Description: (American Cartoonist, Editor and Comics Advocate)
Art Spiegelman is a prominent American cartoonist and comics advocate renowned for his graphic novel Maus. He started his career at Topps and later gained recognition in the underground comix scene during the 1970s. As a co-editor of magazines like Arcade and Raw, Spiegelman played a key role in introducing new talents to the comics industry. His work has been celebrated with awards, including a special Pulitzer Prize for Maus, a highly acclaimed and influential work. Spiegelman remains dedicated to promoting comics literacy through his editorial work, teaching, and speaking engagements.