Issue Description

A Matter of Life and...; Harvey recalls his deteriorating behaviour in a shipping clerk job he had.

Common Sense; Harvey rides the bus while a bus driving instructor spouts out his "common sense."

Time Flies... Time Drags; Harvey has to drive back to Cleveland from Washington when he's not feeling too well.

At The Bindery; Harvey goes to collect the latest issue of his comic.

Public Utility; Harvey smells gas in his apartment.

Interviewing The Interviewer; A woman who's sent to interview Harvey tells a story about holidaying in Yosemite and crashing a press call for Queen Elizabeth.

American Splendor (1976)

Publisher

Harvey Pekar

Volume Description

The stories in American Splendor concern the everyday life of Pekar in Cleveland, Ohio. Situations covered include Pekar's job as a file clerk at a Veteran's Administration hospital and his relations with work colleagues and patients there. There are also stories about Pekar and his relations with friends and family, including his third wife Joyce Brabner and their adopted daughter Danielle. Other stories concern everyday situations such as Pekar's troubles with his car, money, his health, and his concerns and anxieties in general.

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