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    Thing (1952 Charlton) 8 GD/VG 3.0

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    Ended Aug 5 2022
    Winning Bid $227

    Cover by Bob Forgione. "The Ghost of Abbey Playhouse," art by Bob Forgione; Eric Abbey inherits a decrepit London theatre; When he opens Abbey Playhouse again to the public, the ghosts from the past won't allow it and bring the place down. "A Grave Situation," script by Carl Memling, art by John Belfi; Dying Mike Trenton tells his doctor a fantastic tale: the ghost of the man he killed while on a treasure hunt followed the party and took them out one by one. "The Green Mass" text story. "Vein of Irony," art by Bob Forgione; A vampire is loose in a hospital, but drinks poisoned blood. "Death Has Deep Roots," script by Carl Memling, art by Bob Forgione; A bunch of gangsters kill an old man for his hidden treasure. Having them cursed with his dying breath, the group dies one by one in grotesque fashions. 36 pgs., full color. $0.10. Cover price $0.10. Grade: GD/VG 3.0 explanation of grade Condition: Used (collectible)