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Archie: The Best of Stan Goldberg #1

Dec 2010 · IDW · 24.99 USD
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About this Collection

This collection celebrates the legendary career of Stan Goldberg, one of Archie Comics' most prolific artists, showcasing his iconic work on the series from the 1950s through the 2000s. Featuring a curated selection of stories and covers, it highlights Goldberg's clean, expressive style that defined the look of Riverdale for generations. A must-have for fans of classic Archie art and the artist behind some of the franchise's most beloved moments.

Contains 14 stories
Second Chance
12 pp · Teen
It's A Natural Sign
5 pp · Teen
Archie AndrewsJughead JonesVeronica LodgeBetty CooperHiram Lodge
The Quitter
6 pp · Teen
Archie AndrewsCoach KleatsReggie MantleJughead JonesMr. Weatherbee
Clean Up Campaign
6 pp · Teen

In "Clean Up Campaign," Archie and Betty set out to document a local litterbug, only to discover the culprit is the son of the very committee head leading the town’s cleanliness drive. As they snap photos of the messy mischief, the pair finds themselves tangled in a situation that’s as messy as the streets they’re trying to clean.

No Fuel like an Old Fuel
6 pp · Teen

In "No Fuel like an Old Fuel," the gang’s picnic plans hit a snag when a gas shortage leaves their jalopy stranded. With creativity and a bit of ingenuity, they rig a sail to get them to the countryside, but the real challenge begins when they’re stuck without wind on the way home—no fuel, no breeze, just a long push ahead.

The Birth Of A Nation
21 pp · Teen

In "The Birth Of A Nation," Archie and the gang visit Washington D.C. for the bicentennial celebrations, where Archie’s admiration for the Declaration of Independence sparks a surprising journey—suddenly, he finds himself living through the entire American Revolution. The story follows his unexpected immersion in history, blending patriotism with the kind of wild, time-bending adventure only Archie can find.

Disco Dizzy
5 pp · Teen
The Image Makers
11 pp · Teen

In "The Image Makers," Captain Archie leads a mission to the mysterious Planet Clonis, where he's greeted by a seemingly welcoming surface. When Betty and Veronica arrive to assist, they soon realize the planet's idyllic appearance is a deceptive illusion — a dazzling holographic facade concealing a deadly trap designed to ensnare Earth's visitors.

Roman Revenge
11 pp · Teen
Bettina [Betty Cooper]Jugius [Jughead Jones]Archiebus Caesar [Archie Andrews]Bootius LickiusReggio [Reggie Mantle]
A Smashing Success
6 pp · Teen
The Ghost Of Spirit Lake
11 pp · Teen
Archie AndrewsBetty CooperChuck ClaytonSilas
The Big Chase
6 pp · Teen

In "The Big Chase," Archie and the gang reenact last year’s Sadie Hawkins race at a ski chalet, turning the snowy slopes into a wild, hilarious obstacle course. With the boys sprinting ahead, Jughead’s slick vinyl suit sends Ethel tumbling into their ski instructor, Archie dodges Betty and Veronica by hijacking a snowmobile driven by Midge—who’s got her eye on him for the dance—and soon Jughead’s distracted by a dream buffet, while Archie finds himself on the run again—this time from Moose.

Food Choice
6 pp · Teen
Archie AndrewsPop TateJughead JonesBetty CooperVeronica LodgeFred AndrewsMary AndrewsHot Dog
Quiz Biz
6 pp · Teen

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Full credits

letterer Bill Yoshida
cover pencils, inks Stan Goldberg

Reprints

↩ Reprints Archie at Riverdale High #1 (1972), Archie at Riverdale High #11 (1973), Archie at Riverdale High #18 (1974), Archie at Riverdale High #20 (1974), Pep #296 (1974), Life with Archie #172 (1976), Laugh Comics / Laugh #308 (1976), Life with Archie #176 (1976), Life with Archie #194 (1978), Life with Archie #205 (1979), Life with Archie #237 (1983), Pep #411 (1987), Archie #413 (1993), Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #63 (1993), Archie #444 (1996), Archie #445 (1996), Archie & Friends #18 (1996), Betty #97 (2001), Betty #100 (2001), Betty #121 (2003), Laugh Comics Digest / Laugh Comics Digest Magazine / Laugh Digest Magazine #190 (2004), Betty #135 (2004), Betty #172 (2008), Betty and Veronica #234 (2008), Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #195 (2009), Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #201 (2010)

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