CBCS Graded Comic Books

Add to cart CBCS 2.5 $2,849.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: Off white to white Verified Signature: Stan Lee. Amateur Conservation Includes: Spine Split Sealed With Glue. Label #25-3CDC4FE-001 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($85.47) will be charged at checkout.

Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of the Vulture in Duel to the Death with the Vulture!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; The Vulture is so confident in his abilities that he announces his plans to steal a diamond shipment to the police; When Spider-Man hears this he decides to stop the Vulture. The Uncanny Threat of the Terrible Tinkerer!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; When Peter Parker discovers some alien modifications to a professor's radio he tracks down a group of aliens with plans to take over the Earth. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 139. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 1.8 $831.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: Off white Verified Signature: Stan Lee (On 1st Page). From The Personal Collection of Duke Caldwell. COA Label #24-3072D7E-004 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($24.93) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Poka

Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of Mysterio in The Menace of... Mysterio!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; Mysterio first frames Spider-Man for a crime wave, then challenges him to a battle on top of the Brooklyn Bridge. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 8 and 151. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 9.2 $6,000.00 Trimmed CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Verified Sig: Stan Lee. Top edge of front and back cover trimmed. Label #16-404DAAB-008

Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of the Green Goblin (Norman Osborn) in The Grotesque Adventure of the Green Goblin!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; The Green Goblin hires the Enforcers to help him defeat Spider-Man; To further his plan he convinces B.J. Cosmos to film a movie of Spider-Man fighting Goblin and the Enforcers in the desert; While filming, Goblin and the Enforcers attack Spider-Man and accidentally awaken the Hulk. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 9 and 152. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 15 CBCS 3.0

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Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of Kraven the Hunter in Kraven the Hunter!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; The Chameleon hires his old friend Kraven the Hunter to hunt down Spider-Man. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 10 and 153. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 1.5 $325.00 or Best Offer Paper: Off white to white INCOMPLETE. Piece missing from 2nd page, affects story. Label #20-0B182CC-002 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($9.75) will be charged at checkout.

Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of Kraven the Hunter in Kraven the Hunter!, script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; The Chameleon hires his old friend Kraven the Hunter to hunt down Spider-Man. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 10 and 153. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 3.5 $425.00 or Best Offer Paper: Off white to white Label #0011260-AA-001 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($12.75) will be charged at checkout.

Cover pencils by John Romita Sr., inks by Mike Esposito and John Romita (touch-ups). First appearance of the Rhino in The Horns of the Rhino!, script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Romita Sr., inks by Mike Esposito (as M. Demeo) and John Romita Sr. (touch-ups); The Rhino attempts to kidnap John Jameson to turn him over to foreign powers that want his secrets about the U.S. space program; Spider-Man manages to stop the Rhino. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 30 and 190. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 7.5 $685.89 or Best Offer Paper: Off white to white Label #21-184DCEA-004 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($20.58) will be charged at checkout.

1st full appearance of Mary Jane (cameos in #25,38, & 42). Cover by John Romita Sr.. MJ has her first in-depth interaction with Peter Parker, plus cameos by Foggy Nelson and Matt Murdock (Daredevil) in Rhino on the Rampage!, script by Stan Lee, art by John Romita Sr.; Rhino escapes from police custody and is looking for revenge on Spider-Man for defeating his attempt to kidnap John Jameson. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 32 and 183. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 9.0 $425.00 or Best Offer Slight amateur restoration Paper: Off white to white Amateur Restoration Includes: Tiny amount of color touch on cover. Label #21-06F9232-013 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($12.75) will be charged at checkout.

Cover by John Romita Sr. "In the Hands of the Hunter," script by Stan Lee, art and cover by John Romita Sr.; Kraven the Hunter wants cash from Norman Osborn for attacking Spider-Man; since Norman is out of town, Kraven kidnaps Norman's son, Harry, at a party; Spider-Man appears, and he and Kraven fight, but when Norman shows up he can't remember who Kraven is, so doesn't pay him the money; Kraven escapes while Spidey saves Norman. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 33 and 187. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 4.5 $2,469.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: Cream to off white Verified Signatures: Stan Lee and John Romita. From the Personal Collection of Duke Caldwell. Includes COA's for both individual signatures. Label #24-3072D7E-014 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($74.07) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Poka

Cover pencils by John Romita. First appearance of the Kingpin in Spider-Man No More!, script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Romita, inks by Mike Esposito [as Mickey Dimeo]; Fearing for his aunt's health and tired of being hounded by Jameson, Peter gives up being Spider-Man and concentrates on being a simple college student; A kid finds the discarded Spidey suit in the trash can and brings it to the Daily Bugle where Jonah proudly puts it on display; Pete's personal life starts looking up but crime increases as the Kingpin gathers the mob under his leadership; Feeling guilty about the crime wave, Peter remembers the lessons taught to him by his uncle's death and decides to become Spider-Man once again. Johnny Carson and Ed McMahon cameos. Reprinted in Marvel Tales #190. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 3.0 $888.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: Off white to white Verified Signature: John Romita Label #23-01257DD-004 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($26.64) will be charged at checkout.

Cover pencils by John Romita. First appearance of the Kingpin in Spider-Man No More!, script by Stan Lee, pencils by John Romita, inks by Mike Esposito [as Mickey Dimeo]; Fearing for his aunt's health and tired of being hounded by Jameson, Peter gives up being Spider-Man and concentrates on being a simple college student; A kid finds the discarded Spidey suit in the trash can and brings it to the Daily Bugle where Jonah proudly puts it on display; Pete's personal life starts looking up but crime increases as the Kingpin gathers the mob under his leadership; Feeling guilty about the crime wave, Peter remembers the lessons taught to him by his uncle's death and decides to become Spider-Man once again. Johnny Carson and Ed McMahon cameos. Reprinted in Marvel Tales #190. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 9.0 $854.00 Paper: White Signed by John Romita on Last Page From The Personal Collection of Mr. Magik Woo Label #7002381-AA-011 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($25.62) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Poka

"What a Tangled Web We Weave!" Part 3 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita (layouts) and Don Heck (pencils). Inks by Mike Esposito (as Mickey Demeo). Cover by John Romita. Gwen Stacy realizes that her father is seriously ill -- plus in danger -- so she takes him to the airport to leave New York City. But the Kingpin's men intercept them in the terminal...and take the pair to their boss' new hideaway -- inside Norman Osborn's chemical plant! After hours of searching, the web-slinger learns where Gwen andCaptain Stacy are being held. And he dashes to their location...for a very personal showdown vs. the Kingpin of Crime! Can the amazing one knock out the Kingpin and save Gwen? Perhaps Norman Osborn (of all people) will lenda hand! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Harry Osborn, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: This issue is Gwen Stacy's first cover appearance. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #44.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 9.0 $333.00 Paper: Off white to white Label #19-2E984FC-001 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($9.99) will be charged at checkout.

"Make Way for Medusa!" Guest-starring Medusa. Script by Stan Lee. Art by John Romita (layouts) and Don Heck (pencils). Inks by Mike Esposito (as Mickey Demeo). Cover by John Romita. The inhuman with the living red hair comes to New York City! Medusa is on a mission from Black Bolt to see how regular everyday people might relate to the Inhumans -- if they choose to rejoin society someday. Unfortunately, one of the first persons Madame Medusa meets...is the CEO of a hair spray company! The duplicitous executive tricks Spider-Man and Medusa into fighting one another (as shown on the fantastic cover) -- to support his advertising campaign! Eventually, the web-slinger and Medusa realize what's happening...and they turn the tables on the shady CEO. Cameo appearances by Captain Stacy, Gwen Stacy, Mary Jane Watson, J. Jonah Jameson, Norman Osborn, and Harry Osborn. (Notes: Spectacular Spider-Man (1968 Magazine) #1 was also published this month. The letters page includes a letter from Mark Lamberti -- long-time friend of Lone Star Comics. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #45.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 9.0 $400.00 Paper: Off white Label #20-3F331EA-008 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($12.00) will be charged at checkout.

First appearance of Randy Robertson in "To Squash a Spider!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by Jim Mooney. Cover by John Romita. In unbelievable fashion, Mysterio has shrunk the web-slinger to just six inches tall...and thrown him into a giant amusement park! Spider-Man attempts to get his bearings, but when he enters the house of mirrors -- everything goes haywire! However the web-spinner has fought Mysterio a few times before. And he knows if he can see through the illusions -- the path to triumph will be revealed! Will your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man find the pathway in time? Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Anna Watson, J. Jonah Jameson, Joe Robertson, Betty Brant, and Ned Leeds. (Notes: The original Mysterio does not return until a decade later -- in the storyline leading up to Amazing Spider-Man 200. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #50.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.12.

Add to cart CBCS 6.5 $149.00 Paper: Cream to off white Label #19-2E40F65-004 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($4.47) will be charged at checkout.

Not approved by the Comics Code Authority. "The Goblin's Last Gasp!" Part 3 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. The Green Goblin bursts into Peter and Harry's apartment ready to finish the web-slinger! But when Norman Osborn sees his comatose son, he quickly flees! Is Harry the goblin's primary weakness? A while later after trashing a trio of drug dealers, Spider-Man takes to the rooftops to find the goblin. And when he does, their final battle of the silver age commences! The Amazing Spider-Man vs. the Green Goblin! An outstanding three-part story! Cameo appearances by Gwen Stacy, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: The Green Goblin returns in the classic Amazing Spider-Man 121. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #79.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 8.5 $509.99 or Best Offer Paper: Off white to white Label #21-34D248A-006 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($15.30) will be charged at checkout.

"The Spider of the Man?" Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita and Frank Giacoia. It's the 100th anniversary issue of the Amazing Spider-Man title -- with an all-time cover! Peter Parker wants to live a normal life with Gwen Stacy. But he doesn't think he can as long as he has his spider-powers. So, with that thought in mind, the young scientist creates a special potion -- which he believes will eliminate his remarkable abilities. After Peter drinks the potion, he lies down to sleep. And when he wakes up...he gets the biggest shock of his amazing life! Flashback cameos by Aunt May, J. Jonah Jameson, Betty Brant, Gwen Stacy, and Captain Stacy. (Notes: There have been many homages to John Romita's classic cover including the covers to Marvel Tales 100, Ultimate Spider-Man (2000) 100B, and Peter Parker (2017) #1EBAY. This story was reprinted in Marvel Treasury Edition #14 and Marvel Tales 253.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 5.0 $275.00 Paper: Off white Label #18-156EDBE-001 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($8.25) will be charged at checkout.

"The Spider of the Man?" Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita and Frank Giacoia. It's the 100th anniversary issue of the Amazing Spider-Man title -- with an all-time cover! Peter Parker wants to live a normal life with Gwen Stacy. But he doesn't think he can as long as he has his spider-powers. So, with that thought in mind, the young scientist creates a special potion -- which he believes will eliminate his remarkable abilities. After Peter drinks the potion, he lies down to sleep. And when he wakes up...he gets the biggest shock of his amazing life! Flashback cameos by Aunt May, J. Jonah Jameson, Betty Brant, Gwen Stacy, and Captain Stacy. (Notes: There have been many homages to John Romita's classic cover including the covers to Marvel Tales 100, Ultimate Spider-Man (2000) 100B, and Peter Parker (2017) #1EBAY. This story was reprinted in Marvel Treasury Edition #14 and Marvel Tales 253.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Add to cart CBCS 8.0 $200.00 Paper: White Label #19-260C190-001 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($6.00) will be charged at checkout.

"Vampire at Large!" Double-Sized issue. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. The Amazing Spider-Man is on the ropes against the Living Vampire! The web-slinger (with his six arms) needs a miracle to survive the fangs of Morbius! And shockingly, he gets one -- that's crazy, green, and covered in scales: the Lethal Lizard! After a wild free-for-all, the wall-crawler and the Lizard drive Morbius out of Dr. Connors' summer home on Long Island. But they can't let the Living Vampire roam around New York City unchecked. Plus, the unlikely allies need a sample of Morbius' blood -- for the serum that might remove Peter Parker's extra arms! Wow, is this mission impossible for your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man? Good luck to the web-spinner and the Lizard too! Origin of Morbius. Cameo appearances by Gwen Stacy, Aunt May, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. Flashback cameos by Martine Bancroft and Emil Nikos. (Notes: Morbius appears next in Marvel Team-Up #3. Morbius' name is misspelled on the cover. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales 253.) 52 pages. Cover price $0.25.

Add to cart CBCS 6.5 $185.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: Off white to white Witnessed Signature: Roy Thomas on 7/1/2023. Label #24-0785CBD-011 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($5.55) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

"Vampire at Large!" Double-Sized issue. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. The Amazing Spider-Man is on the ropes against the Living Vampire! The web-slinger (with his six arms) needs a miracle to survive the fangs of Morbius! And shockingly, he gets one -- that's crazy, green, and covered in scales: the Lethal Lizard! After a wild free-for-all, the wall-crawler and the Lizard drive Morbius out of Dr. Connors' summer home on Long Island. But they can't let the Living Vampire roam around New York City unchecked. Plus, the unlikely allies need a sample of Morbius' blood -- for the serum that might remove Peter Parker's extra arms! Wow, is this mission impossible for your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man? Good luck to the web-spinner and the Lizard too! Origin of Morbius. Cameo appearances by Gwen Stacy, Aunt May, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. Flashback cameos by Martine Bancroft and Emil Nikos. (Notes: Morbius appears next in Marvel Team-Up #3. Morbius' name is misspelled on the cover. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales 253.) 52 pages. Cover price $0.25.

Add to cart CBCS 6.5 $200.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Roy Thomas on 7/1/2023. Label #24-0785CBD-012 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($6.00) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

"Vampire at Large!" Double-Sized issue. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. The Amazing Spider-Man is on the ropes against the Living Vampire! The web-slinger (with his six arms) needs a miracle to survive the fangs of Morbius! And shockingly, he gets one -- that's crazy, green, and covered in scales: the Lethal Lizard! After a wild free-for-all, the wall-crawler and the Lizard drive Morbius out of Dr. Connors' summer home on Long Island. But they can't let the Living Vampire roam around New York City unchecked. Plus, the unlikely allies need a sample of Morbius' blood -- for the serum that might remove Peter Parker's extra arms! Wow, is this mission impossible for your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man? Good luck to the web-spinner and the Lizard too! Origin of Morbius. Cameo appearances by Gwen Stacy, Aunt May, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. Flashback cameos by Martine Bancroft and Emil Nikos. (Notes: Morbius appears next in Marvel Team-Up #3. Morbius' name is misspelled on the cover. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales 253.) 52 pages. Cover price $0.25.

Add to cart CBCS 7.0 $105.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Roy Thomas on 7/1/2023. Label #24-0785CBD-013 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($3.15) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

"The Spider Slayer!" Part 1 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. Harry Osborn is out of the hospital after receiving treatment for his drug addiction. And to welcome Harry back to his apartment, Peter and Aunt Maythrow a party for him! Many of Harry's friends attend including Gwen, Mary Jane, and Flash Thompson -- plus Harry's father Norman. Meanwhile, J. Jonah Jameson meets with Spencer Smythe across town. Is Professor Smythe cooking up another spider slayer? Yes he is! And right at dusk the new and improved spider slayer attacks the web-slinger! Will this spider slayer live up to its name? Cameo appearances by Joe Robertson and Randy Robertson. (Notes: This issue is the first appearance of the spider slayer robot (Mark III) -- shaped like an actual spider. Spencer Smythe previously appeared in Amazing Spider-Man #58. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #84.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Add to cart CBCS 6.0 $115.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: Off white to white Witnessed Signature: Roy Thomas on 7/1/2023. Label #24-0785CBD-015 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($3.45) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

"Spidey Smashes Through!" Part 3 of 3. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita and Frank Giacoia. It's the final confrontation between the Amazing Spider-Man and the spider slayer! Professor Smythe thinks he has all the bases covered, but the web-slinger has a plan -- to knock out both the spider slayer and its creator! And if Spider-Man emerges victorious, he'll have a few choice words for J. Jonah Jameson afterwards! What an awesome fight! In the meantime, Flash Thompson is in a troubled state of mind after returning from Vietnam. So hereaches out to Gwen Stacy for help. Cameo appearances by Harry Osborn and Randy Robertson. (Notes: Professor Smythe returns with his next spider slayer in Amazing Spider-Man 150. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #86.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Add to cart CBCS 5.5 $125.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: Off white to white Witnessed Signature: Roy Thomas on 7/1/2023. Label #24-0785CBD-016 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($3.75) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

"Enter: Dr. Strange!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring Doctor Strange. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. The web-slinger frantically swings through the city trying to pick up a signal from his spider tracer! The amazing one tossed the tracer on the tall man who abducted Flash last issue. So, find the tracer...find Flash! But instead, Spider-Man picks up a message from the Master of the Mystic Arts! Somehow Dr. Strange knows were Flash has been taken. The duo rushes to the location, and the battle to rescue Flash begins! Cameo appearances by Gwen Stacy, Harry Osborn, Aunt May, and Sha Shan. (Notes: Spider-Man and Dr. Strange meet again in Marvel Team-Up #21. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #88.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Add to cart CBCS 5.0 $95.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Roy Thomas on 7/1/2023. Label #24-0785CBD-017 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($2.85) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

First appearance of the Gibbon in "The Birth of the Gibbon!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita and Frank Giacoia. On a Manhattan rooftop, the wall-crawler has a chance meeting with a man named Martin Blank. And after he talks with Spider-Man; the tall, lanky, and athletic Martin decides to become a superhero! But when Martin (in his ape costume) meets the web-slinger again, Spider-Man laughs at his offer to become partners, and Martin is hurt. And now the Gibbon is vulnerable to becoming partners...with someone else! Origin of the Gibbon. Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Gwen Stacy, Harry Osborn, Flash Thompson, and Kraven the Hunter. (Notes: This story completes Stan Lee's extraordinary scripting run on the Amazing Spider-Man title -- which began with issue #1in 1963. The letters page includes a letter from comics writer David Michelinie. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #89.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

Add to cart CBCS 7.0 $160.00 CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: Off white to white Witnessed Signature: Roy Thomas on 6/15/2024 & Gerry Conway on 8/17/2014. Label #25-1AE56C0-002 This is a consignment item. A 3% buyer's premium ($4.80) will be charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

"To Stalk a Spider!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita and Frank Giacoia. Sometimes a comment made in passing can have dire consequences. When Spider-Man brushed off the Gibbon's plan to become a superhero, he didn't know -- that the novice Gibbon would fall into the hands of Kraven the Hunter! And after imbibing on Kraven's jungle potions, the Gibbon is ready to kill the web-slinger! Rest assured...the wall-crawler will take the Gibbon very serious during their next encounter! In the meantime, Aunt May has seemingly disappeared from New York City after having a tiff with Gwen Stacy. Where did she go? Cameo appearances by Joe Robertson, J. Jonah Jameson, and Gwen Stacy. (Notes: John Romita is credited as a co-plotter of the story. This issue begins Gerry Conway's 3-year run as the writer of the Amazing Spider-Man title. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales #90.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"Spidey Cops Out!" Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. Peter Parker is desperately searching for his dear Aunt May! She has been missing for several days now, and her web-slinging nephew is worried sick. In fact, Spider-Man passes on a few crime-busting activities in order to find her. Unfortunately, the Daily Bugle gets wind of the wall-crawler's newfound indifference, and JJJ pounces! But Peter doesn't care as he continues his search. On the Lower East Side, the web-slinger's spider-sense goes off! Has Spider-Man found his aunt? Not unless May Parker has suddenly added four mechanical arms! Cameo appearances by the Gibbon, Harry Osborn, Betty Brant, Joe Robertson, Mary Jane Watson, Anna Watson, Flash Thompson, Gwen Stacy, and Dr. Octopus. (Notes: John Romita is credited as a co-plotter of the story. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #91.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"Gang War, Shmang War! What I Want to Know Is...Who the Heck is Hammerhead?" Part 2 of 3. Script by Gerry Conway. Art by Jim Starlin (breakdowns), John Romita (finishes), and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. The wondrous wall-crawler is caught in the middle of a gang war between Doctor Octopus and Hammerhead! Spider-Man doesn't know who the new crime boss is, but he inadvertently helps him by knocking out Doc Ock! Hammerhead is so impressed that he offers the web-spinner a chance to join his organization. However, there's no way Spider-Man would accept the offer...unless it would lead to finding Aunt May! What does Hammerhead know about May Parker's whereabouts? All roads lead north to Westchester for next issue's blockbuster finale! Origin of Hammerhead. First appearance (flashback cameo) of Dr. Jonas Harrow. Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Gwen Stacy, Flash Thompson, and Professor Miles Warren. (Notes: John Romita is credited as a co-plotter. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #93.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"The Gentleman's Name is...Hulk!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring the Hulk. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by John Romita. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. The Amazing Spider-Man vs. the Incredible Hulk! Wow! But how did the two combatants meet in Canada of all places? A few days ago, a mysterious telegram arrived from Montreal for May Parker. At first Peter was going to show it to his aunt, however he changed his mind upon realizing the telegram could beconnected to Dr. Octopus! The web-slinger wants to go to Quebec to investigate, but he needs money for airfare. Luckily, Peter convinces J. Jonah Jameson to send him north of the border to photograph the Hulk (in a peaceful manner). But thanks to Thunderbolt Ross and the Canadian military, the Hulk is already on a rampage! And your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man has to stop him! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Harry Osborn, Norman Osborn, Betty Brant, and Ned Leeds. (Notes: John Romita is credited as a co-plotter. Spider-Man and the Hulk previously battled in Amazing Spider-Man Annual #3.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"The Fight and the Fury!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring the Hulk. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Gil Kane and Paul Reinman (assists). Inks by John Romita, Frank Giacoia, and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. The Incredible Hulk has nearly destroyed the Maskattawan Dam near Montreal! So, the wondrous wall-crawler does everything he can to limit the damage downstream! Once the Hulk leaps away, Spider-Man thinks he's done with the Green Goliath. But later that evening at the 1967 World Expo fairgrounds, the web-slinger runs into the Jade Giant again! And this time the Hulk wants to squash Spider-Man for good! Meanwhile back in New York, Harry Osborn suffers a drug relapse -- that will set off a tragic chain of events starting next issue. Cameo appearances by Gwen Stacy and Thunderbolt Ross. (Note: This two-part story was reprinted in Amazing Spider-Man Annual #12.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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Death of Gwen Stacy in "The Night Gwen Stacy Died" Part 1 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro(backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. One of the greatest Spider-Man stories of all-time! Peter Parker returns from Canada to find his world on fire! His roommate Harry Osborn has overdosed again, and Norman Osborn is blaming Peter for his son's relapse. As the situation becomes more and more stressful, Norman recalls his super-villain past -- and the Green Goblin lives once more! However, this version of the goblin is more sick and twisted than previous ones. And to get revenge against the web-slinger, the goblin kidnaps Gwen and takes her to the top of the Brooklyn Bridge. Sothen and there, the Amazing Spider-Man and the Green Goblin fight for the life of Gwen Stacy. But sometimes the good guys don't win. A heartbreaking ending. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: This two-part story was a watershed event in the history of Marvel Comics. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #98 and again in issue 192.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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Death of Gwen Stacy in "The Night Gwen Stacy Died" Part 1 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro(backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. One of the greatest Spider-Man stories of all-time! Peter Parker returns from Canada to find his world on fire! His roommate Harry Osborn has overdosed again, and Norman Osborn is blaming Peter for his son's relapse. As the situation becomes more and more stressful, Norman recalls his super-villain past -- and the Green Goblin lives once more! However, this version of the goblin is more sick and twisted than previous ones. And to get revenge against the web-slinger, the goblin kidnaps Gwen and takes her to the top of the Brooklyn Bridge. Sothen and there, the Amazing Spider-Man and the Green Goblin fight for the life of Gwen Stacy. But sometimes the good guys don't win. A heartbreaking ending. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: This two-part story was a watershed event in the history of Marvel Comics. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #98 and again in issue 192.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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Death of the Green Goblin (aka Norman Osborn) in "The Goblin's Last Stand!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. In unfathomable fashion atop the Brooklyn Bridge, Gwen Stacy perished at the hands of the Green Goblin. Spider-Man is devastated. And he furiously lashes out at the goblin, but the purple and green-clad killer gets away! However, a while later, the wall-crawler receives a tip from Joe Robertson about Norman Osborn's whereabouts. And in an abandoned and decrepit warehouse, the Amazing Spider-Man and the Green Goblin fight for the final time! At the end of their epic battle, Peter Parker painfully realizes that revenge is bittersweet. The passing of the goblin won't bring back Gwen. He must find a way to move forward with his life. Perhaps Mary Jane Watson will help. Cameo appearances by Harry Osborn and J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: The stunning death scene of the Green Goblin inspired a similar moment in the2002 Spider-Man movie. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #99 and again in issue 192.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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Death of the Green Goblin (aka Norman Osborn) in "The Goblin's Last Stand!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. In unfathomable fashion atop the Brooklyn Bridge, Gwen Stacy perished at the hands of the Green Goblin. Spider-Man is devastated. And he furiously lashes out at the goblin, but the purple and green-clad killer gets away! However, a while later, the wall-crawler receives a tip from Joe Robertson about Norman Osborn's whereabouts. And in an abandoned and decrepit warehouse, the Amazing Spider-Man and the Green Goblin fight for the final time! At the end of their epic battle, Peter Parker painfully realizes that revenge is bittersweet. The passing of the goblin won't bring back Gwen. He must find a way to move forward with his life. Perhaps Mary Jane Watson will help. Cameo appearances by Harry Osborn and J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: The stunning death scene of the Green Goblin inspired a similar moment in the2002 Spider-Man movie. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #99 and again in issue 192.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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Death of the Green Goblin (aka Norman Osborn) in "The Goblin's Last Stand!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Gil Kane. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. In unfathomable fashion atop the Brooklyn Bridge, Gwen Stacy perished at the hands of the Green Goblin. Spider-Man is devastated. And he furiously lashes out at the goblin, but the purple and green-clad killer gets away! However, a while later, the wall-crawler receives a tip from Joe Robertson about Norman Osborn's whereabouts. And in an abandoned and decrepit warehouse, the Amazing Spider-Man and the Green Goblin fight for the final time! At the end of their epic battle, Peter Parker painfully realizes that revenge is bittersweet. The passing of the goblin won't bring back Gwen. He must find a way to move forward with his life. Perhaps Mary Jane Watson will help. Cameo appearances by Harry Osborn and J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: The stunning death scene of the Green Goblin inspired a similar moment in the2002 Spider-Man movie. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales #99 and again in issue 192.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"Wolfhunt!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro. At the break of dawn, the second fight between the Man-Wolf and Spider-Man comes to an inconclusive end! As the lupine creature flees the sunlight and the wounded wall-crawler limps home. Later that afternoon J. Jonah Jameson pays a visit to his son fearing the worst. Sadly, John Jameson tells his father about the moonstone he found on his last lunar mission. And unfortunately, before Jonah can get him help...the sun sets, the moon rises, and the Man-Wolf lives again! Can the amazing one save Jonah, Kristine, and himself from the madness of John's savage alter ego? Or will they all be thrown to the (man) wolves? Origin of the Man-Wolf. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, Harry Osborn, Randy Robertson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: The Man-Wolf appears next in Giant-Size Super-Heroes (1974) #1. The letters page includes an essay by the editorial staff explaining the rationale for Gwen Stacy's death. This issue begins Ross Andru's 5-year run as the penciler of the Amazing Spider-Man title. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 102.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"The Kangaroo Bounces Back!" Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Jim Mooney. Cover by John Romita. On a rooftop near the Empire State University campus, two advertising executives call out to Spider-Man! Surprisingly, they want the web-slinger to be the spokesman for a new car! At first Spidey declines, but later he changes his mind -- even though he must design the car himself. So it's time to pay a visit to Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch) for help! Meanwhile, the Kangaroo is back in town. And after receiving a power boost from the creepy Dr. Jonas Harrow, he clashes with the wall-crawler at the Hudson Nuclear Laboratories! Beware of the radioactive isotopes! Lastly, Harry Osborn accepts his family legacy and assumes the mantle of the Green Goblin! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, Professor Miles Warren, John Jameson, Kristine Saunders, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: The Kangaroo previously appeared in Amazing Spiderman #81. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 103.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"The Kangaroo Bounces Back!" Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Jim Mooney. Cover by John Romita. On a rooftop near the Empire State University campus, two advertising executives call out to Spider-Man! Surprisingly, they want the web-slinger to be the spokesman for a new car! At first Spidey declines, but later he changes his mind -- even though he must design the car himself. So it's time to pay a visit to Johnny Storm (aka the Human Torch) for help! Meanwhile, the Kangaroo is back in town. And after receiving a power boost from the creepy Dr. Jonas Harrow, he clashes with the wall-crawler at the Hudson Nuclear Laboratories! Beware of the radioactive isotopes! Lastly, Harry Osborn accepts his family legacy and assumes the mantle of the Green Goblin! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, Professor Miles Warren, John Jameson, Kristine Saunders, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Notes: The Kangaroo previously appeared in Amazing Spiderman #81. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 103.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"The Dark Wings of Death!" Part 1 of 2. First appearance of the third Vulture. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt. Cover by John Romita. Outside her apartment window, Mary Jane Watson witnesses a murder! And she thinks the killer is the Vulture! However MJ is reluctant to go to the police in fear of retaliation -- despite Peter's recommendation to do so. The next day at Empire State University, Mary Jane's worst fear is realized...when the Vulture grabs her! But the ESU campus is the stomping ground of your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. And the next great fight between the web-slinger and the Vulture begins! First appearance of Dr. Clifton Shallot. Cameo appearances by the Human Torch, Professor Miles Warren, Flash Thompson, and Harry Osborn. (Note: This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales 104.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"The Dark Wings of Death!" Part 1 of 2. First appearance of the third Vulture. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt. Cover by John Romita. Outside her apartment window, Mary Jane Watson witnesses a murder! And she thinks the killer is the Vulture! However MJ is reluctant to go to the police in fear of retaliation -- despite Peter's recommendation to do so. The next day at Empire State University, Mary Jane's worst fear is realized...when the Vulture grabs her! But the ESU campus is the stomping ground of your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. And the next great fight between the web-slinger and the Vulture begins! First appearance of Dr. Clifton Shallot. Cameo appearances by the Human Torch, Professor Miles Warren, Flash Thompson, and Harry Osborn. (Note: This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales 104.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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"The Vulture Hangs High!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt. Cover by John Romita. In spectacular style, the wondrous wall-crawler saves himself from his freefall after the Vulture dropped him in mid-air! And now back on terra firma, Peter Parker can dive into the murder mystery from last issue. When the web-slinger discovers that Adrian Toomes is still in prison, he knows that someone else has assumed the Vulture's identity -- and that someone is connected to Empire State University! After Spider-Man saves Mary Jane for a second time, he rushes to the ESU campus for the final flight of the new Vulture! Cameo appearances by Flash Thompson, Ned Leeds, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 105.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.20.

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Second (full) appearance of the Punisher in "Shoot-Out in Central Park!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring the Punisher. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by John Romita. Out of the blue, the Punisher appears on the deck of the day-liner...with the Amazing Spider-Man dead in his sights! Oh no! Does Frank Castle know the Tarantula is the actual bad guy onboard? After a brief scuffle, the web-slinger and the Punisher agree to work together; but the Tarantula has already jumped ship. Several hours later in Central Park, the wall-crawling hero and the gun-toting anti-hero join forces...to tame the Tarantula! In the meantime, Harry Osborn discovers a spider-suit in Peter Parker's dresser. And big trouble is ahead next issue! Origin of the Tarantula. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, Liz Allan, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: The Punisher returns in Giant-Size Spider-Man #4. The letters page includes a letter from comics editor Steve Saffel. The letters page also includes Marvel Value Stamp series A #4 Thing (of the FF) by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales 112 and again in issue 211.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.25.

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Second (full) appearance of the Punisher in "Shoot-Out in Central Park!" Part 2 of 2. Guest-starring the Punisher. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia. Cover by John Romita. Out of the blue, the Punisher appears on the deck of the day-liner...with the Amazing Spider-Man dead in his sights! Oh no! Does Frank Castle know the Tarantula is the actual bad guy onboard? After a brief scuffle, the web-slinger and the Punisher agree to work together; but the Tarantula has already jumped ship. Several hours later in Central Park, the wall-crawling hero and the gun-toting anti-hero join forces...to tame the Tarantula! In the meantime, Harry Osborn discovers a spider-suit in Peter Parker's dresser. And big trouble is ahead next issue! Origin of the Tarantula. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, Liz Allan, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: The Punisher returns in Giant-Size Spider-Man #4. The letters page includes a letter from comics editor Steve Saffel. The letters page also includes Marvel Value Stamp series A #4 Thing (of the FF) by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. This issue was reprinted in Marvel Tales 112 and again in issue 211.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.25.

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Cover by John Romita Sr. First appearance of Harry Osborn as the new Green Goblin in "The Green Goblin Lives Again," script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt; After a fulfilling Sunday together, Peter and MJ decide to spend a quiet evening at his and Harrys apartment; But as Peter opens the door, an explosion is set off!; Who has rigged Peters apartment?; And is his secret identity as Spider-Man a secret no longer? The letters page has Marvel Value Stamp series A # 95: Mole Man. Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 113. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

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Cover by Gil Kane. Harry Osborn's second appearance as the Green Goblin in Death Trap Times Three, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt; Green Goblin attacks a truck carrying radioactive materials; What is the villains end goal with this dangerous bounty?; Plus, Peters friends and family rally to MJs side after she is injured by an explosive; Green Goblin makes Spider-Man choose between saving his friends, or Aunt May! Reprinted in Marvel Tales # 114. Letter to the editor from writer Charles Hoffman. The letters page also has Marvel Value Stamp series A # 99. 36 pgs., full color. $0.25. Cover price $0.25.

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"Day of the Grizzly!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by Gil Kane (pencils) and John Romita Sr. (inks). Peter Parker finds a new place to live at 410 Chelsea Street! And when he stops by the Daily Bugle to tell his friends...the Grizzly attacks! Whoa, were did this 9-foot super-villain come from? There's no time for questions or answers as the web-slinger leaps into action! But the Grizzly is loaded for bear and then some! All the amazing one can do is save J. Jonah Jameson while the Grizzly escapes! However courtesy of the Jackal, the rematch is coming next issue! First appearance of the Grizzly. Cameo appearances by Betty Brant, Liz Allan, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series A #42 Man-Wolf by Gil Kane and Mike Esposito. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 116.) 36 pages. 25c cover price. Cover price $0.25.

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"...And One Will Fall" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by Gil Kane and Mike Esposito. The conniving Jackal lures the wall-crawlers alter-ego into an ambush at Washington Square! And then attaches a metal harness to his arm! The spectacular one's spider powers won't get him out of this jam! It's up to his brainpower! Later on though the web-slinger will call upon all of his speed, strength, and agility to declaw the Grizzly! Origin of the Grizzly. Cameo appearances by Betty Brant, Ned Leeds, Flash Thompson, J. Jonah Jameson, and Glory Grant (first appearance). Flashback cameos by Liz Allan and Joe Robertson. (Notes: The Grizzly returns many years later in Web of Spider-Man 58. This issue contains a full-page ad for the second issue of Marvel Treasury Edition (1974) featuring the Fantastic Four. The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series A #75 Morbius by Pablo Marcos. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 117.) 36 pages. 25c cover price. Cover price $0.25.

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First appearance of the second Mysterio (aka Danny Berkhart) in "The Man's Name Appears to Be...Mysterio!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Frank Giacoia and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. The Amazing Spider-Man decides to take the Spider-Mobile for a spin! But after evading New York's Finest, he accidentally crashes into the Hudson River! Scratch one Spider-Mobile! The mist and fog tricked the web-slinger! The next day when the wall-crawler sees apparitions on his deadly foes including the Green Goblin, Dr. Octopus, and the Molten Man; he realizes that the Master of Illusion has returned! Can Spider-Man stop the madness...before he goes mad himself? Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Betty Brant, Ned Leeds, Joe Robertson, J. Jonah Jameson, and Professor Miles Warren. (Notes: The web-slinger previously battled the original Mysterio in Amazing Spider-Man 67. The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series A #35 Killraven by Herb Trimpe and Frank Giacoia. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 118.) 36 pages. 25c cover price. Cover price $0.25.

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"Dead Man's Bluff" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns), Frank Giacoia (finishes), and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita. An angry wall-crawler scours Manhattan looking for Mysterio! The web-slinger's long-time foe has made the grave mistake of using the late Gwen Stacy as one of his illusions! And that's stepping way over the line! But what if Peter's sighting of Gwen was genuine? Hold on, that's impossible! Gwen died several months ago! Or did she? Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man will dive into that mystery soon enough! But in the meantime, he's giving a piece of his mind to Mysterio! First (cameo) appearance of the Gwen Stacy clone. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Aunt May, Glory Grant, Betty Brant, Ned Leeds, Joe Robertson, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 119.) 36 pages. 25c cover price. Cover price $0.25.

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First (full) appearance of the Gwen Stacy clone in "The Delusion Conspiracy!" Part 2 of 2. Script by Gerry Conway. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns), Frank Giacoia (finishes), and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by Gil Kane and John Romita. On the banks of the Seine River inside the Cathedral de Notre Dame, the wondrous wall-crawler battles the Cyclone to save J. Jonah Jameson and Joe Robertson! With a bit of American ingenuity, the spectacular one defeats the French super-villain and sets a course for home! On the long flight back, Peter looks forward to reuniting with Mary Jane; but when he arrives at his Chelsea apartment…he finds Gwen Stacy instead! What?! Unbelievable! The web-slinger's nightmare is only just beginning. Cameo appearances by Aunt May and Anna Watson. Origin of the Cyclone. (Notes: This issue along with its dramatic cover sent shockwaves thru Marveldom when it was published. The Cyclone appears next in Spectacular Spider-Man 22 & 23. The letters page includes Marvel Value Stamp series A #18 Volstagg by Jack Kirby and John Romita. The letters page also includes a letter from Fantagraphics publisher Kim Thompson. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 524,583; average paid circulation 288,232. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 121.) 36 pages. 25c cover price. Cover price $0.25.

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First appearance of the Spider-Man Clone in "Even If I Live, I Die!" Script by Gerry Conway. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by Mike Esposito and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia. One of the classic web-slinger issues of the bronze age! At Shea Stadium in Queens, the master plan of the Jackal finally comes together! On the infield grass, the Amazing Spider-Man fights to the finish against a carbon copy of himself - the Spider-Clone! With Ned Leeds in mortal danger, can the wondrous wall-crawler triumph over his clone and the Jackal too? But even if he wins, your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man may still lose Gwen once again. An emotional ending for all. Origins of the Jackal and the Gwen Stacy clone. Apparent deaths of the Jackal and the Spider-Clone. Cameo appearances by Joe Robertson, J. Jonah Jameson, Betty Brant, Mary Jane Watson, and the Tarantula. Flashback cameos by Anthony Serba and Gwen Stacy. (Note: The Gwen Stacy clone returns many years later in Spectacular Spider-Man Annual 8. The next story arc relating to the clone saga takes place in Spectacular Spider-Man (1st series) 25-31 - the introduction of Carrion, the clone of Professor Miles Warren. This issue completes Gerry Conway's unforgettable 3-year run as the writer of the Amazing Spider-Man title - highlighted by the death of Gwen Stacy; the creation of the Punisher; and the Spider-Clone saga. Many future stories proceeded from Gerry Conway's bronze age scripts. The full clone saga was reprinted in 2011 in the trade paperback: The Amazing Spider-Man - The Original Clone Saga. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 126.) 36 pages. 25c cover price. Cover price $0.25.

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"Skirmish Beneath the Streets!" Part 1 of 2. Script by Len Wein. Pencils by Ross Andru. Inks by John Romita Sr., Mike Esposito, Frank Giacoia, and Dave Hunt (backgrounds). Cover by John Romita Sr. One of the best Spider-Man covers of the bronze age kicks off a new era for the wondrous wall-crawler! And JJJ begins the fun by hosting a party in honor of Ned and Betty's engagement! The flattop curmudgeon is in rare form and about to make a speech when the lights suddenly go out! What happened to the NYC power grid? Maybe it was a shock(er) to the system! The web-slinger descends into the sewers to find out! Appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, Harry Osborn, Betty Brant, Ned Leeds, J. Jonah Jameson, and Joe Robertson. (Notes: In this issue Spider-Man disposes of his clone's body at the Brooklyn incinerating plant before attending Jonah's party. Thus, ending the saga of the Spider-Clone. Or so Spidey and all his fans thought. The Shocker previously appeared in Amazing Spider-Man 72. The cover to this issue is a homage to the classic cover of Amazing Spider-Man 33. Len Wein begins his memorable two-and-a-half year run as the writer of the Amazing Spider-Man title. This story was reprinted in Marvel Tales 128.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.25.