The seventh MAD magazine paperback, dubbed Son of MAD featured a simply outstanding cover by the great Frank Kelly Freas. This image of a Kong-like figure menaced by the baby Alfred is funny and exceedingly well crafted.
I was able to snag a 2003 reproduction of this classic paperback a few days ago to go along with the IBook reprints I showcased yesterday. It's a gem.
In 1993 Freas recreated the image beautifully as seen above. The original is apparently lost for all time sadly. I still prefer the more rugged original, but this recreation is slick and handsome too.
UPDATE: As pointed out in the comments section this volume of MAD makes a cameo in A Hard Day's Night starring the Beatles.
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Isn't this the MAD book that's read on the train in 'A Hard Days Night'..?
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You are quite right and I've added that delicious info to the post. Thanks muchly!
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