016 by Jaime Zeffery, Digitization Projects Assistant.

Series I: Tarzan Comics Inclusive Dates: 1961-1996 Arrangement: chronological

This large series consists of Tarzan storylines published by Dell, DC, and Dark Horse Comics. The comics range from 1970-1990s.

Series II: Other Comics Inclusive Dates: 1951-1975 Arrangement: chronological

This small series consists of four different comics ranging from the 1950s to 1970s. Included in this series are Batman, Mammy Yokum, Dennice the Menace, and Hurray for Andy Capp!

Subjects and Indexing Terms

Tarzan (Fictitious character)

Comics (Graphic works)

Tarzan Comics, 1961-1996

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Dell: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, A Sportman's Trophy Triggers Jungle Warfare! Volume 1, No.127 December 1961

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan of the Apes, Volume 25, No 207 August 1972, 1st DC Issue

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan of the Apes, Volume 25, No 207 August 1972, 1st DC Issue

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan of the Apes, A Son's Vengeance Volume 25, No 208 May 1972

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan of the Apes, Mate of the ApeMan, Volume 25,No. 209 June 1972

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan of the Apes, Volume 25, No 210 July 1972

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan of the Apes, Land of the Giants, Volume 25, No 211 August 1972

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 25, No 212 September 1972

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Balu of the Great Apes, Volume 25, No 213 October 1972

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan of the Apes, The Nightmare, Volume 25, No 214 November 1972

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan of the Apes, Man Enter the Mine of Hell, Volume 25, No 215 December 1972

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, The Renegade, Volume 26, No 216 January 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, The Trophy Volume 26, No 218 March 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Trial by Treachery Volume 26, No 219 April 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Fury in the Desert, Volume 26, No 220 June 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Fury in the Desert, Volume 26, No 220 June 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs The Return of Tarzan, Back to the Primitive, Volume 26, No 221 July 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs The Return of Tarzan, Back to the Primitive, Volume 26, No 221 July 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 1, 100 Page Spectacular, August 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs The Return of Tarzan, Volume 26, No 222 August 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs The Return of Tarzan- The Pit of Doom, Volume 26, No 223 September 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Death is my Brother, Volume 26, No 224 October 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Moon Beast, Volume 26, No 225 November 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Lord of the Jungle, Volume 26, No 226 December 1973

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Lord of the Jungle, Volume 27, No 227 January 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Trial by Blood, Volume 27, No 228 February 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Lord of the Jungle, Volume 27, No 229 March 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Lord of the Jungle, Volume 27, No 230 April-May 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Lord of the Jungle, Volume 27, No 230 April-May 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Lord of the Jungle, Volume 27, No 231 June-July 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Lord of the Jungle, Volume 27, No 232 August-September 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- Lord of the Jungle, The Lion Man, Volume 27, No 234 January 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, A Lost World, Volume 28, No 235 March 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 28, No 236 April 1974

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DC: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 28, No 236 April 1974

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan Lord of the Jungle, Volume 1, No. 1 of 6 June 1977

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan Lord of the Jungle, Volume 1, No. 2 of 6 July 1977

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan Lord of the Jungle, Volume 1, No. 3 of 6 August 1977

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan Lord of the Jungle, Volume 1, No. 4 of 6 September 1977

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan Lord of the Jungle, Volume 1, No. 5 of 6 October 1977

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan Lord of the Jungle, Volume 1, No. 6 of 6 November 1977

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- The Beckoning, Volume 1, No. 1 of 7 November 1992

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- The Beckoning, Volume 1, No. 2 of 7 December 1992

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- The Beckoning, Volume 1, No. 3 of 7 January 1992

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- The Beckoning, Volume 1, No. 4 of 7 February 1992

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- The Beckoning, Volume 1, No. 5 of 7 March 1992

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- The Beckoning, Volume 1, No. 6 of 7 April 1992

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Marvel: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan- The Beckoning, Volume 1, No. 7 of 7 June 1992

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Dark Horse: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 1, No. 1 of 6 July 1996

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Dark Horse: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 1, No. 2 of 6 August 1996

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Dark Horse: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 1, No. 3 of 6 August 1996

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Dark Horse: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 1, No. 4 of 6 September 1996

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Dark Horse: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 1, No. 5 of 6 November 1996

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Dark Horse: Edgar Rice Burroughs Tarzan, Volume 1, No. 6 of 6 November 1996

Other Comics

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United Feature Syndicate: Al Capp, Mammy Yokum and the Great Dogpatch Mystery? 1951

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Fawcett: Smythe, Hurray for Andy Capp! 1964

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Fawcett: Hank Ketcham: Dennis the Menace and Poor Ol' Mr. Wilson, 1967

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DC: Batman, Volume 36, No. 262 April 1975