Capitão Z (3ª Série) #12
In "O onipresente Mandarim," a full-page correspondence course ad from 1968 pitches everything from detective work to guitar lessons, promising quick mastery in fields like aviation, banking, and even bridal preparation—while the real mystery lies in who’s behind the slick, ever-present promotions. The cover by Gene Colan and Frank Giacoia captures the era’s sleek, slightly surreal vibe, perfectly framing the issue’s blend of mundane ambition and hidden intrigue.
Sell my copy
Have this issue — or a whole collection? Get a fair offer from us, skip the marketplace fees and the hassle.
We Buy Collections ▸Cast · 10 characters
Full credits
Full plot ⚠ may contain spoilers
▸ Reveal full plot — may contain spoilers
Full-page correspondence course advertisement promoting multiple vocational and academic programs. Featured offerings include Detective Particular, Sargento Especialista de Aeronáutica, Ginásio em 11 meses (Madureza), and Violão e Guitarra. Additional listed courses include Português, Inglês, Bancário (Preparatório p/ Concurso), Funcionário Público (Preparatório p/ Concurso), and Noivas.
Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).