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Monday, October 28, 1996
UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
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Larson back from the Far Side of retirement
By Cameron Heeg
Kansan staff writer
A temporary cure for an alliment that affects thousands of people around the world has been developed.
The sickness: Post-Far Side depression. The cure: 13 new Far Side comics.
For the first time since Dec. 31, 1994, cartoonist Gary Larson came out of retirement to draw 13 comics for his new book, Last Chapter and Worse.
Even though the book is called Last Chapter and Worse, Larson warns in the book's preamble that his cartoon career is not yet over. He is looking forward to creating more mischief with his wide variety of animal and human characters.
Larson began drawing the one-panel Far Side comics in 1980 and did so for 14 years. Before his retirement, The Far Side appeared in more than 1,900 daily and Sunday newspapers around the world. The
comic, which has been translated into 17 different languages, is still being syndicated in 150 international newspapers.
Larson decided to draw the new comics upon the request of his editor, Jake Morrissey. When the new book of comics from the last six months of Larson's career was being compiled, Morrissey called Larson and told him that they were 13 short.
The Last Chapter and Worse boosts the total number of Far Side books to 16. It costs $9.95 and can be found at almost any bookstore, including Hastings Books Music and Video, 2000 W. 23rd St., where sales have been brisk.
"All of his work sells real good, and so far we have been selling a lot of the new book," said Kathleen Mosher, Hastings book associate. "His distinct, twisted sense of humor appeals to a wide variety of people."
The comic's popularity can be seen in the numbers. There are more than 27 million Far Side books in print and each of the last 11 editions of The Far Side Off-The-Wall Calender have been the best-selling calenders in the United States. The comics can also be found on coffee cups and shirts.
Gary Larson/ THE FAR SIDE
"I think everybody has bought or gotten a Far Side calendar because there aren't many people that don't like some of his work," said Jared Johnson, Stillwell senior. "His comics offer a new perspective on life. All the characters and animals he uses can give you a look at life from outside eyes."
Today's Birthday (Oct. 28)
Don't tell everything if you want to cinch a big deal this year. Be careful with money in December. Watch an older person and pick up a new trick in January. Fix up the house in February. You may have to do the job again in April. Be careful with somebody else's money in June. Put up with an authority figure in August. Fall in love again in September. By October, you could be certain of your destiny.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov.
21) - Todavis a 6.
Ask questions today, especially of compulsive talkers. If you've got a secret tryst in mind, forget if for either tonight or tomorrow. Gambling's also too much of a risk. Take it easy with the credit cards.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22- Dec. 21) - Today is a 5.
Although you may have to run errands, it' not a very good day for extensive travel. You may encounter delays or detours. A bureaucratic tangle could threaten a good mood. Resist the temptation to argue with a machine, or a person who acts like one.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan.
19)- Today is a 7.
You might find a hidden advantage at a meeting with associates. Don't act on a tip quite yet, however; check the information first. A romantic interlude could go well tonight, although you may have to scramble to make it happen.
HOROSCOPES
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb 18)-Today is a 6.
There's pressure on you to do something you don't like. Maybe you'd better line up another job before you make too big a scene. Talk over you options with a good friend tonight. Going back to school might be the answer.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) - Today is a 7.
If you can't avoid large groups of people, at least you can let the others do the talking. You are an excellent listener, which never fails to make you popular. Today will also be good for catching up on reading, if you can find a quite place.
Aries (March 21-April 19)- Today is a 4.
You could learn today, if you listen; but if you're not paying attention, you could lose. A drive would be good for getting fresh air tonight, and privacy. Discuss an impending change with your best friend and get excellent counseling.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) - Today is a 7.
Don't talk to reporters today. Avoid salespeople, too. Don't let anybody talk you out of anything. Tonight, reading a good cook book would be relaxing and provide new ideas. You and your roommates will benefit.
You're the intellectual watchdog today. Make sure you've got your facts straight before you blow the
Gemini (May 21-June 21)-Today is a7.
whistle. Romance should be fine, but don't make assumptions. It'll be better tomorrow.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)-Today is a 6.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) - Today is a 6.
Finish up that nagging correspondence today. If you hear something that seems to give you an inside track, check it out before you act. It may be too good to be true. This evening, give your sweetie your complete attention. She or he has a tough decision to make.
A club meeting is a good source of information this morning. If you're looking for romance, you may find a fun date. Don't be overly aggressive. You'll be even more successful if you wait until tomorrow before making a move.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)-Today is an 8.
Brainstorm an idea with your friends, then do the homework. Get all the data before making up your mind. Let your sweetheart win this argument, and you'll benefit. If you give a little, the other person will reciprocate.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23)
-Today is a 7.
Concentrate on fattening up you savings account today. Sell an old toy before you buy a new one. If you're going to get together with a friend and talk, pick somebody you don't work with. On the job, stifle the urge to tell what you know.
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