Scott Adams
Author and Illustrator of Dilbert
Born
June 8th, 1957
68 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American author and illustrator, recognized for the creation of the comic strip 'Dilbert'. The strip satirizes office culture and corporate life, gaining significant popularity since its launch in 1989. Adams has also published several books, including 'The Dilbert Principle' and 'God's Debris', which explore themes related to business and philosophical ideas. Through the comic strip and authored works, commentary on work environments and societal norms emerged, reflecting everyday office scenarios and corporate absurdities.
Created the comic strip 'Dilbert'
Published 'The Dilbert Principle'
Authored 'God's Debris'
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