SERGIO ARAGONES FUNNIES (2011)

"(W/A) Sergio Aragones Matt Groening proudly presents an all-new monthly series by the world's most famous and most honored cartoonist, Sergio Aragonés! Each issue offers an assortment of autobiographical anecdotes, perplexing puzzles, slap-happy short stories, as well as Sergio's unique and hilarious pantomimes and gags. With this new series, the world's most beloved cartoonist continues to prove that humor is truly a universal language!"

"(W/A) Sergio Aragonés More autobiographical anecdotes, perplexing puzzles, silly short stories, and hilarious pantomime gags, featuring a return to Skull Island, where Sergio Aragones takes on King Kong, as well as a tale about a beautiful girl with a lifelong desire to become Miss Universe - but on what planet? Then, learn of Sergio's first money-making scheme (at 9-years-old)!"

"(W/A) Sergio Aragonés Sergio Aragonés, master cartoonist will delight you with an autobiographical story about his encounter with the preeminent cellist of all time, Pablo Casals, in Acapulco, Mexico in 1960. Add to that a tale about a wandering lion and another about a comic book project from the past, 'Sergio's Inferno.' Also, there are plenty of guffaws to be had with more of Sergio's gags and games!"

"(W/A) Sergio Aragonés Sergio Aragonés, master cartoonist, tells the classic tale of the kindly old toymaker who wanted more than anything in the world a son - and a wife! Sergio will also delight you with the other love of his youth (besides cartooning) - marionette puppets. Also, there will be plenty of puns and puzzles to please and perplex you."

"(W/A) Sergio Aragonés Along with Sergio's usual MAD-ness, the consummate cartoonist crafts three enthralling tales: a brilliant pantomime entitled 'The Piano; an exploration of the dreaded guillotine; and a recounting of his experiences in Antarctica!"

"Sergio Aragonés continues to dazzle his readers with humorous and heartfelt stories this holiday season. First, he recounts a dangerous moment from his childhood while with his friend Julio. Then, a photographer sets out to document a Native American tribal ritual with severe consequences. Also, a fun-filled assortment of Sergio's gags and games."

"Sergio uses some slight of hand this month to conjure up the tale of a man who has an inner desire to become a magician and the arduous journey to achieve his goal. Then, the master storyteller delves into Hawaiian mythology and the legend of the magical Menehunes. And, follow Sergio as he recounts his first steps towards becoming a professional cartoonist."

"Sergio Aragonés Funnies returns this month, as Sergio revisits the Old West with a story about a group of bandits who decide to embark on a less dangerous and more profitable career. Then, learn more about the famous Mad Magazine trips-one of Sergio's favorites-to his home country Mexico. And, of course, there will lots of laughs, gags and puzzles along the way!"

"Ever wonder where the terms 'son of a gun,' 'face the music,' and 'the whole nine yards' came from? This month, Sergio explores the historical origins of those commonly used phrases and more. Then a struggling inventor yearns for three wishes that will bring him success. And then Sergio recounts his childhood memories as a WWII refugee aboard a ship bound for Mexico, where he first came face to face with a sea serpent; plus, a plethora of Sergio's pleasing puzzles and pantomimes."

"Sergio regales us with a survivor's tale straight from the decks of the RMS Titanic. Then, he recalls how he made his 'Second Peso' as a budding professional cartoonist. Add in a mix of mazes and marginal comic strips, and you will be in for a fun-tastic time."

"More fantastic fun from Sergio Aragonés this month as the maestro tells the troubling tale of a scavenging search party who come across the wreckage of a plane that holds some dark secrets of its own. Then learn about Sergio's gargantuan gift to his dear friend and publisher of MAD Magazine, William Gaines. And, of course, you can expect more delightful puzzles and pantomimes from the most beloved cartoonist in the world."

"The Sergio Aragonés Funnies maxi-series comes to an end (for now!) with another astonishing anthology of autobiographical anecdotes, perplexing puzzles, and silly short stories from the maestro of mirth! Join Sergio as he encounters Japanese icon Toshiro Mifune and spins a tale of a comic fan determined to emulate his favorite superhero!"