Garth in 'The Last Goddess' #[nn]

In "The Last Goddess," Garth encounters the immortal Astra—identified as Venus—for the first time, drawn into a perilous clash against the dark sorcerer Baal and his malevolent forces. Written by Peter O'Donnell and illustrated by John Allard, this 1958 adventure blends mythic grandeur with the hero’s growing sense of destiny, all rendered in the distinctive style of the era. The cover by John Allard captures the moment’s intensity, a striking visual anchor for a story where love and legend collide.