Wednesday, August 9, 2017

William Irwin "Will" Eisner (March 6, 1917-January 3, 2005)

An American cartoonist and writer, Will Eisner first became known for his series The Spirit, which featureda masked crime fighter. Eisner popularized the term "graphic novel" with the publication of his book A Contract with God, which revolves around poor Jewish characters who live in a tentament building in New York City. One of the comic industries most prestigious awards, The Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards, are named in his honor.

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