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Cover: Ogden Whitney
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Forbidden Worlds #38

Nov 1955 · American Comics Group · 0.10 USD
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In "The Identical Twins!", test pilot George Denton crash-lands in the mysterious land of New Athens—a hidden realm frozen in ancient Greek time, where life moves at a glacial pace. After discovering a world of timeless peace, he chooses to return to his own era, only to find that over a century has passed. Art by Harry Lazarus and a striking cover by Ogden Whitney bring this 1955 sci-fi adventure to life.

Contains 4 stories
The Identical Twins!
7 pp · Fantasy
James KelleyHoward KelleyAlma RichardsMarv

In "The Identical Twins!" from Forbidden Worlds #38 (1955), James Kelley finds himself trapped in a cave after a landslide, his only lifeline a faint, familiar voice calling through the dark—his twin brother Howard, who had died days earlier. The story unfolds as James struggles to survive, guided by a connection that defies death, leaving readers to wonder how far the bond between twins can stretch when one is already gone.

Nine Fathoms Deep!
8 pp · Fantasy
John MitchellPortygeeSmittyUndine

In "Nine Fathoms Deep!" from Forbidden Worlds #38 (1955), diver John Mitchell stumbles upon Undine, a water spirit guarding a sunken treasure. She offers to guide him to the riches in exchange for his promise to take her to the surface world. After claiming the treasure and escaping the depths, John finds himself pursued by Undine, who demands he keep his word.

Destiny Road!
2 pp · Fantasy
Marvin Hunter

In "Destiny Road!" from Forbidden Worlds #38 (1955), Marvin Hunter takes an unexpected detour through the countryside, only to come upon an injured girl. After helping her to the hospital and visiting her home, he discovers a photograph of her late father—revealing a connection to the very policeman who rerouted him.

Journey into Time!
8 pp · Science Fiction
George DentonTassandra

In "Journey into Time!" from *Forbidden Worlds* #38 (1955), test pilot George Denton crash-lands in New Athens, a hidden realm that mirrors ancient Greece in both culture and tranquility. Though the people live in peaceful harmony, George soon realizes the valley’s time moves at a fraction of the speed of the outside world. Determined to return home, he sets out—only to discover, upon reaching New York, that over a century has passed.

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Our Model is In Beta
Raw (Good) $17
CGC 9.2 · 1 in census $739*
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CGC 7.5 · 2 in census $226*
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CGC 2.5 · 1 in census $52*
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Full credits

artist, inker Harry Lazarus
cover pencils, inks Ogden Whitney

Reprints

Reprinted in Astonishing Stories #1 (1962), Secrets of the Unknown #116 (1971), Amazing Stories of Suspense #155 (1976), Collected Works: Forbidden Worlds #6 (2014), Creepy Worlds #54, Weird Planets #20

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