A Little Blue Hedgehog That Runs a Lot and Has an Attitude: An Analysis of the Covers of Archie Comics’ Sonic the Hedgehog

Author

• Eleanor Herman

Date of Award

1-22-2026

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Rhetoric and Writing

First Advisor

Barbara L’Eplattenier

Abstract

Through the lens of Robin Williams principles of design as outlined in her book, The Non-Designer’s Design Book, this thesis analyzes selected covers of Archie Comics’ Sonic the Hedgehog comic book series to see how the covers evolved over time, as the nearly 25-year continuous run allows for a unique analysis opportunity. 18 issues were selected and analyzed, with conclusions drawn from the covers’ use of contrast, alignment, repetition, and proximity.

Recommended Citation

Herman, Eleanor, "A Little Blue Hedgehog That Runs a Lot and Has an Attitude: An Analysis of the Covers of Archie Comics’ Sonic the Hedgehog" (2026). Theses and Dissertations. 1318.
https://research.ualr.edu/etd/1318