Why people recommend it
The Complete Far Side 1980-1994 by Gary Larson is a comprehensive collection of the critically acclaimed, surreal single-panel comic strip that captivated millions of readers with its bizarre humor and animal perspectives. The book collections are frequently celebrated for their enduring quality. On the Stuff You Should Know podcast during an episode in July 2024 dedicated to Jane Goodall, host Chuck discussed the famous conservationist's involvement in writing a preface for one of Gary Larson's book collections, noting how that collaboration blossomed into a genuine, cool friendship between the two figures. Furthermore, on an episode of The Joe Rogan Experience with guest Anthony Jeselnik in April 2019, the host praised The Far Side by Gary Larson, declaring it the best comic ever created and emphasizing that the humor in those book collections holds up remarkably well despite the creator having retired from syndication a long time ago. These podcast discussions illustrate the lasting cultural impact of Larson's work, bridging the worlds of primatology, comedy, and publishing through beloved print volumes that continue to entertain new generations of fans who appreciate his unique brand of absurdist wit and artistic genius.
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“She wrote a preface for one of his, uh, book collections, and it turned into like this cool friendship.”
“like the best comic ever uh gotta be gary larson's the far side those things [ __ ] hold up Did you ever read those back in the day he retired a long time ago”