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Cover: Joe Maneely & Carl Burgos

Marvel Tales #138

Sep 1955 · Marvel · 0.10 USD
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In "Tomorrow!", a 1955 Marvel Tales standout, a fired man named Harry Dunston is recruited by the mysterious Protector, whose futuristic glasses reveal events just one day ahead. When Harry’s chance to prove himself turns into a test of morality, he faces a shocking twist that forces him to confront his own choices. Art by Mort Lawrence, with a dynamic cover by Joe Maneely and Carl Burgos, this issue blends suspense and redemption in a story that’s as sharp as it is surprising.

Contains 5 stories
Tomorrow!
5 pp

In "Tomorrow!", a fired man named Harry Dunston is given a chance at redemption when he’s recruited by the mysterious Protector, whose futuristic glasses reveal events just one day ahead. When Harry’s past resentment surfaces during a life-or-death moment, he’s forced to confront the consequences of his choices—only to be saved by the very man he sought to harm.

Last Seen Climbing a Ladder!
4 pp
The Little Men!
5 pp

In "The Little Men!", a carnival owner stumbles upon tiny aliens plotting to shrink humanity by tampering with crops—so they’ll have the upper hand in their invasion. Playing on their fears, he tricks them into believing Earth’s food creates giants far more often than midgets, showing off his circus giant as proof.

When Warren Woke Up!
4 pp · Horror-Suspense, Science Fiction

In "When Warren Woke Up!" from Marvel Tales #138, a scientist who’s spent years working on atomic weapons wakes to find the world transformed—plants have grown sentient and seized control, turning the Earth into a verdant, hostile realm. The story unfolds with quiet dread as Jo, a character from the original tale, steps into this surreal new order, caught between disbelief and the chilling reality of a planet that has turned against its creators.

Crack-Up!
5 pp

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Full credits

artist, inker Mort Lawrence
cover pencils, inks Joe Maneely
cover pencils, inks Carl Burgos

Reprints

Reprinted in Sinister Tales #25 (1965), Uncanny Tales #2 (1974), Weird Wonder Tales #2 (1974), Beware #7 (1974), Crypt of Shadows #9 (1974), Das Monster von Frankenstein #18, Das Monster von Frankenstein #32

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