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Cover: Steve Ditko

Marvel Masterworks #16

Aug 1991 · Marvel · 34.95 USD; 42.25 CAD; 18.95 GBP
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This volume of the Marvel Masterworks series collects Amazing Spider-Man #31-40 and the 1966 Annual #2, a period that sees Peter Parker grappling with the fallout of his secret identity being exposed to the Green Goblin. It includes the debut of the Shocker, the return of the Vulture, and the classic 'The Sinister Six' storyline in the annual, all under the creative direction of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko before the latter's departure from the title.

In "If This Be My Destiny...!", Spider-Man faces his greatest trial yet—trapped beneath collapsing debris in a drowning underwater base, with Aunt May's life hanging in the balance. Written by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, with art, inks, and cover by Ditko, this gripping tale showcases Spidey's resilience and courage under extreme pressure. The dynamic artwork and tense pacing make this a standout entry in the Marvel Masterworks series.

Contains 11 stories
If This Be My Destiny...!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]May ParkerFlash ThompsonHarry OsbornGwen StacyJ. Jonah JamesonPatch [Frederick Foswell]Betty BrantNed Leeds
Man on a Rampage!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]May ParkerBetty BrantNed LeedsJ. Jonah JamesonFrederick FoswellCurt ConnorsDoctor Octopus [Otto Octavius]

In "Man on a Rampage!", Peter Parker races against time to save Aunt May, whose life is fading due to a deadly radiation in her blood. With the only cure locked away in the hands of Dr. Octopus, Peter must confront the villain's escalating fury before it's too late.

The Final Chapter!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]May ParkerCurt ConnorsBetty BrantJ. Jonah JamesonFrederick Foswell

In "The Final Chapter!" from Marvel Masterworks #16 (1991), Spidey fights to free himself from a collapsing underwater base as water floods in, his every move measured against the ticking clock of Aunt May’s life. With no time to spare, he must push past pain and exhaustion to stop Doc Ock’s henchmen and deliver the serum that could save her.

The Thrill of the Hunt!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]May ParkerAnna WatsonBetty BrantJ. Jonah JamesonFrederick FoswellGwen StacyHarry OsbornKraven [Sergei Kravinoff]
The Molten Man Regrets...!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]Molten Man [Mark Raxton]

In "The Molten Man Regrets...!", the fiery felon escapes custody with a new plan—this time, he’s determined to outsmart the web-slinger. But when he sets his sights on a high-stakes heist, Spider-Man is ready, and the streets of New York become a battleground of heat and wit.

When Falls the Meteor!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]Sally GreenGwen StacyFlash ThompsonLooter [Norton G. Fester]

When Falls the Meteor! follows Norton Fester, a brilliant but struggling scientist whose life changes when a mysterious meteor grants him superhuman strength and agility. Now wielding these powers, he takes on the identity of the Looter, turning to crime to finance his groundbreaking research.

Once Upon A Time, There Was A Robot...!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]Patch [Frederick Foswell]J. Jonah JamesonGwen StacyHarry OsbornFlash ThompsonNorman OsbornRobot Master [Mendel Stromm]
Just A Guy Named Joe!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]J. Jonah JamesonNed LeedsNorman OsbornHarry OsbornFlash ThompsonGwen StacyMay ParkerJoe Smith

In "Just A Guy Named Joe!", Joe Smith—just an ordinary man with big dreams—finds himself transformed after a lab accident turns him into a rampaging, electrified monster. As his newfound power spirals out of control, he becomes a force of chaos for those who ever laughed at him, while Spider-Man struggles to stay alive under a bounty from Norman Osborn. Amid the chaos, a chance encounter with Mary Jane nearly happens—just out of reach.

How Green Was My Goblin!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]Gwen StacyFlash ThompsonHarry OsbornNed LeedsJ. Jonah JamesonMay ParkerGreen Goblin [Norman Osborn]

In "How Green Was My Goblin!", Peter Parker finds himself caught between a sudden illness and a terrifying confrontation when a mysterious gas weakens his spider sense during a fight with thugs. As Spider-Man, he’s captured by the Green Goblin, who reveals a chilling twist: the villain is none other than Norman Osborn. The story unfolds with tense personal stakes and shocking revelations, as Peter’s vulnerability is exploited in a battle that puts Aunt May’s fragile health at risk.

Spidey Saves the Day!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]May ParkerAnna WatsonJ. Jonah JamesonBetty BrantGreen Goblin [Norman Osborn]

In "Spidey Saves the Day!", Spider-Man faces off against the Green Goblin in a high-stakes clash that takes a sudden, unexpected turn when an explosion knocks out the villain’s memories, leaving Norman Osborn unaware of his past as the Green Goblin. With the tide of battle shifting in unpredictable ways, Spider-Man must navigate the chaos of a familiar foe who no longer remembers who he is.

The Wondrous World of Dr. Strange!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]Doctor Strange [Stephen Strange]Xandu

In "The Wondrous World of Dr. Strange!", Dr. Strange finds himself caught in a mystical clash when Xandu's henchmen steal half the Wand of Watoomb, setting off a chain of events that brings the web-slinger into the arcane fray. When Spider-Man intervenes, thinking the villains are mere burglars, an unlikely alliance forms between the two heroes to thwart a greater threat.

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Full credits

writer, artist, inker Steve Ditko
writer Stan Lee
colorist Andy Yanchus
letterer Artie Simek
cover pencils, inks Steve Ditko

Reprints

↩ Reprints The Amazing Spider-Man Annual #2 (1965), The Amazing Spider-Man #31 (1965), The Amazing Spider-Man #32 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #33 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #34 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #35 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #36 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #37 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #38 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #39 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #40 (1966)

Reprinted in The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 (2007), Marvel Gold. El Asombroso Spiderman: ¡Si éste es mi Destino...! #[nn] (2014), The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 [Fifth Edition] (2022)

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