Trina Robbins
American cartoonist, writer, illustrator and comics historian notable for her work in the underground comix movement and for championing women in comics; co-founder of Wimmen's Comix and author of books on women superheroes and comics history.
Books
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1. The Flapper Queens
A lively illustrated history that profiles the pioneering women cartoonists who created and popularized the flapper image in the 1920s, combining biographical sketches, reproductions of their strips and advertising art, and critical commentary on how their work shaped perceptions of modern womanhood. It charts their careers, creative strategies, and the obstacles they faced in a male-dominated industry while tracing the visual and cultural legacy of their glamorous, defiant characters. Richly researched and visually driven, the book reassesses these artists' contributions to comics, fashion, and popular culture.