I guess erotic art has been around since humans first tried drawing and with this book, Tim Pilcher and Gene Kannenburg present an illustrated history of Erotic Comics. Starting from pre-comics days the book progresses through to the 1970's. Volume two, which will take the story up to the present is due out Spring 2009 (and will include Space Babe 113).

The books covers a lot of material and revealed much I was unaware of. I was surprised by how naughty the Victorians/Edwardians were, for example - I knew about Aubrey Beardsley but it would seem he was not alone! I particularly liked the Edwardian postcard featuring the "pussy joke".

As the history proceeds though the 20th centuary to the '70s, Tijuana Bibles, the 60s underground comix, Jane, Barbarella, Wally Wood and loads more naughty bits are discussed and not just work of British or US origin. There is lots of great artwork and information in this book.

I would certainly recomend this to all erotic comic fans.

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