Summary
- Norman Rockwell Museum houses exhibit of Mad Magazine artwork
- Exhibit co-curated by political cartoonist Steve Brodner
- Mad Magazine was a humorous critique of authority figures and trends
- Artwork from Mad Magazine on display in Stockbridge, Mass.
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- Mad Magazine was known for poking fun at the government, corporations, and parents through movie parodies.
- The artists and writers called themselves “the usual gang of idiots” and often worked for Mad for decades.
- Mort Drucker, one of the artists, did not have professional training but drew for Mad for over 50 years.
- Despite its peak in 1974 with 2.1 million copies sold, Mad’s readership eventually declined due to various factors.
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- The article explores the history and impact of Mad Magazine
- It discusses the art and humor that made Mad Magazine iconic
- Norman Rockwell’s influence on the magazine is highlighted
- David Pogue provides insight into Mad Magazine’s lasting legacy