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Harvey Pekar
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Creation & Design

Harvey Pekar created a unique autobiographical comic style that focused on the mundane aspects of everyday life, reflecting his own experiences and observations.

Early Years

Pekar grew up in Cleveland and worked as a file clerk at a VA hospital, where he began writing comic stories about his life and the people around him.

Character Development

Throughout his career, Pekar evolved from a niche comic book writer to a cultural icon, influencing the genre of autobiographical comics and inspiring future generations of creators.

Cultural Reception

Pekar's work received critical acclaim for its honest portrayal of everyday life and its innovative approach to storytelling in comics.

Character Details

Real Name:
Harvey Lawrence Pekar
First Appearance:
American Splendor #1
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Abilities:
Storytelling, Writing
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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American Splendor #1
Harvey ⋅ 1976
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American Splendor #1
 
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Key Facts

Autobiographical comic book featuring stories about the author, Harvey Pekar and his life in Cleveland, Ohio

Adapted into a film starring Paul Giamatti as Harvey Pekar

American Splendor was a 16 issue series, published annually until 1993 when it was then acquired by Dark Horse

American Splendor #2
Harvey ⋅ 1977
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American Splendor #2
 
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$50

Key Facts

Autobiography of underground comic pioneer Harvey Pekar

Print run: 5,000 copies

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