I like Disney, but I’m not an active
collector of Disney comics. I actually find that statement kinda weird because
I think the comic books of Disney are American classics and I’ve never really
read a bad one. I got this book because of its patriotic theme. Since I collect
holiday comics, I thought that this might be an enjoyable read for the July 4th
holiday.
Though I
read this book on Independence Day, the actions of this book take place in the
very patriotic time of Christmas, 1776. Goofy portrays General Washington, who
is facing losing his troops at the end of their enlistment on New Year’s Day.
The cold and ice of winter has made morale and supplies scarce in the
encampment of Valley Forge. Washington and the nation itself very well could
lose their bid for Independence if a victory of some sort isn’t soon
forthcoming.
With
Donald and Mickey portraying real-life aides to Goofy’s Washington, the
majority of action in this story is pretty historically accurate. Not bad,
Disney, not bad at all!
Including
in the comic is a slightly bizarre sci-fi tale about Commander Goofy and his
space ship crew in search of food. The jokes for this story are pretty corny
and I knew most of what was going to happened pages before- it was that
predictable. Saving the book from being an utter failure is Goofy’s history
lesson on the film industry. It was a very funny story that reminded me of some
of the old Goofy Sports shorts from the 40s and 50s that had a documentary
quality to them. Those tales are mostly factual with exception of the
punchline. I loved it!
Would I
add Goofy Adventures to my wish list? Probably not. But if I found a bunch of
them in a bargain bin, you can believe I would snatch them up in a minute.
Heck, who I am kidding, I’d pick up just about any Disney comic if the price is
right. The stories are well thought out for the most part and the art is of the
clean, classic Disney style. Would expect anything less from the House of
Mouse?
Worth
Consuming.
Rating: 8
out of 10 stars.
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