Planet of the Apes #3

In "Chapter Three: In the Compound," Taylor—struggling to speak after a throat wound—makes a quiet but powerful gesture: writing his name on a scrap of paper. It’s a simple act, but one that challenges the rigid hierarchy of the ape-dominated world, as Dr. Zira sees intelligence where Dr. Zaius sees only a beast. Written by Doug Moench and brought to life with sharp, expressive art by George Tuska and inks by Mike Esposito, this 1974 Marvel UK issue captures a pivotal moment of defiance and doubt. The cover by Ed Hannigan and Frank Giacoia, with additional inks by Mike Esposito, sets the tone with a tense, atmospheric glimpse of the compound’s uneasy calm.