Moore Collection of Underground Comix (MS 052)

Abstract:

Comic book publisher and collector Michael Moore donated this collection of underground comix to Cal Poly in 1993. The collection contains comics from 1907 to 1993, with the bulk of issues representing underground comix in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Topics include feminism, marijuana legalization, Black Power, abortion, anti-war, and gay and lesbian issues. The collection reflects the rebirth of the comic book as an alternative to mass-market mainstream comic books in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The collection also contains pre-press proofs, books about comics and the history of comics, catalogs, advertisements, rock n’ roll flyers, and artwork.

Finding Aid

Descriptive Summary

Title:
Moore Collection of Underground Comix, 1907-1993 (bulk 1969-1992)
Collection Number:
MS 052
Creator:
Moore, Michael
Extent:
19 Paige boxes, 1 Hollinger box, 1 oversize box (26 linear feet)
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