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Marvel Tales #19

Mar 1969 · Marvel · 0.25 USD
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"Spider-Man Goes Mad!" is a standout 1969 tale from Marvel Tales #19, featuring a pivotal moment in Spider-Man’s early run. Written by Stan Lee and illustrated with dynamic energy by Jack Kirby, with Chic Stone’s inks and Art Simek’s lettering bringing the chaos to life, this issue captures the web-slinger at his most vulnerable. The cover, a striking piece by Steve Ditko, perfectly encapsulates the story’s intensity.

Contains 3 stories
Spider-Man Goes Mad!
20 pp · Superhero
Spider-Man [Peter Parker]J. Jonah JamesonBetty BrantFlash ThompsonLiz AllanMysterioAunt May ParkerFrederick FoswellDoctor Octopus (illusion)Sandman (illusion)Vulture (illusion)
The Thunder God Strikes Back!
18 pp · Superhero
Thor [Dr. Donald Blake]Mr. Hyde [Calvin Zabo]The CobraDon BlakeCalvin ZaboJane Foster

In "The Thunder God Strikes Back!", Thor—disguised as Dr. Blake—navigates a dangerous web of deception, pretending to betray his own identity to reclaim his cane and face the Cobra. As the battle unfolds, Blake must confront both the villain Hyde and the growing rift with Jane, whose trust has been shattered by his actions.

The Human Torch In the Clutches of the Puppet Master!
13 pp · Superhero
Human Torch [Johnny Storm]Thing [Ben Grimm]Puppet MasterAlicia MastersReed Richards [Mr. Fantastic] (cameo)Sue Storm [Invisible Girl] (cameo)

In "The Human Torch In the Clutches of the Puppet Master!" from Marvel Tales #19 (1969), the Puppet Master—having narrowly survived a deadly encounter with a giant octopus—uses his mind-control powers to manipulate Johnny Storm into pursuing Alicia in a twisted, romantic ploy. As Johnny’s fiery form moves against his will, the stage is set for an explosive clash between him and Ben, all while the Puppet Master watches from the shadows.

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Raw (VG) $15
CGC 9.8 · 7 in census $2,706*
CGC 9.6 · 8 in census $844*
CGC 9.4 · 8 in census $432*
CGC 9.2 · 5 in census $250*
CGC 9.0 · 3 in census $170*
CGC 8.5 · 2 in census $116*
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CGC 8.0 · 4 in census $90*
CGC 7.5 · 1 in census $71*
CGC 7.0 · 1 in census $60*
CGC 6.5 none in existence
CGC 6.0 none in existence
CGC 5.5 none in existence
CGC 5.0 none in existence
CGC 4.5 · 1 in census $30*
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Full credits

writer Stan Lee
artist Jack Kirby
letterer Art Simek
colorist Sharon Kay
cover pencils, inks Steve Ditko

Reprints

↩ Reprints Strange Tales #116 (1964), Journey into Mystery #106 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #24 (1965)

Reprinted in The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 (2007), The Mighty Thor Omnibus #1 (2010), Marvel Gold. El Asombroso Spiderman: ¡Si éste es mi Destino...! #[nn] (2014), The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 [Fifth Edition] (2022), Marvel Origins #31 (2024)

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