Mad #191

In "Marathon Mess," a man haunted by the loss of his wife spirals into a strange obsession, convinced she's living a secret double life—only to find himself chasing her through a surreal, high-stakes marathon. Written by Larry Siegel and illustrated by Harry North, this 1977 EC tale blends dark humor and psychological tension in a story that's equal parts parody and poignant. The cover, by Bob Clarke, captures the frantic energy of the chase with sharp, expressive lines.