Li’l Genius

    (Charlton, 1954-1965, 1986)
™ and ©1985 Charlton Publications, Inc.

What book could one create with exasperated parents, a mischievous son, and a female nemesis? Perhaps a book named Dennis the Menace? Well, not in this case. Li’l Genius is an easily forgettable, poor imitation of Dennis the Menace. Some of the best children’s books include satire, crisp dialog, and an adult’s perspective of humor and themes. Sadly, these qualities are missing and the entire book suffers. A sharp reader will quickly determine the writing is aimed at younger readers since the jokes are simple wordplay and sight gags. This book is written only for the ten-year-old and under group.
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Li’l Genius #12


Cover Price: $0.10
1 copy available for $24.98 		Frank JohnsonFrank Johnson
Li’l Genius #21

May, 1959
Cover Price: $0.10
1 copy available for $2.86 		Frank JohnsonFrank Johnson
Li’l Genius #29

October, 1960
Cover Price: $0.10
1 copy available for $0.80 		Frank JohnsonFrank Johnson
Li’l Genius #31

February, 1961
Cover Price: $0.10
1 copy available for $14.98 		Frank JohnsonFrank Johnson
Li’l Genius #35

October, 1961
Cover Price: $0.10
1 copy available for $14.98 		Frank JohnsonFrank Johnson
Li’l Genius #44

May, 1963
Cover Price: $0.12
1 copy available for $2.40 		Frank JohnsonFrank Johnson
Li’l Genius #51

November, 1964
Cover Price: $0.12
1 copy available for $4.00 		Frank JohnsonFrank Johnson
Li’l Genius #53

October, 1965
Cover Price: $0.12
2 copies available from $4.08 		Frank JohnsonFrank Johnson