More Fun Comics #86

Dec 1942 · DC · 0.10 USD

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“The Man Who Purchased Lives”

In "The Man Who Purchased Lives," Dr. Lawrence retreats to a quiet town after refusing a prestigious medal, but his past begins to unravel when Dr. Fate investigates his sudden withdrawal. Written by Gardner Fox and illustrated by Howard Sherman, this 1942 tale unfolds with quiet tension as the truth behind Lawrence’s celebrated achievements starts to surface. The cover by Mort Meskin captures the story’s eerie, mysterious tone.

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writer Gardner Fox · artist, inker, letterer Howard Sherman · cover Mort Meskin

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Cast · 2 characters

Larry Trent Sandy Keene

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writer Gardner Fox

artist, inker, letterer Howard Sherman

cover pencils, inks Mort Meskin

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Dr. Lawrence refuses to take a medal for his accomplishments, and instead goes to a small town to become a consultant. When Dr. Fate investigates, he discovers that the reason Lawrence didn't accept the medal is because the discoveries that brought him fame were actually made by another doctor.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).