American Splendor: Odds and Ends #[nn]
In "Instant Gratification," Harvey Pekar returns to Antone's Record Shop in Austin, this time facing a quiet irony when the store manager—having misplaced his previous autograph—asks for another. Written by Harvey Pekar and illustrated by Sam Hurt, with lettering and inks by Hurt, this slice-of-life entry captures the small, resonant moments of everyday life. The cover, by Joe Sacco, complements the story’s grounded tone with its distinctive, expressive style.
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Harvey makes two trips to Antone's Record Shop in Austin over a period of four months. The second time he goes he's asked for his autograph again after the first one was missplaced by the store manager.
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