Cover: Jack Burnley

Action Comics #54

Nov 1942 · DC · 0.10 USD

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“The Pirate of Pleasure Island”

In "The Pirate of Pleasure Island," Superman confronts a fearsome pirate from the past who's mysteriously resurfaced to terrorize modern shipping—proving that even legends can rise again. Written by Jerry Siegel and illustrated by John Sikela, this 1942 adventure blends swashbuckling danger with the Man of Tomorrow’s timeless resolve. The cover, by Jack Burnley, captures the clash of past and present in bold, dramatic detail.

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writer Jerry Siegel · artist, inker John Sikela · cover Jack Burnley

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writer Jerry Siegel

artist, inker John Sikela

cover pencils, inks Jack Burnley

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The Man of Tomorrow must face what appears to be the worst buccaneer that ever plagued the Seven Seas in years past, who has mysteriously returned to attack 20th Century merchantmen.

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