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Action Comics (1938 DC) 232 PR 0.5

Interior is complete. Full length spine split. Multiple tears on back cover. Cover-to-cover lateral spine tears. Staples added (not manufacturing). Tape.

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Cover pencils by Curt Swan (1st Swan cover in Action), inks by Stan Kaye. "The Story of Superman, Junior," script by Jerry Coleman, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye; Johnny Kirk's father blasts him into space because he thinks Earth is soon to be destroyed by a meteor; After Superboy deflects the meteor, he asks him to find his son. One-page Ollie story by Henry Boltinoff. "Three Dives to Doom" starring Congo Bill, art by Howard Sherman. "Riddle of the Space Rainbow" script by Otto Binder, art by Jim Mooney; Tommy Tomorrow vs. "Nova" Norton. 36 Pages, Full Color. $.10 Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 105 PR 0.5

Interior complete. Full length spine split with piece cut from back cover.

Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. "The Challenge of Batwoman," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; Batwoman believes that an amnesiac man she finds is really Batman and that she should re-train him in crime fighting methods; Since Batman is injured and must stay out of action, he and Robin go along with her mistake, but the man is really the leader of a gang of crooks. Half-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Winter Sports Champions of the World public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Ruben Moreira. "The Second Boy Wonder!", script by France Herron, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; After battling Gorilla Hardy and his gang, the Dynamic Duo arrive back at the Bat-Cave, but Robin has a surprise for his caped counterpart: he is NOT Dick Grayson, but Fred Loyd, who assumed the role after Dick Grayson was injured. "Gems in a Jam" text story. "The Mysterious Bat-Missile," pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; A strange vehicle materializes in the Bat-Cave which helps Batman and Robin in their crime fighting duties, but they are wary of its unknown origin. 2/3-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 105 0.3

Interior is complete. Full length spine split to first wrap.

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Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. "The Challenge of Batwoman," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; Batwoman believes that an amnesiac man she finds is really Batman and that she should re-train him in crime fighting methods; Since Batman is injured and must stay out of action, he and Robin go along with her mistake, but the man is really the leader of a gang of crooks. Half-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Winter Sports Champions of the World public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Ruben Moreira. "The Second Boy Wonder!", script by France Herron, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; After battling Gorilla Hardy and his gang, the Dynamic Duo arrive back at the Bat-Cave, but Robin has a surprise for his caped counterpart: he is NOT Dick Grayson, but Fred Loyd, who assumed the role after Dick Grayson was injured. "Gems in a Jam" text story. "The Mysterious Bat-Missile," pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; A strange vehicle materializes in the Bat-Cave which helps Batman and Robin in their crime fighting duties, but they are wary of its unknown origin. 2/3-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 107 PR 0.5

Interior complete. Full length spine split (taped). Staples added (not manufacturing). Water damage. Brittle.

Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. "The Boy Who Adopted Batman," pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Danny Benson, a boy without a father, often talked to the Batman statue in the park; One day, he tells the statue about a gang of crooks and eventually he assists in the round-up of the criminals. Careers in Nursing public service announcement with Buzzy, art by Ruben Moreira. One-page Warden Willis story by Henry Boltinoff. "Robin Falls in Love," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; Robin falls hard for a lovely young skater after saving her life....a romance that causes problems for Batman in their daily crime fighting chores! "Foiling the Getaways" text story. 2/3-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Grown-Up Boy Wonder," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Stan Kaye; While examining a lead-lined box Superman had brought back from outer space, Dick accidentally touches a release, emitting a gas that causes him to grow bodily into manhood, thus forcing him to give up his Robin persona and adopting a different crime fighting ID. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 108 GD- 1.8

2" Cumulative spine split. Cover detached at one staple.

Cover pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris. "The Big Batman Quiz," pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Batman appears on a TV game show to verify answers of a contestant, who dies after deducing the Caped Crusader's true identity. 2/3-page Warden Willis story by Henry Boltinoff. Worldwide Adventures in Science! public service announcement, art by Ruben Moreira. "Prisoners of the Bat-Cave," pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Trapped by a malfunctioning time-lock, the Caped Crusaders actually solve a murder mystery while confined, but must find a way to get the evidence to the Governor in time to prevent an innocent man's execution! Half-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Wits Are Their Only Weapons article. "The Career of Batman Jones," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Having saved a young couple from a serious car accident, Batman is pleased to learn the couple have named their young son after him. But his problems begin when the young boy wants to also become a crime fighter. One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 109 FR 1.0

5" Cumulative spine split. Cover detached. Interior soiling.

Cover pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris. "Three Crimes Against Batman," pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Batman turns the table on a crook who has successfully stolen several of the Caped Crusader's prized trophies. Earn While You Learn? public service announcement, art by Ruben Moreira. One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. "Follow the Batman," pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; A crook named Waller sees the Batmobile run off the road, knocking out the Caped Crusader and injuring Robin, and he decides to use the occasion to replace the Batman for his own purposes. One-page Warden Willis story by Henry Boltinoff. Half-page Shorty story by Henry Boltinoff. "Beware: Detective at Work" text story. "The 1,001 Inventions of Batman," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Unbeknownst to Batman and Robin, a criminal scientist succeeds in X-raying and then building his version of the Batman's effective crime tool, the Flying Eye, to use against the Dynamic Duo. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 111 FR 1.0

Interior complete. Coupon cut in cover. Tape on interior cover and pages.

Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. "The Gotham City Safari," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; Batman and Robin are invited to become members of the famed Safari Club is quickly followed by the murder of one of the members, and the Dynamic Duo soon find themselves on a "safari" to ferret out the killer...before he kills them! One-page Warden Willis story by Henry Boltinoff. "How NOT to Enjoy a Vacation!" text story. "The Other Bruce Wayne," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; Commissioner Gordon has a surprise for Bruce: a relative of his from the coast who decides to teach Bruce how to be a great detective! One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Wild Ride of Squad Car 12" text article. "The Armored Batman," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Stan Kaye; All of Gotham City is puzzled by Batman and Robin's odd behavior and strange costuming when they hear of a man named Blair Graeme threatening the Caped Crusaders. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Brave and the Bold (1955 1st Series DC) 10 PR 0.5

Interior is complete. Full length spine split. Centerfold detached. Only one staple (manufacturing). Water damage.

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Cover by Irv Novick. "The King of the Sea," script by Bill Finger, art by Russ Heath; King Trident, king of the sea aboard a great ship in the shape of a castle, is sinking all vessels that carry supplies to King Richard in the crusades; He is working with Prince John to prolong the war and ensure that Richard never comes back to reclaim his throne; Robin Hood and his band take on the sea king. "Secret of the Feather-Men's Ship," script by Bob Haney, art by Joe Kubert; The people of the small fishing village find Jon unconscious, in a strange type of boat they have never seen before; After awakening, Jon remembers the adventure he had in a far off undiscovered land to the west, and tells the tale of how he helped a tribe of Indians fight against their rivals. The Battle That Won the World article, art by Raymond Perry. "Challenge of the Round Table," script by Robert Kanigher, art by Irv Novick; At King Arthur's Round Table, his knights boast of their daring deeds; With Sir Galahad and Lancelot each having done a great deed, felling a giant and slaying a dragon, the boasts turn to arguments over who was better. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 239 GD/VG 3.0

Cover oxidation. Water damage.

Cover art by Sheldon Moldoff and Jack Adler. Roy Raymond's Strange Revenge starring Roy Raymond TV Detective, art by Ruben Moreira. How Police Catch Crooks at Work article by Jack Miller (as Joe McCoy). Ordeal by Fire starring John Jones Manhunter from Mars, art by Joe Certa. Full-page ad for Challengers of the Unknown in Showcase # 4. "Grey tone" cover. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 242 FR 1.0

6 1/2" Cumulative spine split. Cover oxidation. Water damage.

Cover art by Sheldon Moldoff. The Underworld Bat-Cave starring Batman and Robin, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris. Careers in Nursing public service announcement starring Buzzy, art by Ruben Moreira. The Man Who Could Make Money starring Roy Raymond TV Detective, art by Ruben Moreira. Warden Willis humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Thirty Fathom Sleuth starring John Jones Manhunter from Mars, art by Joe Certa. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 244 GD 2.0

Cover detached. Water damage.

Cover art by Sheldon Moldoff. The 100 Batarangs of Batman starring Batman and Robin, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris. Worldwide Adventures in Science! public service announcement, art by Ruben Moreira. Casey the Cop humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Super-Spectacular starring Roy Raymond TV Detective, art by Ruben Moreira. Hit-And-Run Police Squads article. The Four Stunts of Doom starring John Jones Manhunter from Mars, art by Joe Certa. Warden Willis humor page by Henry Boltinoff. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 246 FR/GD 1.5

4" Cumulative spine split. Centerfold detached. Water damage.

Cover art by Sheldon Moldoff. Murder at Mystery Castle starring Batman and Robin, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris. Earn While You Learn! public service announcement, art by Ruben Moreira. Casey the Cop humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Man With the Magic Camera starring Roy Raymond TV Detective, script by Jack Miller, art by Ruben Moreira. Warden Willis humor page by Henry Boltinoff. Introduction of Diane Meade in John Jones' Female Nemesis starring John Jones Manhunter from Mars, script by Jack Miller, art by Joe Certa. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 246 PR 0.5

Interior is complete. Full length spine split.

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Cover art by Sheldon Moldoff. Murder at Mystery Castle starring Batman and Robin, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris. Earn While You Learn! public service announcement, art by Ruben Moreira. Casey the Cop humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Man With the Magic Camera starring Roy Raymond TV Detective, script by Jack Miller, art by Ruben Moreira. Warden Willis humor page by Henry Boltinoff. Introduction of Diane Meade in John Jones' Female Nemesis starring John Jones Manhunter from Mars, script by Jack Miller, art by Joe Certa. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 247 GD- 1.8

Water damage.

Cover art by Curt Swan and Stan Kaye. The Man Who Ended Batman's Career starring Batman, Robin, and Professor Milo (intro and origin), script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris. Danger Prejudice at Work! public service announcement, art by Ruben Moreira. The Mechanical Bloodhound starring Roy Raymond TV Detective, art by Ruben Moreira. Casey the Cop humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Impossible Messages starring John Jones Manhunter from Mars, script by Jack Miller, art by Joe Certa. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 248 GD/VG 3.0

Cover oxidation.

Cover art by Sheldon Moldoff. Around the World in 8 Days starring Batman and Robin, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris. How Not to Enjoy a Vacation! public service announcement, art by Ruben Moreira. The Fabulous Fabric starring Roy Raymond TV Detective, art by Ruben Moreira. Decision For a Lady Cop text story. Casey the Cop humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Martian Without A Memory starring J'onn J'onzz Manhunter from Mars, art by Joe Certa. Warden Willis humor page by Henry Boltinoff. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 250 FR/GD 1.5

2" Spine split from bottom. Oxidation. Water damage. Lateral spine breaks. Staples added (not manufacturing).

Cover art by Sheldon Moldoff. Batman's Super-Enemy starring Batman and Robin, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris. The Trick is to Treat All the World's Children! public service announcement, art by Ruben Moreira. Roy Raymond's New Secretary starring Roy Raymond TV Detective, art by Ruben Moreira. They Police Our Ports article. The Stymied Sleuth starring John Jones Manhunter from Mars, art by Joe Certa. Casey the Cop two pager, art by Henry Boltinoff. 36 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Golden Picture Classic SC (1956-1957 Western) CL-407 VG- 3.5 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION: Color touch.

Volume 407 (CL-407) - 1st printing. "Around The World In 80 Days!" Based on the story by Jules Verne. Adapted by Charles Verral. Art by Tom Gill. The Western Printing Co. (Simon & Shuster) present timeless classics for any generation. Softcover, 96 pages, Text (with full color illustrations). Cover price $0.50.

House of Mystery (1951-1983 1st Series) 61 FR/GD 1.5 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION: Color touch.

"Superstition Day," "The Demon Shoes," "The Second Life of Mr. Swan," and "The Thing in the Box" (art by Jack Kirby). 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

House of Mystery (1951-1983 1st Series) 68 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white

Label #4705498016

Cover art by Ruben Moreira. "Teddy Roosevelt Guardian of Nature" public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Ruben Moreira. "The Book That Bewitched," art by Joe Maneely; Occult researcher Dexter Waring is writing a well-publicized book debunking the supernatural while at the same time running a scam to convince wealthy people that they are endangered by evil mystical forces. -page Professor Eureka story by Henry Boltinoff. "Three Gambles with Fate," art by Howard Purcell; Carl Burk steals legendary Chinese herbs that he believes will bring him great wealth and fame. "The Secret of the Phantom Fish" article. "The Phantom Ship," art by George Papp; On an ocean cruise, Roger Duval has been robbing passenger cabins and tries to escape overboard when he is spotted; He climbs aboard a passing ship but finds that its crew are all ghosts, as is he, having died in his escape. "The Magic Stick," art by George Papp; Traveling singer Brian O'Reilly discovers a magic stick that seems to help avert several disasters. "The Microscopic Man," art by Ruben Moreira; A scientist finds a method of shrinking objects and restoring them, but when his assistant is accidentally exposed to it, he continues to shrink and may disappear entirely before he can be restored to normal size. One-page Varsity Vic story by Henry Boltinoff. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

House of Secrets (1956 1st Series) 2 CGC 3.5

Paper: Cream to off white

Centerfold detached.

Label #3939331008

"The Witch's Candles," "The Brain Thief," "Mars Calling," and "The Mask of Fear" (art by Ruben Moreira). Moreira cover. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

House of Secrets (1956 1st Series) 4 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #3939331010

Featuring: "The House of Human Cards" drawn by Jim Mooney; "The Amazing Visions of Abel Innes" drawn by Mort Meskin and George Roussos; "House Haunters, Inc." drawn by Bernard Baily; "Master of the Unknown" drawn by Jack Kirby. Also, a gag tale by Henry Boltinoff. Cover by Ruben Moreira. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Jann of the Jungle (1955) 15 CGC 2.5

Paper: Off white

Label #2103333024

Cover art by Bill Everett. "The Way of the Outcasts!", script by Don Rico, pencils by Jay Scott Pike; After Jann gets Blayne's license as a hunter and guide revoked, he and hunter Jason conspire to kill her; She defeats them with the help of a friendly elephant. "The Hidden Ruins" text story, art by Don Heck. "When the Big Rains Came!", script by Don Rico, pencils by Jay Scott Pike; The local tribe is convinced that Pat is bad luck and has caused the current draught, until he flies over the tribe in an airplane and a rain storm follows. "Last Bullet!", script by Don Rico, art by Don Heck; With only one bullet, Cliff must save himself, his client, and his beater. "The Greatest Fear!", script by Don Rico, pencils by Syd Shores; Hunger drives animals to risk death for great rewards. "Revenge of the Totem!", script by Don Rico, pencils by Jay Scott Pike; Hunter Carter takes a sacred oath beneath the Totem of Karak to leave the jungle on Jann's command; Later, he renegs on his oath and comes to believe that the totem pole itself is after him. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Junior Medics of America, The (1953 1359 GD 2.0

2" Cumulative spine split. Water damage.

Lassie (1950-1962 Dell) 33 CGC 3.5

Paper: Off white

Label #4698990011

"The Perilous Islands," "The Search," and "Sign of Honor." Reina the Black Panther back-up story. Painted cover. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Mystery in Space (1951 1st Series) 36 CGC 7.0

Paper: Off white

Label #4727467015

"Secret of the Moon Sphinx," "Earth's Lucky War," "The Road to Outer Space" (art by Carmine Infantino), and "The Expanding Space-Taxi" (pencils by Gil Kane). Grey-tone cover (by Kane?). 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Our Army at War (1952) 56 CGC 5.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #2081953015

Cover art by Joe Kubert. Untitled story, script by Bob Kanigher, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. Combat Carousel, script by Bob Kanigher, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. The Tree In No-Man's Land, script by Dave Wood, art by Jack Abel. Face of the Enemy, script by Bob Kanigher, art by Russ Heath. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Our Army at War (1952) 59 VG+ 4.5 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Color touch, spine rebuild, edges reinforced, TRIMMED. Pen in margin of first page.

Cover art by Jerry Grandenetti. Untitled story, script by Bob Kanigher, art by Jerry Grandenetti. The Silent Sergeant, script by Bob Haney, art by Jack Abel. Sweep Your Alley, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. Battle Zoo, script by Jack Miller, art by Joe Kubert. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Star Spangled War Stories (1952 DC 2nd Series) 55 GD/VG 3.0

1/2" cumulative spine split. Three center wraps detached at one staple. Water damage. Staple rust.

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Cover art by Joe Kubert. The Burning Desert, script by Robert Bernstein, art by Russ Heath. The Walking Snowbird, script by Bob Haney, art by Joe Kubert. Back Street Battle, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Joe Giella. Diary of a Tin Pot featuring The Talking Helmet, script by Robert Kanigher, art by Jerry Grandenetti. First in War..., script and pencils by Morris Waldinger, inks by Tom Nicolisi. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Star Spangled War Stories (1952 DC 2nd Series) 59 GD/VG 3.0

Cover oxidation with chipping. Water spotting.

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Cover art by Jerry Grandenetti. Kick in the Door, script by Robert Kanigher, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. The Soldier on Four Wheels, script by Bill Finger, art by Mort Drucker. The Track of the Treads, script by France Herron, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. Frogman Battleground, script by Bob Haney, art by Russ Heath. War Oddities fact half-page by Morris Waldinger. Private Diary humor page by Irwin Hasen. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Star Spangled War Stories (1952 DC 2nd Series) 63 GD 2.0

1/2" spine split from the top. Cover detached. Cover oxidation. Water damage.

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Cover art by Jerry Grandenetti. Flying Range Rider, script by Robert Kanigher, art by Jerry Grandenetti. Set Up a Line, script by Bill Finger, art by Jack Abel. It Can't Get Rougher, script by Bill Finger, art by Irv Novick. The Monkey Wrench, script by France Herron, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. Khaki-Yaks humor half-page by Irwin Hansen. First in War, script and pencils by Morris Waldinger, inks by Tom Nicolisi. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Strange Suspense Stories (1952 Fawcett/Charlton) 34 PR 0.5

Interior is complete. Full length spine split. Missing back cover.

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Cover by Steve Ditko. Edited by Pat Masulli. Stories by unknown. Art by Steve Ditko, Bill Molno? and Vince Alascia. Six terrifying Strange Suspense Stories! In this issue: "The Scar" with art by Steve Ditko; "The Man Who Lost His Face" with art by Ditko; "The Atomic Clerk" with art by Ditko; "The Desert Spell" with art by Ditko; "Escape" with art by Bill Molno? and Vince Alascia; and 2-page text story "Ejos Discovers Earth"! Note: Overstreet notes this issue includes the "story of ruthless business man, Wm. B. Gaines," a nod to the real-life EC publisher of the same name. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Strange Tales (1951 1st Series) 59 GD 2.0

3" Cumulative spine split. Centerfold detached at one staple. Water damage.

"Help, Help!" with art by Gene Colan; "When the World Went Mad!" with art by Bernard Krigstein; "What Waits in the Dungeon?" with art by George Woodbridge; "Trapped in the Burning Sands"; "The Fearful Fate of Mr. Foster"; "The Death Mask!"; and "Magic Mist Foam." 36 pgs. Cover price $0.10.

Strange Tales (1951 1st Series) 59 GD 2.0

Cover oxidation. 2" tear on cover.

"Help, Help!" with art by Gene Colan; "When the World Went Mad!" with art by Bernard Krigstein; "What Waits in the Dungeon?" with art by George Woodbridge; "Trapped in the Burning Sands"; "The Fearful Fate of Mr. Foster"; "The Death Mask!"; and "Magic Mist Foam." 36 pgs. Cover price $0.10.

Strange Tales (1951 1st Series) 60 GD+ 2.5

3" Cumulative spine split.

Cover art by Bill Everett. "With Just One Stroke," art by John Forte; A criminal discovers a magic pen, which makes anything that he writes come true; It runs dry when he is trying to steal jewels, leaving him trapped in a vault to die. "Rude Awakening!", art by George Woodbridge; An embezzler dreams he will be caught, and kills the man he dreams responsible; The murder is another dream, as he is jailed pending sentence for embezzlement. "The Final Shot!", script by Carl Wessler, art by Robert Q. Sale; A convict released from prison attempts to get revenge on those responsible for placing him there; He shoots them with a chemical compound that makes them susceptible to suggestion in order to force them to commit crimes. "Child's Play!", pencils by Christopher Rule (?) and Ed Winiarski, inks by Christopher Rule; A rich man gets forces a scientist to give him a robot as a toy for his son despite his warnings; It tries to burn the house down. "Crackpot Chemist" text story. "The Puppet Man," art by Dan Loprino; An amnesiac confesses to a murder he doesn't remember, but applause reminds him that he is only an actor lost in his role. "The Abyss!", art by Jim Mooney; Political refugees seeking to flee tyranny are assisted by supernatural beings, and realize once they reach freedom that they crossed over Mt. Olympus. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.10.

Tarzan (1948-1972 Dell/Gold Key) 97 CGC 5.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4705498013

Gordon Scott photo cover. "Tarzan and the Last Tyrant," script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Jesse Marsh; Tarzan and King Jathon secure a pair of gryfs to battle an enormous garth that is threatening the city of Cathne. "The Ghost Horn" text story starring Mabu. "Tarzan and the Young Feather Merchant," script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Jesse Marsh; Tarzan rescues Boy and Dombie, and their new friend Mikboko, from the Nuramis who plan to execute the children for touching their sacred bird. Untitled Brothers of the Spear story, script by Gaylord Du Bois, art by Russ Manning; Continuing their journey back to Aba-Zulu, the brothers rescue a group of hunters from a man-eating lion. Sound Detectors? illustration by Jesse Marsh; Portrait of a fennec. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.10.

Uncanny Tales (1952 Atlas) 56 PR 0.5

INCOMPLETE. Centerfold missing, interrupts art and story.

Edited by Stan Lee. Cover by Fred Kida. Stories by Stan Lee, Bob Powell, Ruben Moreira, Ed Winiarski, Sol Brodsky, Joe Maneely, Bernie Krigstein, and Frank Bolle. Tantalizing tales of suspense and horror, sometimes with science fiction elements. 36 pages, full color. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

World of Suspense (1956) 8 PR 0.5

Interior is complete. 7" spine split. Cover detached. Centerfold detached at one staple.

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Final issue of the series. "Prisoner of the Ghost Ship" (art by Richard Doxsee), "Dead End," "The Amazing Bardini," "Forbidden," "The Very Old Man," "The Secret Room" (art by John Forte), and a two-page text story, "The Dreamer." Cover price $0.10.