Cover: Win Mortimer

Action Comics #169

Jun 1952 · DC · 0.10 USD

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“Caveman Clark Kent!”

In "Caveman Clark Kent!", a delightfully whimsical twist on Superman’s origin sees Clark Kent temporarily transformed into a prehistoric figure, leading to a series of hilarious and heartwarming misadventures. Written by the legendary Curt Swan and inked by John Fischetti, this 1952 classic features a playful take on identity and self-worth, with Win Mortimer’s dynamic cover capturing the zany spirit of the tale.

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artist Curt Swan · inker John Fischetti · cover Win Mortimer

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artist Curt Swan

inker John Fischetti

cover pencils, inks Win Mortimer

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Jim Harrel applies to join the Planeteers. A mild heart condition means he can never leave Earth. He is dejected until Tommy suggests he become a space historian, and helps him to achieve this goal.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).