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Remembering Jules Feiffer: 1929-2025

Jules Feiffer, born in 1929, was a celebrated American cartoonist, playwright and author known for his sharp wit and insightful societal commentary. He illustrated the beloved children's book "The Phantom Tollbooth" and wrote several acclaimed children's books like "Bark, George" and wrote the screenplay for the 1980 Popeye film adaptation. Feiffer passed away on January 17, 2025 at the age of 95.

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  • George's mother wants him to bark. George makes other animals noises instead, so his mother brings him to the vet. Hilarity ensues.
    Streaming VideoWeston Woods, 2003
  • This beloved story was first published more than fifty years ago. It is illustrated by Feiffer and introduces readers to Milo and his adventures in the Lands Beyond.
    eBookRandom House Children's Books, 2011
  • What do you do when your favorite toy disappears, and you can't find it where you left it? What if your family is no help at all? A determined little detective heads up the search, and discovers more than she ever expected.
    Downloadable AudiobookScholastic Inc.
  • Jules Feiffer brings the fantastical to life with his signature style in this zany, whimsical adventure about a family on a quest to find their mother and save another dimension.
    eBookHarperCollins, 2024
  • This graphic novel is for grown ups. Kill My Mother is a loving homage to the pulp-inspired films and comic strips of Feiffer's youth.
    eAudiobookSymphony Space, 2014
  • Popeye is a 1980 American musical comedy film directed by Robert Altman and produced by Paramount Pictures and Walt Disney Productions. Jules Feiffer wrote the screenplay adaptation.
    Streaming VideoParamount Pictures, 1980
  • Out of Line

    The Art of Jules Feiffer

    Fay, Martha
    Everyone knows a Feiffer illustration when they see his characters leap across the page, each line belying humor and psychological insight. This collection covers his career up until its publication.
    eBookABRAMS, Inc., 2015
  • Illustrated by Feiffer, this book tells of Princess Patricia Priscilla. She is bored with her royal life and the excitement surrounding her sixteenth birthday ball.
    eBookHarperCollins, 2010
  • Jules Feiffer brings the fantastical to life with his signature style in this zany, whimsical adventure about a family on a quest to find their mother and save another dimension.
    Graphic NovelNew York, NY : Michael Di Capua Books Harper Collins Publishers, 2024 — KIDS GRAPHIC NOVEL AMAZING GRAPES
  • George's mother wants him to bark. George makes other animals noises instead, so his mother brings him to the vet. Hilarity ensues.
    Picture Book[New York?] : HarperCollins Publishers, 1999 — J PICTURE BOOK FEI
  • This beloved story was first published more than fifty years ago. It is illustrated by Feiffer and introduces readers to Milo and his adventures in the Lands Beyond.
    BookNew York : Epstein & Carroll : distributed by Random House, 1961 — JFICTION JUSTER