Comics, collected editions, gaphic novels, other material. Also fine art prints by son John Ranson http:/www.arthurranson.com/blog/make-money-art. Full separate list available, contact archivist.
Arthur Ranson comic collection
This material is held atUniversity of Dundee Archive Services
- Reference
- GB 254 MS 459
- Dates of Creation
- c 1950s- present
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- The collection includes comics in languages such as Dutch, Japanese, German, French, English, etc.
- Physical Description
- 18 boxes
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Arthur Ranson is an English comic book creator based in Surrey, England. He is best known for his work in the Look-in series, Button Man, Mazeworld, and Anderson: PSI Division. He has worked with many notable figures in the comic book industry such as Alan Grant, John Wagner, and Angus Allen and his comics have been translated into several languages worldwide.
Arrangement
The comics are arranged based on four categories - Collected Editions, Comics History, Graphic Novels, and Comics. Each category has got its own number of boxes and the contents within the boxes are arranged based on their title, publishing company, or content.
Access Information
Open for consultation subject to preservation requirements. Access must also conform to the restrictions of the Data Protection Act (2018), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR, 2018) and any other relevant legislation or restrictions.
Acquisition Information
Donated by Arthur Ranson
Note
Arthur Ranson is an English comic book creator based in Surrey, England. He is best known for his work in the Look-in series, Button Man, Mazeworld, and Anderson: PSI Division. He has worked with many notable figures in the comic book industry such as Alan Grant, John Wagner, and Angus Allen and his comics have been translated into several languages worldwide.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Some of the comics within the collection are fragile and hence require care while handling.
Conditions Governing Use
Reproduction is available subject to preservation and copyright requirements. Charges may be made for this service, and copyright and other restrictions may apply; please check with the Duty Archivist.
Custodial History
The comics in this collection have all been accumulated by Arthur Ranson over the years and was donated to the University of Dundee Archives in 2020.
Accruals
Not expected
Additional Information
Published
Catalogued
MS 459