Comic Book Collection

Collection

Identifier: MsC0342

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Scope and Contents

The Comic Book Collection (previously known as the Floating Comic Book Collection) consists of numerous comics acquired by Special Collections at various times and which are not attached to a particular donor or otherwise dedicated collection. Hence, they might be described as "floating". This collection is, in a sense, the equivalent of a general materials collection in a library. The materials in this collection do not include mini-comics, zines, or similar sorts of amateur or self-published writings. (These can be found in the Floating Zine Collection.) Generally the comics in this particular collection are professionally-produced items (i.e. titles from established publishers such as Marvel or DC). Other publishers include, but are not limited to: Archie Comics, Dark Horse, Epic Comics, Fantagraphics Books, and World Editors.

Dates

Creation: 1971-2024

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright status for collection materials may be unknown. Transmission or reproduction of materials protected by U.S. Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.C.) beyond that allowed by fair use requires the written permission of the copyright owner. Works not in the public domain cannot be commercially exploited without permission of the copyright owners. Responsibility and potential liability based on copyright infringement for any use rests exclusively and solely with the user. Users must properly acknowledge University of Iowa Libraries Special Collections & Archives as the source of the material. For further information, visit https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/sc/services/rights/.

Extent

3.57 Linear Feet

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Numerous comics acquired by Special Collections at various times and which are not attached to a particular donor or otherwise dedicated collection. Generally the comics in this particular collection are professionally-produced items and not mini-comics, zines, or similar sorts of amateur or self-published writings.

Source of Acquisition

The collection was initially assembled beginning in November 2009. The first installment consisted mostly of comics assembled for the Comic Books Exhibition displayed in the Main Library from June-October 2009. Additional donors include Jeremy Brett and Ken Friedman.

Related Materials

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS. Special Collections Floating Zine Collection, 1998-2009. 1.0 ft Collection of assorted zines not tied to any particular donor or other collection. MsC331. See more fandom-related collections at http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/sc/resources/fandomresources/.