Trivia: The comics industry’s most prestigious awards are named for what man?
Stan Lee
Bob Kane
Will Eisner
Steve Ditko
The correct answer is Will Eisner
So why is this answer correct? : Will
Eisner is one of the most important figures from the Golden Age of
comic books. During his eight decades of work, he created and directed
the groundbreaking newspaper comic strip “The Spirit,” popularized the
term “graphic novel,” and helped legitimize the artistry of comic books.
In 1988, he lent his name to the industry’s most prestigious awards,
including the Will Eisner Comic Industry Award and the Will Eisner
Spirit of Comics Retailer Award, which are bestowed annually upon the
best and brightest people in comics.