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Cause of Delinquency
Utilizes the research of two leading psychologists to disprove much of Wertham's arguments about the impact of horror and crime comics on children.
The Case Against Comics: A Review of The Seduction of the Innocent
Muhlen's review of The Seduction of the Innocent. He criticizes the effectiveness of Wertham's book as being a catalyst for change.
What Parents Don't Know About Comic Books
A magazine article written by Wertham. He argues that juvenile delinquency is becoming more prevalent and violent due to the popularity of comics with children.
Are Comic Books a Menace?
Details the results of a comics questionnaire given to over 1800 children, 235 of which having been classified as delinquents.
Junior Has a Craving
A mother investigates the reading habits of her eight year-old son.
Horror in the Nursery
Presents the first publication of Fredric Wertham's findings on comics.
This Is Your Page: What's On Your Mind?
Published letters to the editor. Includes letters from a teacher and members of comic clubs.
What's On Your Mind?
Published letters to the editor. Includes letters from a number of young readers.
This Is Your Page: Speak Up!
Published letters to the editor. Includes a letter from a member of a boys' club.
This Is Your Page: Speak Up!
Published letters to the editor. Includes letters from young and old fans.