The Fourth Mad Declassfied Papers On Spy Vs Spy

by Albert B. (editor) Prohias; Feldstein

First Warner Books Printing November 1974.

Genres: Humor, Comics, Fiction, Graphic Novels

192 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 1974

Reviews

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you were a devoted reader of MAD magazine back in the day, as I was, you might enjoy a trip down memory lane with these two spies. I read the author's obituary and remembered loving Spy vs Spy back in my childhood. So I checked the local library and requested this, and I can now confirm that Prohias was a crazy genius. While there is an implied commentary on the futility of the spy business, the main point is the inventiveness of the mayhem which goes on and on - so there's really no need to check this out this unless you are feeling nostalgic for your wasted youth.

[Derelict Space Sheep · Rating 2 out of 5]

The formatting of this Spy vs Spy collection unfortunately does the comic few favours, enlarging each panel but spreading the stories out across many small (125x190mm) pages. Preserving the original layout at an enlarged Franco-Belgian size (210x300mm) would have made more sense.

[Nick LeBlanc · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nothing better than this. Happy to have read it. Found it at a Savers for $2. Originally released in ‘74. Great art, funny conceits, a great brief distraction.

[HornFan2 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Takes me back to my youth. While my parents grocery shopped, I'd hang out by the magazines, then read either Mad Magazine or the latest Spy vs Spy issue.

[Nyssa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have a vague memory of reading Mad Magazine, so I'm not sure at what age I was introduced to that absurd world, but I do remember reading Spy vs Spy every time.

With plots ranging from amusing to ridiculous, this collection was good for a chuckle, especially if you were a fan back in the day.

I'm curious as to how a newer generation would respond.

[Zay · Rating 4 out of 5]

I Never knew Spy vs Spy was a actual political cartoon till I read this book.
14 different comics
Some of my favorites:

For Whom the Belle’s Toad

When Opposite Attracts

Armor Dilly

A Mine Blowing Caper

Pearl-1 Hit-2

Honorable Mention: Depth Charge

I’m not old enough to remember the Mad magazines, only the Madtv sketch comedy series and the sketch cartoon regardless of that I still felt like a trip down memory lane

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mad Magazine, the Cold War, politics, and Spy vs. Spy. Only from the pen of a talented Cuban. These shorts are just as humorous and pungent as when they were first published.

[Edgar Linares · Rating 5 out of 5]

Siempre han sido muy buenas estas tiras de Spy vs spy. Las conocí en las revistas de Mad y ahora esta colección es una joyita. 👍🏻

[Conan Tigard · Rating 4 out of 5]

I first read Spy vs Spy back in the early 1970's as a kid when I would purchase MAD Magazine from the local drug store. I loved all the funny stories in this magazine and especially the fold-over back cover that forms a new picture. But what always stood out in my mind were the Spy vs Spy comics. They were easy to read, after all there wasn't any dialog or words to be found anywhere, and I enjoyed the violence of the cartoon. Now, I am not talking about blood and gore violence that we have today, bus something more along the lines of Looney Tunes violence . . . slap-stick violence. In other words, no one is permanently hurt.

Antonio Prohias was a wonderful cartoonist and a good storyteller. His drawing style is crisp and clear while his stories are fun and entertaining. It is great that Watson-Guphill Publications has resurrected this wonderful book so that kids today can learn all about these two mute spies that are always trying to outdo one another. The funny thing is, I can never decided which spy I like better. Is is White or is it Black? I just cannot decide.

So, if you are looking for a fun group of comics to read about two war-faring spies, pick up a copy of Spy vs Spy: Missions of Madness by Antonio Prohias and get ready to smile.

[Jeffrey W Brigham · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you've ever loved Mad magazine, you'll be familiar with this cartoon and will love this book. I read it to my son (yeah, there is some violence, but what good/fun cartoon doesn't have violence?) and he really enjoyed it!

[Heather]

Aidan's Review: It was awesome and I like every part and even the last. It was funny.

[Aidan · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was awesome and I like every part and even the last. It was funny.

[Steve · Rating 4 out of 5]

See my review for the Fifth book. Pretty much the same.

[Stephen Novik · Rating 4 out of 5]

Always loved Spy vs. Spy and this collection delivers the laughs-- as usual!

[John Lockington · Rating 5 out of 5]

awesome

[Les Gehman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful! A true comic classic.