Al Jaffee Gags Again

A pair of paperback gag collections from New American Library, Al Jaffee Gags Again (1975–1980) showcases the legendary Mad magazine cartoonist's signature blend of absurdist one-panel humor and intricate, surreal visual puns. Across just two issues, Al Jaffee—best known for inventing the fold-in—lets loose with a barrage of standalone cartoons that feel like a master class in clever, wordplay-driven comedy. It’s a compact but essential snapshot of a genius working at the peak of his gag-cartoon powers, proving his brilliance extended far beyond the pages of Mad.