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5 Perfect 'Far Side' Comics from the 1980s That Prove Gary Larson is a Genius
PolygonTuesday, September 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM
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The Far Side creator Gary Larson is a true genius and these five comic strips from the 1980s prove it
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- Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns. The Far Side creator Gary Larson is a true genius and these five comic strips from the 1980s prove it
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The Far Side creator Gary Larson is a true genius and these five comic strips from the 1980s prove it
Why it matters
Culture sets the tone of public attention — what people argue about when the news cycle turns.
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