Belt Up

Thelwell's Motoring Manual

Norman Thelwell

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Quiller Publishing Ltd
14 July 2025

Social & cultural history; Cartoons & comic strips

The artist Norman Thelwell (1923 2004) was famous for his horse and pony cartoons, but his work was far more wide ranging. He focused his exceptional talent and humour on many diverse subjects, with his witty and wry observations providing amusement and sharp social comment. In this book, the artist turns his attention to a different form of horsepower

the internal combustion engine. 'Belt Up: Thelwell's Motoring Manual' depicts the delights and downfalls of driving, car ownership and life on the open road. First published in 1974, this collection of cartoons features driving lessons, road rage, accidents, technical terms, hazards, and the varying temperaments of men and women drivers. Prepare to travel back to an age before electric cars and discover Thelwell's inimitable style and enduring appeal.

AUTHOR: In 1952, Norman Thelwell (1923-2004) penned his first cartoon for the satirical British magazine Punch, renowned internationally for its wit, irreverence, and for publishing the world's best comic writers and poets. This led to a relationship that lasted for 25 years and over 1,000 cartoons, including 60 front covers. Thelwell was a master of sharp social comment and sheer zany humour, and his 34 books have sold millions of copies worldwide and have been translated into numerous languages (thelwell.org.uk).

By: Norman Thelwell
Imprint: Quiller Publishing Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 165mm,
ISBN: 9781846894244
ISBN 10: 1846894247
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 14 July 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

In 1952, Norman Thelwell (1923-2004) penned his first cartoon for the satirical British magazine Punch, renowned internationally for its wit, irreverence, and for publishing the world's best comic writers and poets. This led to a relationship that lasted for 25 years and over 1,000 cartoons, including 60 front covers. Thelwell was a master of sharp social comment and sheer zany humour, and his 34 books have sold millions of copies worldwide and have been translated into numerous languages (thelwell.org.uk).