Signed book: 100 Years of American Newspaper Comics. NY: Random House, 1996. Hardcover with dustjacket, 9.25 x 12.25, 413 pages. Book is highlighted by six wonderful signed sketches on the reverse of the first free end page and half-title page and are as follows: a signed and inscribed ink and watercolor sketch of Prince Valiant, signed by John Cullen Murphy; a signed and inscribed pencil sketch of The Spirit by Will Eisner; signed and inscribed ink sketch of Dennis the Menace by Hank Ketcham; signed and inscribed felt tip sketch of Mr. Wilson and Joey by Ron Ferdinand; signed and inscribed ink sketch of Dennis the Menace drawing, signed by Marcus Hamilton and a signed and inscribed color sketch of Snuffy Smith, signed by Fred Lasswell. All have been inscribed to Duane, apparently as a gift presentation. In very fine condition. R&R COA.