Mystery in Space #52
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Mirror Menace of Mars!", Lloyd Vincent recounts a mind-bending encounter where an alien threat uses the unique geography of King County, Maryland, to plot a cosmic heist—stealing Earth from its orbit for a bizarre interplanetary contest. Written by Otto Binder and brought to life with crisp, dynamic art by Frank Giacoia, this 1959 DC mystery blends science fiction intrigue with a grounded, real-world setting. The cover, a striking piece by Gil Kane, captures the alien menace with a haunting, reflective edge.
In the 24th century, explorer Ken Carver answers a desperate call from another version of himself—Karr-Vir, a stranded traveler from a reverse universe—leading Ken on a perilous journey across three alien worlds to bring him home.
In "Parade of the Planets!" from Mystery in Space #52, Jo and Lloyd Vincent uncover a cosmic threat hidden in the geography of King County, Maryland, where an alien scheme to steal Earth for a celestial contest hinges on a surprisingly local secret. The story unfolds as Lloyd recounts how he used keen observation and a deep knowledge of the region’s terrain to foil the plan—before the final move could be made.
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Reprinted in Century, The 100 Page Comic Monthly #40 (1959), Sidéral #20 (1959), Sidéral #21 (1959), Mystery in Space #12 (1960), Sidéral #22 (1960), Justice League of America #31 (1964), From Beyond the Unknown #2 (1969), Big Boss #43 (1979), Big Boss #49 (1980), Big Boss #53 (1981), Titanes Planetarios #86
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