Classics Illustrated Special (1955) comic books 1955-1957

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The Story of Jesus. First printing. Cover by Victor Prezio. Stories and art by Lorenz Graham and William A. Walsh. The semiannual Specials from Classics Illustrated were educational comics typically about science, history and American culture. This first issue focuses on the life of Jesus as relayed in the four Gospels of the New Testament, from his birth at Bethlehem to his Crucifixion and Resurrection. Birth and Boyhood of Jesus; Preparation for Lifes Work; The Galilean Ministry; Jesus at Jerusalem; Betrayal, Trial and Crucifixion; Resurrection. 96 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

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The Story of America. Stories and art by Lou Cameron and Pete Costanza. The semiannual Specials from Classics Illustrated were educational comics on science, history and American culture. This issue retells the history of the United States, starting with Columbus stumbling across North America, and continuing to the colonial era. A comics version of the patriotic poem Paul Reveres Ride by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. During the Revolutionary War, Francis Scott Key has the wartime experiences that inspire him to write "The Star Spangled Banner." The Man Who Discovered America; The Birth of America; Paul Reveres Ride; The Star Spangled Banner. 96 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

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The Ten Commandments. Cover by Norman Nodel. Stories and art by Norman Nodel and Lorenz Graham. The semiannual Specials from Classics Illustrated were educational comics on science, history and American culture. This issue focuses on the story of Moses and his quest to lead the Hebrew people from captivity in Egypt. Another story relates the Biblical tale of Joseph and his brothers. Plus, this original printing features a vintage ad for Cecil B. DeMille's 1956 production of The Ten Commandments, and endorsements of the comic by religious leaders and publishers of the era. The Ten Commandments; Joseph and His Brethren. 96 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

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Adventures in Science. Stories and art by Pete Costanza and others. The semiannual Specials from Classics Illustrated were educational comics on science, history and American culture. This issue focuses on the history of human flight, from Leonardo da Vinci to the great airships, from the Wright Brothers to the newly begun age of jet power. Andy learns about atomic energy, in a story that's mildly disturbing to modern eyes, reprinted from Picture Parade (1953) #1. Biographies of Amelia Earhart and Louis Pasteur. The history of communication, from primeval drums to television. Adventures in Science; Andys Atomic Adventures; The Discoveries of Louis Pasteur; From Tom-Tom to TV; Great Lives: Amelia Earhart; Pioneers of Science: Joseph Priestly. 96 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

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The Rough Rider. The semiannual Specials from Classics Illustrated were educational comics on science, history and American culture. This issue focuses on the life of US President Theodore Roosevelt, from his childhood and cowboy days to his military service and political career. Plus excerpts from the writings of Roosevelt. And a letter from the Director of the Theodore Roosevelt Centennial Commission on the 100th anniversary of TR's birth. The Rough Rider; This He Believed...; Theodore Roosevelt. 96 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.