"Will Eisner (1917-2005), best known for his influential comic book series The Spirit and his groundbreaking graphic novel A Contract with God, believed in the teaching power of comics, and from 1951 to 1971 he produced PS magazine for the U.S. Army. This Preventive Maintenance Monthly, called PS because it was a postscript to the standard technical manuals, was aimed at teaching American soldiers about weapons safety and proper maintenance of vehicles, aircraft, and electronics. Eisner illustrated these vital lessons with spot art, pinups, step-by-step guides, and comic strips. This collection, the best of Eisner's 227 issues of PS, explores this relatively unknown body of work--the missing link between his comic books and his later, mature graphic novels."--Page 4 of cover.

For most of the 20th century, the work of cartoonist and graphic novelist Will Eisner defined the art of comic book storytelling. This all-new r collection of Eisner's gorgeous pencil sketches and designs is a must have for pop culture enthusiasts and fans of comic books. The Sketchbook presents the world as seen through Will Eisner's eyes. From observations of his friends and loved ones hustling through their busy daily lives, Eisner's keen perception and steadfast hand capture the essence of what it means to be human.