Jules Feiffer, who passed away at 95, was a celebrated artist, cartoonist, and playwright known for his influential work in various mediums. His iconic comic strip, Feiffer, began in 1956 in The Village Voice, reflecting the cynical and leftist sentiments of postwar Greenwich Village for over four decades. Beyond cartoons, Feiffer's prolific career included novels, screenplays, and children's literature, most notably his illustrations for The Phantom Tollbooth. Born in the Bronx, his early life was shaped by a passion for radio and comic strips, significantly impacting his artistic style and narrative approach in later life.
"Jules Feiffer was primarily known as a cartoonist, whose syndicated comic strip began in The Village Voice in 1956, running for over 40 years, encapsulating postwar Greenwich Village's ethos."
"Feiffer's career spanned multiple mediums including novels, plays, screenplays, and children's books, reflecting his acerbic view of human nature across his work."
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