The World Around Us comic books issue 21

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Painted cover art by Larry Myers. The Illustrated Story of American Presidents. "American Presidents," pencils by George Evans, inks by Reed Crandall; Montage of Presidents, with introductory text on the Presidency. "The Founding Fathers," pencils by George Evans, inks by Reed Crandall; Washington chairs the Constitutional Convention as it debates and defines the office of the Presidency. "First in Peace," pencils by Norman Nodel; Washington's early life and Presidency, including debates between Jefferson and Hamilton over the nature of American society and government. "Mansion in the Mud" article, art by Gray Morrow; Career of John Adams. "Is This the Fourth?", art by John Tartaglione; Jefferson's career, Presidency, and retirement. "Madison and Monroe" article. "Old Man Eloquent," art by Gerald McCann; John Quincy Adams risks his life against the British as a boy, serves in Congress and the White House without pandering to public opinion, and angers many by opposing slavery in Congress. "Old Hickory," art by Gray Morrow; Andrew Jackson fights the British, defies captors, conducts duels, and defends the Union against nullification. "Before the Great War" article; Brief introductions to eight Presidents. "The Nation's Wounds," art by Normal Nodel; Lincoln is a successful lawyer and indulgent father who fights politically against the spread of slavery; Elected President, he guides the nation to emancipation and victory, only to be killed by an assassin. "From Johnson to McKinley" article. "The Rough Rider," art by Gerald McCann; Theodore Roosevelt overcomes youthful sickliness to make a rapid and energetic rise through public service, becoming the youngest President ever; He fights for a Square Deal for all Americans, and remains energetic in retirement. "The Nation Asks for Action"; Franklin D. Roosevelt rises in politics but is stymied by polio; He fights back and wins the Presidency, leading his nation through Depression and war only to die at the point of victory. "Electing the President"; Historical process of selectin a Presidential nominee and running for office. "The Asphalt Trap" article; Prehistoric animals are trapped in the La Brea Tar Pits. "The Unlucky Submarine" article; Confederate submarine C.S.S. Hunley sinks the U.S.S. Housatonic, but is lost with all hands in the process. 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

Volume 21 - 1st printing. "The Illustrated Story of American Presidents!"

Cover by Larry Myers.

Softcover (Spiralbound), 6-in. x 9-in., 80 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $14.99.