John McLusky
| John McLusky | |
|---|---|
| Born | Hector John McLusky 20 January 1923 Glasgow |
| Died | 5 September 2006 (aged 83) |
| Nationality | British |
| Area(s) | artist |
Notable works | James Bond |
John McLusky (20 January 1923 – 5 September 2006) was a
Biography
Hector John Dewhirst McLusky was born in Glasgow, Scotland. He eventually moved with his two brothers, sister and parents, to Leeds, Yorkshire. They moved from Leeds to Leamington Spa in 1936. John (also known as Hector) attended
John McLusky began illustrating the comic strip adaptation of James Bond for the Daily Express. From 1958 to 1966, McLusky adapted 13 of Ian Fleming's James Bond novels or short stories.
After
John McLusky continued other work throughout his career – including several years as Art History Lecturer and substitute teaching in Art & Art History. A passion of his was working as a Punch & Judy puppeteer on Bournemouth Pier & Filey in Yorkshire. He became a Professor of Punch & Judy which was in recognition of his knowledge & services to this time honoured tradition.
James Bond strips
| Title | Writer | Date | Serial no. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casino Royale | Anthony Hern | 7 July – 13 December 1958 | 1-138 |
| Live and Let Die | Henry Gammidge | 15 December 1958 – 28 March 1959 | 139-225 |
| Moonraker | Henry Gammidge | 3 March – 8 August 1959 | 226-339 |
| Diamonds Are Forever | Henry Gammidge | 10 August 1959 – 30 January 1960 | 340-487 |
| From Russia, with Love | Henry Gammidge | 1 February – 21 May 1960 | 488-583 |
| Dr. No | Peter O'Donnell | 23 May – 1 October 1960 | 584-697 |
| Goldfinger | Henry Gammidge | 3 October 1960 – 1 April 1961 | 698-849 |
| Risico | Henry Gammidge | 3 April – 24 June 1961 | 850-921 |
| From a View to a Kill | Henry Gammidge | 26 June – 9 September 1961 | 922-987 |
| For Your Eyes Only | Henry Gammidge | 11 September – 9 December 1961 | 988-1065 |
| Thunderball | Henry Gammidge | 11 December 1961 – 10 February 1962 | 1066–1128 |
| On Her Majesty's Secret Service | Henry Gammidge | 29 June 1964 – 15 May 1965 | 1-274 |
| You Only Live Twice | Henry Gammidge | 17 May 1965 – 8 January 1966 | 275-475 |
Other work
- The Paradise Plot (1981-1982)
- Deathmask (1982–1983)
- Flittermouse (1983)
- Polestar (1983)
- The Scent Of Danger (1984)
Sources
- ^ a b Lambiek Comiclopedia. "John McLusky".
External links
- John McLusky biography on Lambiek Comiclopedia
- John McLusky's artwork
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