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Worlds of Fear (1952) comic books

  • Issue #2
    Worlds of Fear (1952) 2

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    Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. Stories and art by Bob Powell, Bernard Baily, and John C. Adler. Numbering continues from Worlds Beyond (1951) #1. Pre-Code tales of horror from Fawcett, a publisher not normally noted for grue. When Frank misses the plane crash he should have died in, he finds himself on the run in a city of lost souls. A zoologist accidentally gives himself lycanthropy, and must decide between power and remorse. An imprisoned criminal gets the ability to take over other people's bodies after a pact with the devil. City of Fearful Night; Curse of the Werewolf; Unknown Terror; The Devil's Prize. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #3
    Worlds of Fear (1952) 3

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    Stories and art by George Evans and Martin Smith. Pre-Code tales of horror from Fawcett, a publisher not normally noted for grue. A human accidentally discovers the world of the Gkmloooms, a sinister mutant race living beneath the ruins of Hiroshima, in a story with art by EC legend George Evans. A mad scientist revives an executed murderer, but the killer still depends on the doctor's formula to stay undead. Ghostly hands play an eerie piano. Frost and Scorpion, the captains of the rival pirate ships the Sea Beast and the Black Avenger, continue their battle from beyond the grave. Truly eerie cover image, probably by Sheldon Moldoff. The Metamorphosis of the Gkmloooms; The Strangler; The Room; Captain Frost's Phantom Vessel. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #4
    Worlds of Fear (1952) 4
    • Hole punched through front cover and first nine pages, slightly interrupts art and story. Centerfold detached at one staple.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.
      Other items consigned by Bud Plant

    Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. Stories and art by Bob Powell and Sheldon Moldoff. Pre-Code tales of horror from Fawcett, a publisher not normally noted for grue. Ted dies in an accident, but is allowed to return to life until he finds his soul mate. A pro athlete finds an evil way to enhance his performance, by channeling the abilities of dead baseball stars. A gang boss's head is kept alive by a mad scientist to help his cronies plan their crimes. The Dead Lover Returns!; The Man Who Lost His Body; The Shrunken Head; The Resurrected Head. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #5
    Worlds of Fear (1952) 5

    Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. Stories and art by Bob Powell, Eando Binder, Mo Marcus and Mike Sekowsky. Pre-Code tales of horror from Fawcett, a publisher not normally noted for grue. Con men plot the murder of eccentric clock collector Augustus, never guessing the secret behind all those clocks. A wooden puppet comes to life, but it's no friendly Pinocchio. A grave robber is haunted by vengeful worms. Heartbeat House; The Devil Puppet; The Horror in the Mirror; The Conqueror Worm. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #6
    Worlds of Fear (1952) 6
    • INCOMPLETE. Piece missing, interrupts art or story.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.
      Other items consigned by Bud Plant

    Stories and art by Sheldon Moldoff, Bob McCarty and John Martin. Pre-Code tales of horror from Fawcett, a publisher not normally noted for grue. Entomologist Dr. Jarrat develops "Metamorphosis syndrome" and finds himself turning into a different insect every night. An actor rebuilds the stage of his greatest performance, but also revives the ghost of his greatest enemy. An antiques dealer finds himself going backwards in time. An artist learns too much about the technique of a tortured master painter. A Death for a Death; The Stage Is Set for Murder; The Man Who Was Monday; The Locked Door. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #7
    Worlds of Fear (1952) 7

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    Stories and art by Sheldon Moldoff, Bob McCarty and John Martin. Pre-Code tales of horror from Fawcett, a publisher not normally noted for grue. After a deadly car crash, Stephen travels to the realm of Death itself to rescue his wife. A stolen necklace brings a female ghost and a curse from the southern swamps, in a story that may be the work of sci-fi author Harry Harrison. An arrogant violinist acquires a cursed violin and joins the orchestra of the damned. Journey to Chaos; Ghost of the Swamp; Haste Makes Death; Satan's Stradivari! 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #8
    Worlds of Fear (1952) 8
    • Paper: Off white to white
    • Slab: Significant side/edge cracks 1" or more
    • Label #4140513014
    • Cover oxidation.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

    Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. Stories and art by Sheldon Moldoff, Bob McCarty and John Martin. Pre-Code tales of horror from Fawcett, a publisher not normally noted for grue. Paul returns from the jungle safari he barely survived, but he won't discuss how he survived the deadly plane crash. Rival puppeteers share a dark secret. Crooks rob an old pirate captain, and are cursed for their efforts. ?; The Phantom Gloves; The Rivals; The Curse of Manu. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

  • Issue #9
    Worlds of Fear (1952) 9
    • Heavy water damage, paper deterioration, staple rust/migration. Mold spots.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.
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    Stories and art by Sheldon Moldoff, Bob McCarty, Maurice Gutwirth and John Martin. Pre-Code tales of horror from Fawcett, a publisher not normally noted for grue. A murderous tailor is blackmailed by the man who knows his secret, until he manages to create an article of clothing that will set him free. Scientist Philip learns how to understand rodents, only to discover their sinister plans for humankind. A sculptor accidentally chooses a cursed tree as raw material for his latest creation. The Harvest of Horror; Tailor of Death!; They Are Watching You!; Diamond of Doom; Deaths Bride-Groom. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

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    $650 Worlds of Fear #9 by Fawcett Comics (1953) - Fair/Good (1.5) **READ DESC**

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  • Issue #10
    Worlds of Fear (1952) 10

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    Painted cover by Norman Saunders. Stories and art by Sheldon Moldoff, Bob McCarty, Maurice Gutwirth and John Martin. Pre-Code tales of horror from Fawcett, a publisher not normally noted for grue. Beat cop Perry witnesses what seems to be an ordinary kidnapping, and stumbles on a cave of zombies. Honeymooners in Haiti inadvertently come into possession of a real voodoo doll. A boy enters a marble tournament with magical glass eyes, but their owner isn't going to be happy. Plus instructions for becoming a werewolf, something everyone needs to know. Time's Secret; The Fleshless Ones; Witchcraft in Old England; The Devil's Side Show; The Juju Wishing Doll; How to Become a Werewolf; The Eyes in His Hand. Final issue of the series. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.