Science Fantasy tales of a weird nature! This classic volume, now in an affordable paperback, collects issues #19–#22 of the groundbreaking comics anthology Weird Fantasy, as well as #25 and #26 of Weird Science-Fantasy—fully remastered in digital color! Featuring strange and exciting tales from iconic writers and artists including Al Feldstein, Jack Kamen, Wally Wood, Jack Kamen, Joe Orlando, Al Williamson, and more! Featuring a foreword by Evan Dorkin!
Joe Orlando's debut EC science fiction collection showcases his early work with Wallace Wood and his evolution into a prominent figure in American comics. A key contributor at EC, Orlando's collection features his first two dozen stories, all scripted by editor Al Feldstein. These tales are rich with classic O. Henry-style shock endings, including a time-travel twist where a man unknowingly romances his own mother, a future where women are the primary earners, and marriages bound by three-year contracts. Readers will also encounter a thrilling "planets collide" scenario, an animal rights parable, and a mix of space opera, aliens, and interplanetary monsters. Additionally, the volume includes a complete reproduction of EC's special issue on a 32-page "illustrated, factual flying saucer report," featuring art by Orlando, Wood, George Evans, and Reed Crandall. The collection is further enhanced by a heartfelt foreword from former DC publisher Paul Levitz, who reflects on his early career under Orlando's mentorship, alongside an introduction by Thommy Burns and insightful essays from EC experts.
The book revives a classic comic series from 1946, showcasing inspirational tales of sports and folk heroes, saints, and more. It features artwork from renowned artists like Reed Crandall and Joe Sinnott, highlighting a diverse range of topics including history and science. In addition to literary adaptations, the collection includes humorous animal strips, offering a rich blend of storytelling and artistic talent that reflects the era's creativity in comic book publishing.
The book features the complete collection of "Confessions," a groundbreaking 'Picto-Fiction' magazine that combines illustrated prose with tales of scandal and forbidden romance. Renowned artists such as Wally Wood, Joe Orlando, and Reed Crandell contribute their talents to bring these provocative stories to life, making it a unique blend of literature and visual art.
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