Alicia Masters’ art show is disrupted by a C-list trio from the Thing’s past – along with the Impossible Man. Mark Gruenwald and Ralph Macchio story is alright, but the art – by George Pérez and Gene Day – is a delight.
READCerebus Jam isn’t your traditional Bronze Age team-up book as it’s more interested in creative collaborations than character crossovers. Showcasing the work of Dave Sim and an array of comic artist stars including Will Eisner, Murphy Anderson, Terry Austin and more.
READThe Human Torch is happy to see Spider-Man but isn’t prepared for a visit from the Frightful Four. Also: Annihilus! A spectacularly average comic from the team of Gerry Conway, Ross Andru and Jim Mooney.
READBatman and Wonder Woman team to stop a notorious industrial spy who operates from a ship on international waters. Madcap writer Bob Haney cranks the crazy to 11, with strong support from artist Jim Aparo.
READThe Cat comes to Manhattan seeking Spider-Man’s help to hunt down and stop the misandrist Man-Killer. The new villainess is an unsubtle sign of the times, from the all-male team of Gerry Conway and Jim Mooney.
READA tragic turn at a peace rally sets the Titans on a new course with the mysterious Mr. Jupiter. Plus, the first appearance of Lilith. A jam-packed issue from the creative team of Robert Kanigher and Nick Cardy.
READKull, doubting his role as king, finds himself protecting Valusia from a spreading spectre of silence. Another barbarian winner from Roy Thomas, with gorgeous art from a young Bernie Wrightson. Plus an Atlas-era monster reprint with art from Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers.
READGreen Lantern and Green Arrow visit a reservation, battle bikers and discover Black Canary has been brainwashed by a cult. Denny O’Neil and Neal Adams help establish the Bronze Age’s relevance trend with strong issues like this one.
READThe Avengers lay the Swordsman to rest in Vietnam – where they run afoul of the Titanic Three! An intriguing-but-sometimes-impenetrable story from Steve Englehart, with art by Sal Buscema and Joe Staton.
READThe Gladiator! The X-Men (apparently)! Captain America! Spider-Man! And, of course, the Fantastic Four! This issue’s a battle royal – one well choreographed by writer/artist John Byrne.
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