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Superman (1939 1st Series) 167

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    Published Feb 1964 by DC.

    Superman (1939 1st Series) 167 VG 4.0 (R)

    New origin of Braniac

    Restored (see item notes)

    RESTORATION. Cover cleaned. Centerfold detached at one staple. Tape on interior cover.

    Starts Apr 20

    Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. The Deadly Duo! [The Team of Luthor and Brainiac! part 1], script by Edmond Hamilton and Cary Bates (plot), pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein; Lex Luthor escapes prison and discovers the existence of Brainiac. The Downfall of Superman! [The Team of Luthor and Brainiac! part 2]; Lex Luthor releases Brainiac from prison, re-programs him, and teams with him to shrink Superman; 1st appearance of Tharla, Lex Luthor's future wife. The Hour of Kandor's Vengeance! [The Team of Luthor and Brainiac! part 3]; With the help of the Kandorians, Superman turns the tables on Luthor and Brainiac. Letter to the editor from comics writer E. Nelson Bridwell. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.