IT WAS A DARK AND STORMY NIGHT, SNOOPY

Charles M. Schulz (1922-2000) was an American cartoonist best known for creating the beloved comic strip "Peanuts." His distinctive artistic style and sharp wit made "Peanuts" a cultural phenomenon, with characters like Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Lucy becoming iconic figures in American pop culture. Schulz's work explored themes of friendship, perseverance, and the complexities of childhood with humor and heart. His influence on the comic strip genre is immeasurable, and "Peanuts" remains one of the most enduring and influential comic strips of all time.