Marvel #16
In "Alors survint Galactus," inventor Abner Jenkins dons the guise of The Beetle, turning his mechanical prowess into a scheme that humiliates Johnny Storm and Ben Grimm during a double-date. When his antics escalate to targeting the NY World's Fair, the Fantastic Four find themselves facing a rematch that quickly turns in their favor. Written by Stan Lee and illustrated by Carl Burgos with inks by Dick Ayers and colors by Stan Goldberg, this issue captures the early clash of ingenuity and heroism with a touch of classic Marvel flair. The cover, a dynamic collaboration by Frank Springer, John Romita, and Vince Colletta, sets the stage with a striking image of the looming threat.
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Mechanic-inventor Abner Jenkins creates the identity of The Beetle. While taking the Fantasti-Car for a double-date, Johnny & Ben wind up being humiliated by The Beetle. But when he tries to rip off the NY World's Fair, the rematch goes the other way.
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