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Daredevil (1964) #110
Daredevil (1964) #110 provides an enjoyable reminder that Marvel history is built from individual issues with their own rhythms, risks and small surprises. The issue was published on 1 June 1974 as part of Daredevil, with Black Spectre providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Daredevil with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. The storytelling in Daredevil (1964)
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Two-Gun Kid (1948) #110
Two Gun Kid (1948) #110 provides an enjoyable reminder that Marvel history is built from individual issues with their own rhythms, risks and small surprises. The issue was published on 10 May 1973 as part of Two Gun Kid, with Two Gun Kid providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects the supporting cast with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. The storytelling in Two
Aug 153 min read
Sgt. Fury (1963) #110
What first stands out about Sgt Fury (1963) #110 is not its age or collectable status, but the directness with which it asks the reader to enter the story. The issue was published on 1 May 1973 as part of Sgt. Fury, with Sgt. Fury providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects the supporting cast with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. Rather than crowding every page
Aug 152 min read
Rawhide Kid (1955) #110
There is something inviting about the way Rawhide Kid (1955) #110 establishes its world, its conflict and its emotional temperature with very little fuss. The issue was published on 1 April 1973 as part of Rawhide Kid, with Rawhide Kid providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects the supporting cast with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. At narrative level, Rawhid
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Avengers (1963) #110
Avengers (1963) #110 provides an enjoyable reminder that Marvel history is built from individual issues with their own rhythms, risks and small surprises. The issue was published on 1 April 1973 as part of Avengers, with Xavier Institute providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects X Men with questions of affection and trust. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. Story momentum in Avengers (1963) #110 comes f
Aug 152 min read
The Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #110
A strong comic issue should offer a reason to care before the machinery of the plot takes over, and The Amazing Spider Man (1963) #110 understands that principle. The issue was published on 1 July 1972 as part of The Amazing Spider Man, with Spider Man providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Gibbon with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. Story momentum in The
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Fantastic Four (1961) #110
Reading Fantastic Four (1961) #110 as part of Marvel's wider catalogue reveals an issue with a clear personality and a surprisingly immediate sense of purpose. The issue was published on 1 May 1971 as part of Fantastic Four, with Leaves Three providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Four with questions of fear and power. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. Fantastic Four (1961) #110 treats the central c
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Captain America (1968) #110
Captain America (1968) #110 opens the door to a distinct corner of Marvel history rather than feeling like a catalogue entry that should be admired from a distance. The issue was published on 1 February 1969 as part of Captain America, with Captain America providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Rick Jones with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. The storytelli
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Incredible Hulk (1962) #110
There is something inviting about the way Incredible Hulk (1962) #110 establishes its world, its conflict and its emotional temperature with very little fuss. The issue was published on 1 December 1968 as part of Incredible Hulk, with Savage Land providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Incredible Hulk with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. At narrative level,
Aug 152 min read
Journey Into Mystery (1952) #110
There is something inviting about the way Journey Into Mystery (1952) #110 establishes its world, its conflict and its emotional temperature with very little fuss. The issue was published on 1 November 1964 as part of Journey Into Mystery, with Jane Foster providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Mister Hyde with questions of truth and suspicion. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. Story momentum in Jou
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Strange Tales (1951) #110
Strange Tales (1951) #110 is the kind of issue that makes an old publication date feel less important than the energy waiting on the first page. The issue was published on 1 July 1963 as part of Strange Tales, with Stan Lee providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Steve Ditko with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. The most persuasive passages in Strange Tales
Aug 153 min read
Millie the Model (1945) #110
There is something inviting about the way Millie the Model (1945) #110 establishes its world, its conflict and its emotional temperature with very little fuss. The issue was published on 31 August 1962 as part of Millie the Model, with Millie the Model providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects the supporting cast with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. Millie th
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