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Daredevil (1964) #93
Daredevil (1964) #93 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 November 1972 as part of Daredevil, with Project Four providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Damon Dran with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. The most persuasive passages in
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Avengers (1963) #93
Avengers (1963) #93 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 November 1971 as part of Avengers, with Avengers Mansion providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Captain Marvel with questions of duty and courage. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. The plot is strongest when Avengers (
Aug 152 min read
Sgt. Fury (1963) #93
There is something inviting about the way Sgt Fury (1963) #93 establishes its world, its conflict and its emotional temperature with very little fuss. The issue was published on 1 November 1971 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. The plot is strongest when Sgt
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Rawhide Kid (1955) #93
Rawhide Kid (1955) #93 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 November 1971 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. The plot is strongest when Rawhide K
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The Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #93
The Amazing Spider Man (1963) #93 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 1971 as part of The Amazing Spider Man, with Gwen Stacy providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Peter with questions of courage and justice. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. The plot is stronge
Aug 153 min read
Two-Gun Kid (1948) #93
A strong comic issue should offer a reason to care before the machinery of the plot takes over, and Two Gun Kid (1948) #93 understands that principle. The issue was published on 10 July 1970 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. Two Gun Kid (1948) #93 builds
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Fantastic Four (1961) #93
A strong comic issue should offer a reason to care before the machinery of the plot takes over, and Fantastic Four (1961) #93 understands that principle. The issue was published on 1 December 1969 as part of Fantastic Four, with Great Games providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Thing with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. The most persuasive passages in Fan
Aug 153 min read
Tales of Suspense (1959) #93
There is something inviting about the way Tales of Suspense (1959) #93 establishes its world, its conflict and its emotional temperature with very little fuss. The issue was published on 1 September 1967 as part of Tales of Suspense, with TITANIUM MAN providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Iron Man with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. Rather than crowding
Aug 153 min read
Tales to Astonish (1959) #93
Tales to Astonish (1959) #93 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 July 1967 as part of Tales to Astonish, with Silver Surfer providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects the Cosmic with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. Tales to Astonish (1
Aug 153 min read
Journey Into Mystery (1952) #93
Journey Into Mystery (1952) #93 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 June 1963 as part of Journey Into Mystery, with Radioactive Man providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects God of Thunder with questions of truth and suspicion. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. At narrative
Aug 153 min read
Strange Tales (1951) #93
What first stands out about Strange Tales (1951) #93 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 1962 as part of Strange Tales, with Strange Tales 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 most persu
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