Comic books January 1978

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1st printing. Based on the story by Charles Dickens. Adapted by Carlos A. Cornejo. Art by Chiqui de la Fuente. Published in Italy, this is a graphic adaptation of the classic tale of redemption. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, full color.

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This 1978 Baronet hardcover edition was limited to 1500 copies, all signed and numbered by Will Eisner. "A Contract with God and Other Tenement Stories!" Story and art by Will Eisner. A revolutionary novel, A Contract With God re-creates the neighborhood of Will Eisner's youth through a quartet of four interwoven stories, each expressing the joy, exuberance, tragedy, and drama of life on the mythical Dropsie Avenue of the Bronx. A Contract With God is a monumental achievement, a must in the library of any graphic novel fan. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 188 pages, B&W.

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Cover art by Rich Buckler and Bob Oksner. The Giant From The Golden Atom starring Superman, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Frank Chiaramonte; Superman battles Roga. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

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Cover pencils by Al Milgrom, inks by Jack Abel. I Can't Go Home Again starring Superboy, the Kryptonite Kid, Lex Luthor, Pete Ross, Lana Lang, Jonathan Kent, Martha Kent, and Police chief Parker, script by Bob Rozakis, pencils by Juan Ortiz, inks by Vince Colletta; while Superboy is away, Luthor takes over Smallville. Legacy starring Aqualad and The Idylists, script by Paul Kupperberg, pencils by Carl Potts, inks by Dick Giordano. 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

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1st printing. Written by Carlos A. Cornejo. Art by Chiqui de la Fuente. One young man's life is forever cvhanged the day he finds a magic lamp. For within this lamp resides a genie, a spirit with wonderous magical powers, and the genie is going to grant Aladin three wishes. This is a timeless classic. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, full color. No Cover Price.

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1st printing. Written by Carlos A. Cornejo. Art by Chiqui de la Fuente. A poor man discovers a treasure trove and strikes it rich. There's just one small problem...forty of them actually. It seems the treasure belongs to forty thieves and they are in no mood for sharing their spoils. It's the classic tale that gave us the enchanting words "Open Sesame!" Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, full color. No Cover Price.

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1st printing. By Richard Siegel and JC Suares. ALIEN CREATURES - Where do the come from? How long have they been with us? How did they get here? A fantastic voyage from H.G. Wells and Jules Verne to Star Wars, including science fiction pulps, flying saucers, robots, and popular television aliens from Superman to Star Trek! 32 pages of full color illustrations. Softcover, 8 1/2-in., 11-in., 160 pages. PC/PB&W. Cover price $6.95.

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"He Who Laughs Last...!" Part 1 of 5. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Tony DeZuniga (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Frank Giacoia. After surviving his harrowing adventure with the Punisher and the Hitman, Peter Parker decides to check in on his good friend Harry Osborn. To his dismay the web-slinger discovers the office of Harry's psychiatrist (aka Dr. Bart Hamilton) completely trashed! Oh my, has Harry suffered another mental breakdown? The wall-crawler rushes to Harry and Flash's apartment and realizes his worst nightmare has come true! The Green Goblin is back...and crazier than ever! Meanwhile on the steps of City Hall, Aunt May suffers a heart attack while protesting for senior citizens' rights. Cameo appearances by J. Jonah Jameson, Flash Thompson, and Mary Jane Watson. (Note: The Green Goblin previously appeared in Amazing Spider-Man 137.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

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Pizzazz Variant, has centerfold subscription offer for "Pizzazz" Magazine. The Green Goblin (Harry Osborn) returns in "He Who Laughs Last...!" Script by Len Wein, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Tony DeZuniga. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

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January 1978. Stories: "Actions Speak Louder" by Sam Nicholson, "Devil You Don't Know" by Dean Ing, "The Promised Land" by Stanley Schmidt, "Reaction Time" by L.E. Modesitt Jr., "The Tank and Its Wife" by Arsen Darnay, and "The Gift of Prometheus" by Kevin O'Donnell Jr. Science Fact article, "The Island of Stability" by Margaret L. Silbar. Short profile of Alex Schomburg. Statement of ownership: total paid circulation 105,008 (average), 100,900 (most recent issue). Cover by Alex Schomburg. Illustrations by Doug Beekman, Jack Gaughan, Janet Aulisio, Rick Sternbach, and Mike Hinge. Softcover, 5.5-in. x 7.5-in.; 178 newsprint pages, B&W. Cover price $1.25.

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35¢ Edition. Featuring: 12 page Andy Panda and Charlie Chicken story "The Cloud Caper" pencilled by Jack Manning; 6 page Andy Panda and Charlie Chicken story "Hired Guns" pencilled by Jack Manning; 5 page Andy Panda and Charlie Chicken story "The Not-Yet News" pencilled by Jack Manning. Cover by Jack Manning and Larry Mayer. Cover price $0.35.

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Aquaman must contend with NATO gunboats, Fisherman and the Scavenger in "Prey Perilous!" Script by David Michelinie, art by Jim Aparo. Plus: Mera engages in fierce combat with Leron in an effort to save Xebel in "The Kingdom of Doom!" Continued next issue. Script by Paul Kupperberg, art by Juan Ortiz & Vince Colletta. Cover by Aparo. Cover price $0.35.

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"Sport Report"; Mr. Weatherbee takes up ping pong to get some exercise. "Undercover" half-page Li'l Jinx's Pal Fat Charley story. Archie's Gag Bag. You Do Say activity page. "To Catch a Crook"; Mr. Weatherbee is determined to catch the crook who stole twelve paper clips from his office. "Surprise Prize"; A new female superintendent visits the school to see if they are practicing equal education of male and female students. "A Flair for the Rare"; Archie finds some old valuable comics while volunteering for a paper recycling drive for the school. "Score" Hostess Fruit Pies ad starring Josie. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

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Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo. To Kill or to Cure, Part I, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Something's wrong with Coach Kleats and everyone at Riverdale High is starting to notice. To Kill or to Cure, Part II; Coach Kleats's strange behavior has him on the verge of being fired until Archie comes up with an unorthodox solution. Archie Club News. Kid Candy, Part I, pencils by Dan DeCarlo; Chuck is eating way too many Chewy-Dewy candy bars and is getting out of shape; The rest of the boxing team tries to help him stop, but his opponent Rudy Wrotten from Broxton High is secretly supplying Chuck's craving. Kid Candy, Part II, pencils by Dan DeCarlo. 36 pgs. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

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Archie's Christmas Love-In. Cover pencils by Stan Goldberg. "It Had To Be You"; Archie and Betty try to teach Jughead the meaning of giving. "The Long and Short of It"; Li'l Jinx ponders department store lines at Christmas. "Wrap Up"; Reggie tries to scam some kisses out of Midge. "Christmas Gifts We'd Like to Give"; Amusing Christmas presents for Riverdale inhabitants. "Chow Time"; Betty's kindness to some hungry animals takes a strange turn. "The Gift of Giving"; Archie demonstrates to Reggie brotherhood and understanding at Christmas. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.35.

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Diet Riot; Mary pesters Fred to stick to his diet and stop eating ice cream. Confidence Man, art by Samm Schwartz; Chuck is training Archie for an upcoming boxing match, but Archie just doesn't have enough self-confidence. Scheme Scream; Betty's uncle Ralph helps her train so that she can join the boys' basketball team and spend more time with Archie, but she's so good that Archie gets cut from the team to make room for her. Hostess Fruit Pies ad starring Josie. Just Like That; Riverdale High's computer goes down before Archie and Jughead are able to use it to solve a big math problem they've been assigned. 36 pgs. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

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Darguad (Hodder & Stoughton) Edition - 1st printing. Written by Rene Goscinny. Art by Albert Uderzo. Follow the hilarious adventures of the wily Gallic hero, Asterix, and his friends as they protect their town from dastardly Roman legionnaires in these hysterical historical tales - re-colored, re-linked, and released in their original order! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/4-in., 48 pages, full color.

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The Korvac Saga: Part 1 of 10 - "Tomorrow Dies Today!" Guest-starring the Guardians of the Galaxy. Script by Jim Shooter. Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. The Korvac Saga begins! A sensational storyline that sends Earth's Mightiest Heroes on a ten-issue odyssey to save the universe! The epic adventure begins with a simple distress call from Nick Fury. An enormous spaceship is orbiting the Earth! Where did it come from and who does it belong to? The Avengers blast off in a quinjet to find out! After boarding the giant ship, the Beast bumps into the Guardians of the Galaxy! Why have Charlie-27, Martinex, Nikki, Starhawk, Vance Astro, and Yondu come to the 20th century? It's a long story, that's only just beginning! Meanwhile back in New York City, the Wasp's first fashion show is interrupted by the Porcupine! Fortunately, Nighthawk and Yellowjacket are in attendance to fight the prickly villain! But someone else is present too...a mysterious man named Michael. More will be heard from him later...much more. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Thor, Vision, Wasp, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: Korvac previously appeared in Thor Annual 6. The 10-issue Korvac Saga takes place in Avengers 167-168 and 170-177. Roger Stern is also credited with scripting this issue.) 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

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Cover art by Jim Aparo. The Cuckoo Cuckoos Hostess fruit pies ad starring The Penguin, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. The Adventure of the Houdini Whodunit!, script by Gerry Conway, art by Michael Golden; Commissioner Gordon has Batman attend a special meeting of the Mystery Analysts of Gotham City, a dead girl confronts D.A. Danton, Art Saddows, and Kaye Daye. The Great Superman Movie Contest Winners by Mike Gold. Marshall Rogers bio. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

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Giant-size issue. All-new. Robin and Batgirl star in "Find the Batcave and Rule the Underworld!" Script by Bob Rozakis, pencils by Lee Elias, inks by Joe Giella. Manbat stars in "Target the Shotgun Sniper!" Script by Rozakis, art by Michael Golden. Jim Aparo cover. Cover price $0.60.

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No. 890 - 1978. 5.25" x 6.75", 68 pages, B&W.

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1st printing. By Al Capp. A collection featuring the best adventures of L'il Abner and the denizens of Dogpatch! Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $7.95.

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"One Man's Poison." Syonide and friends capture Black Lightning, who learns that Peter Gambi may have killed his father. Script by Tony Isabella, pencils by Trevor Von Eeden, inks by Vince Colletta. Cover by Rich Buckler and Colletta. Cover price $0.35.

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Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Ernie Chan. Drums!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; T'Challa reveals the origin of the Black Panther cult and Wakanda's vibranium mound; Black Panther and Abner Little return to the Collectors and Little reveals he managed to steal a vial of the miracle water from Samurai City; But, the vial is broken in the ensuing fight among the Collectors for the vial and T'Challa returns to Wakanda; In Wakanda, General Jakarra exposes himself to raw vibranium hoping to gain power, but is mutated by the contamination. 32 pgs. $0.35. Cover price $0.35.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Limited to 3,000 copies with the first 100 being autographed by Boris. Edited by Mark A. Feldman. Featuring an interview with Boris, plus lots of his work, list of book covers and photos of reference models used by the artist. Includes a nice sampling of artwork, including some pieces that have never been released before. Softcover, offset, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in. saddle-stitched binding, 48 pages, B&W. Published by John Taylor, 1978 (1st printing). Mature readers. Cover price $4.00.

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36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.35.

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1st printing. By Enki Bilal. Featuring four stories of eye-opening sci-fi/horror by the renown French artist, Enki Bilal. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.45.

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First appearance of Quasar (aka Marvel Man) in "The Search for Steve Rogers!" Plot by Roy Thomas. Script by Don Glut. Pencils by John Buscema. Inks by Pablo Marcos. Cover by John Buscema and Frank Giacoia. Captain America and the Falcon visit SHIELD's underground complex in Midtown...and meet the new Super-Agents of SHIELD! Nick Fury has been concerned about a shadowy organization called: The Corporation, so he recently assembled his own team of super-powered operatives. They are: the Blue Streak, Marvel Boy (aka Wendell Vaughn), the Texas Twister, and the Vamp. And now the Director of SHIELD wants the Sentinel of Liberty to put the new Super-Agents to the test! Four against one! This should be a piece of cake for the star-spangled avenger! First appearances of the Blue Streak and the Vamp. Cameo appearances by Dum Dum Dugan, Sharon Carter, Senator Kligger Stivak, Veda, and Redwing. (Notes: Wendell Vaughn was only called Marvel Boy in issue 217. Redwing appears for the first time since Captain America 191.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.35.

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Pizzazz Variant has centerfold subscription offer for "Pizzazz" Magazine. First appearance of Marvel Man (Quasar) in "The Search for Steve Rogers!" Script by Roy Thomas and Don Glut, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Pablo Marcos. Buscema/Frank Giacoia cover. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

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Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. First appearance of Marvel Man (Quasar) in "The Search for Steve Rogers!" Script by Roy Thomas and Don Glut, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Pablo Marcos. Buscema/Frank Giacoia cover. Cover price $0.35.

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Nitro the Exploding Man returns in "The Big Bang Theory." Script by Scott Edelman, pencils by George Tuska (3 pages by Dave Cockrum), inks by Terry Austin. Wonder Man appearance. Keith Pollard cover. Cover price $0.35.

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1st printing. By Maurice Horn. History of western comics and strips. Features a color section of old covers and strips. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 226 pages, PC/B&W. Cover price $7.95.

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January 1, 1978. Newsletter by Clay Geerdes. Contains news of comix, artists of interest, and a general review of what was happening in the underground market. Tim Boxell art. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 2 pages, black and white.

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January 15, 1978. Newsletter by Clay Geerdes. Contains news of comix, artists of interest, and a general review of what was happening in the underground market. David Noon, R. Diggs, Trina Robbins, Melinda Gebbie, and Steve Leialoha art. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 2 pages, black and white.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. "The Black Pagoda" Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.

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Weekly British War comics digest. "Everything Under Control" Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., 68 pages, B/W.