Crazy Cowboy, Guillermo Mordillo
The Wild West, cowboy clichés, and surreal humor come together in this rare picture book from 1972.
Hardcover with dust jacket
First edition
Content and Themes
Crazy Cowboy is a 40-page illustrated hardcover that blends absurd humor with vibrant, stylized artwork. Known for his playful, wordless narratives, Guillermo Mordillo (often credited as Morodillo in early editions) creates a whimsical cowboy world full of unexpected twists.
Genre: Illustrated humor, children’s picture book
Themes: Western parody, visual storytelling, surreal comedy
Historical Context
Published in 1972 by Harlin Quist, a publisher celebrated for avant-garde children’s books, Crazy Cowboy reflects the experimental spirit of the early 1970s. Harlin Quist titles often challenged traditional formats, combining art and narrative in ways that appealed to both children and collectors. This book became part of a movement that elevated picture books to art objects.
Special Features
- Large square format (27 x 27 cm) with dust jacket
- Bold, colorful illustrations typical of Mordillo’s signature style
- A collectible first edition from a renowned niche publisher
About the Author(s):
Guillermo Mordillo (born August 4, 1932, Buenos Aires – died June 30, 2019, Mallorca) was an Argentine cartoonist famous for his humorous, wordless illustrations.
Key works:
- Crazy Cowboy (1972)
- Crazy Crazy series
- Mordillo Cartoons collections
Awards: Grand Prix at the International Cartoon Festival (1973), among others. His works have been published worldwide and remain highly collectible.
Media Reception
While specific reviews for Crazy Cowboy are scarce, Harlin Quist books are widely recognized in design and illustration circles for their originality. Mordillo’s style has been praised internationally for its universal humor and visual impact.
This book is in stock at our warehouse in the Netherlands and available for fast delivery (no customs fees for orders within the Netherlands and the EU).
Product Information
Title: Crazy Cowboy
Author(s): Guillermo Mordillo
Publisher: Harlin Quist
ISBN: 825200873
Language: English
Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket
Pages: 40
Illustrations: Yes
Edition: 1972, first edition
Dimensions: 27.0 x 27.0 x 0.8 cm
Weight:
Condition: Good; minor wear on dust jacket, interior clean
EAN:
Special Features: Large format, collectible first edition
Categories: Illustrated humor, Children’s books, Vintage collectibles
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