Was Busch's humor meant to be purely for children?
While my stories may appeal to younger readers due to their narrative structure and lively drawings, their essence is far from being solely for children. The humor I employed is often dark, ironic, and intended to satirize the adult world and its various hypocrisies. The lessons, if any, are about the consequences of foolishness and malice, themes that resonate more deeply with an audience that understands the complexities and failings of society. It is a humor that reflects the often grim realities beneath a veneer of civility.
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