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Astonishing #4

Jun 1951 · Marvel · 0.10 USD
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“Screaming Tomb!”

In "Screaming Tomb!", Marvel Boy’s friend Jo and her father venture into Europe’s forgotten catacombs, where they encounter the chilling presence of Madame La Morte—a figure whose true nature defies mortal understanding. Written and illustrated by Bill Everett, this eerie 1951 tale blends mystery and menace in a story that’s as atmospheric as it is unsettling, with Everett’s distinctive art bringing the shadowed depths to life. The cover by Bill Everett captures the dread of the moment, perfectly framing the story’s haunting tone.

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Marvel Boy's lady friend Starr Ryder and her father set out on an expedition in one of Europe's catacombs. There they meet Madame La Morte, a fiend who Marvel Boy theorizes is the spirit of death herself.

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