The Best of Archie Comics Paperback – August 16, 2011

A dazzling array of gems from the Archie-verse, from the raw but promising beginning to the sophisticated yet (amazingly) still family friendly present, this generous compendium offers more than simply stories: for instance, each decade (1940's-2000's), is introduced with a historical overview to set the scene and provide context. The format makes it easy and fun to watch the evolution of "America's favorite redheaded teenager", and to see what changes (e.g., the style of artwork, the pop cultural trappings and references) and what remains the same (e.g., the core values of wholesomeness, kindness, and most important: warmhearted humor). One thing that surprised me: the legendary, supposedly "eternal" triangle of Archie and his two girlfriends, Betty and Veronica, did not exist at the beginning. Betty was, as always, there for her beloved Archie, but Veronica took a while to grace Riverdale with her presence. After all, who notices you if you arrive on time? Far better to make a belated--and grand--entrance.As one may judge from my five-star rating, I found it nearly perfect. What didn't I like? Well...Super Duck, for one. Raised on the incomparable Disney's "good Duck artist", Carl Barks, I found Super Duck a Super Dud. My other complaint is the scantiness of the Katy Keene material. Oh, well. With seven decades to cover, not every star in the Archie-cosmos will get equal sky-space.Bottom line: I was thrilled when my sister, a voracious Kindle-reader, alerted me to this reasonably-priced anthology. Fellow Comic book- and Kindle-lovers: Do yourselves a favor and download this treasure trove of American popular culture from a publishing company that has never been afraid to innovate (and along the way, slyly educate)--but that has never abandoned its primary purpose: to entertain and to amuse.Long live Archie and company!

I have always enjoyed Archie comics but I stopped collecting them as a young adult. This collection reacquaints me with the Archie and the gang I knew and introduces me to the gang as they were before my generation.I'd go as far as to say it's a must read for true fans. I wish there were more volumes like this one as 400 pages make it good value for money spent.

Wow I am used to read archie comics for a long time. And as I read the best of archie comics i am impressed with the choices of tales and enjoyed all the tales. Since it is hard to buy the paperbased comics. I like the e-comics on my tablet while I rest my back on bed

This softcover book was very good with tons of comics and commentaries. It was somewhat difficult to hold and would not stay open. I had to hold it open because it was so thick - good because it had so many good reads, bad because it was hard to hold. I was not sure what I was buying, but didn't much care because I was more interested in reviewing the best of Archie over the years. I would buy another Graphic Novel, but might look a little closer at the specs. :)

Archie has been popular through the decades. Not only was there a comic but also a radio show and a cartoon where everyone showed off their music abilities. "Archie's here, Betty's here, Veronica too. Reggie's here, hey Jughead, where are you?" Archie comics bring back memories of my childhood. I still remember my first Archie comic, my aunt bought it for me while we were at the beach. This book has enough Archie and friends for everyone. You get to read the first comic and see just how different the character and storyline were. Who knew Veronica showed up in Riverdale because of a bonehead move by Jughead and Archie's creepy obsession with writing her letters he never intended to mail? Before each group of comics you have short articles by people who worked on the comic telling why they liked this particular story. There is also an appearance by Stan Lee, who knew he was such an Archie fan? Other comics from the Archie family show up as well. Enjoy your ride down memory land and get to know Archie and the gang all over again.

I have loved the Archie comics since way back when I was a kid. I usually purchase the supermarket Archie double digest comic books which can cost 2.75 or more a piece. So when I saw this deal I grabbed it up. The paperback is THICK! It is 416 pages and packed with all the fun loving antics that Archie and the gang can cook up! So grab yourself a big bowl of popcorn and "The Best of Archie Comics" book and reminisce about a time when life was simpler and carefree with THE ARCHIES! Thanks and God Bless!

The original is always the best. My 13 year old grandson is hooked on tv series, Riverdale. This is an update of the Archie comic. Sadly, the update does not do justice to original characters or story lines. I’m glad I was able toShow my grandson what Archie was really all about.

I didn't grow up reading DC or Marvel. Archie and the gang were my favorite comics.I think "Best" in the title is a little misleading. This is more of a broad survey of Archie Comics (including the non-Archie titles). However, I did enjoy the selections they included--even the newer stuff that I had not previously been interested in (the wedding/marriage titles) that I may check out now.Mixed in with the comics were some stories about the history of the franchise, including decade overviews that put the changes made to the characters in the context of the changing trends.

I bought it for my granddaughter who is 26 now. She has always enjoyed all the Archie books that I bought her.

HISTÓRIAS MUITO DIVERTIDAS.

Good quality considering it's second hand. Delivery was faster than estimated. Happy wityh purchase from this store!

The love story passes on to the next generation & continues...

1941年から2010年までのアーチーシリーズの名エピソードを年代順で400ページにまとめた分厚いペーパーバック。収録作品はオリジナル自体が白黒だった物を除けば、全部フルカラー。　アーチーやジャグヘッド、ベティ、ベロニカ、レジーといったお馴染みのキャラが活躍する本編だけでなく、「Sabrina, the Teenage Witch」や「Jossie and the Pussycats」といったアーチー・コミックの他作品も併録。あと「Life with Archie」の冒頭もちょっとだけ収録されてる。　更に各エピソードの冒頭には、有名ライターや著名人（キッスのジーン・シモンズやスティーブン・キングなど）による、アーチー・コミックの思い出や解説文が付いている。1000円ちょっとの値段でこれだけの内容が読めるのは、非常にお買い得。