Mad Paperbacks 50's Onwards
Step into the wild and wacky world of Mad Paperbacks 50's onwards! This collection is a treasure trove for fans of Mad Magazine Comics, featuring a hilarious lineup of titles that will have you laughing out loud. From the iconic "Like Mad" to the outrageous "Fighting Mad," and the nostalgic "The Return of a Mad Look at Old Movies," each paperback is packed with the zany humor that made Mad a household name. Dive into the absurdity with "Polyunsaturated Mad," explore the cosmic chaos of "Mad in Orbit," and enjoy the uncensored antics of "The Uncensored Mad." Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the madness, these Mad Paperbacks are sure to entertain and delight. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of laughter with "Mad Strikes Back," "Inside Mad," and more! Don t miss out on the fun grab your copies today!
The 1950s: Ballantine Books Era
The line started with Ballantine Books, publishing the first five numbered titles:
- The MAD Reader (1954/1955) – Featuring iconic cover art by Norman Mingo.
- MAD Strikes Back! (1955)
- Inside MAD (1955)
- Utterly MAD (1956)
- The Brothers MAD (1958)
The 1960s–1970s: The Signet & Warner Books Expansion
Starting in 1959 with The Bedside MAD (#6), publication shifted to Signet (New American Library). In the early 1970s, after Warner Communications acquired EC Publications, distribution transitioned to Warner Books (Warner Paperback Library).
Key 1960s Anthology Titles:
- Son of MAD (#7, 1959)
- The Organization MAD (#8, 1960)
- Like, MAD (#9, 1960)
- The Ides of MAD (#10, 1961)
- Fighting MAD (#11, 1961)
- The MAD Frontier (#12, 1962)
- MAD in Orbit (#13, 1962)
- The Voodoo MAD (#14, 1963)
| Title | Mad Paperbacks 50's Onwards |
|---|---|
| Brand | Ballantine Books/Signet / New American Library (NA |
| Category | Mad Magazine Comics |
| SKU | 69452568 |
| Condition | used |
| HS Code | 4901,99 |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| MPN | xIfXhiY |
