Action Comics #44

In "The Caveman Criminal," a prehistoric man awakened from ice-age slumber becomes the unlikely target of a sinister plot, as a scientist's experiment spirals into a dangerous frame-up. Written and illustrated by Fred Ray, this 1942 Action Comics tale blends pulp adventure with early superhero-era mystery, featuring a gripping mystery that unfolds in the shadow of wartime intrigue. The cover by Fred Ray captures the eerie clash of ancient and modern, perfectly mirroring the story’s primal tension.