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Captain America (1968) #161 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 May 1973 as part of Captain America, with Captain America providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Doctor Faustus' with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The most persuasi

Incredible Hulk (1962) #161 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 March 1973 as part of Incredible Hulk, with X Men providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Ol' Greenskin with questions of affection and trust. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The storytelling in Incredible Hulk (1962) #161 wo

What first stands out about Thor (1966) #161 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 February 1969 as part of Thor, with Ego the Living providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Thor with questions of discovery and technology. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The plot is strongest when Thor (1966) #161 allo

Strange Tales (1951) #161 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 October 1967 as part of Strange Tales, with Doctor Strange providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Baron Mordo with questions of duty and courage. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ The plot is strongest when Str