The Mysterious Stranger and Other Cartoons

The Mysterious Stranger and Other Cartoons is a collection of cartoons and illustrations by the renowned American cartoonist John T. McCutcheon. Known for his sharp political commentary and witty humor McCutcheon captures the essence of early 20th-century American society through his cartoons. This collection features a variety of his works including the famous The Mysterious Stranger cartoon along with a range of other pieces that explore political social and cultural themes. McCutcheon’s cartoons in this volume offer satirical takes on contemporary issues such as politics labor movements and the growing tensions of the time. With his signature style McCutcheon uses humor to expose the absurdities of the era often poking fun at the hypocrisy and contradictions of those in power. His cartoons also reflect the mood of the American public during World War I and the societal changes of the early 20th century.