Harvey Kurtzman

Writing

Born October 3, 1924 — Died February 21, 1993

From Brooklyn, New York, U.S.

Biography

One of the most influential, yet unsung, figures in American humor, cartoonist Harvey Kurtzman created "Mad Magazine" in 1952, and for the next few years served as its editor and primary writer. After his departure from "Mad, " he created two more humor magazines, "Trump" and "Help!" Although neithe...