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Roy Thomas Presents Classic Phantom Lady #1

Feb 2013 · PS Artbooks · 29.99 EUR; 47.99 USD
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This volume collects the earliest adventures of the Phantom Lady, the Golden Age heroine created by the Eisner & Iger studio. Under the editorial guidance of comics historian Roy Thomas, PS Artbooks presents a restored archive of her original 1940s stories, showcasing the character's debut and her distinctive, provocative costume design. The collection focuses on the pre-Code era, highlighting the work of artists like Matt Baker and writers who shaped her early exploits.

In "The Coming of the Phantom Lady," the enigmatic Phantom Lady receives a challenge from the mysterious Spider Widow, who demands a duel to determine who is the superior crime fighter—while also claiming the Raven as her own. Simultaneously, Spider Woman gets a matching letter from Phantom Lady, unaware that both women are being manipulated by a criminal gang hoping to eliminate one of them through the other’s hand. Art by Frank Borth and a cover by Matt Baker bring this classic-era intrigue to life in a 2013 reprint from PS Artbooks.

Contains 38 stories
The Coming of the Phantom Lady
6 pp · Superhero
The Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight] (introduction)Senator Henry Knight (introduction, Sandra's father)Don Borden (introduction, State Department investigator)Dr. Raphael (inventor)Wenner (villain, death)Pete (villain, Raphael's assistant, death)
The Kidnapped Ambassador
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenKivoya (Ambassador of Herma)un-named oriental houseboy (villain)Tikoy (villain, thug)un-named Ambassador to Kioland (villain)Todd (villain, ex-Navy man)

In "The Kidnapped Ambassador," the Phantom Lady races to uncover a dangerous deception when the ambassador of the small nation Herma is abducted, setting off a chain of events that threatens to drag Herma into war with the United States. With the Eastern power Kioland pulling strings from the shadows, she must unravel a web of lies before peace collapses.

Framed for Kidnapping
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don Bordentwo un-named kidnappers (villains)

In "Framed for Kidnapping," the Phantom Lady races to save her fiancé, Don Borden, from spies intent on stealing defense secrets—spies who've already set her up as the prime suspect. With the police on her trail and her reputation on the line, she vanishes after freeing Don, leaving behind only a cryptic tip that makes him wonder if she’s still the one who truly has his back.

The Dirigible of Doom
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don Bordenun-named Anglican AmbassadorKurtz (villain, death)Heine (villain, death)
Ortega the Saboteur
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenSenator Henry Knight (cameo)un-named U.S. Assistant Secretary of StateDonna Clarrissa Montano (Parador Ambassador's daughter)Lieutenant Yardley (USN Officer)Captain Ortega (villain, Parador Army Officer)
The Autogiro Spies
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenSenator KnightOtto (villain, foreign agent)Max (villain, foreign agent)Karl (villain, foreign agent)

In "The Autogiro Spies," Jo and Sandra race against time to rescue Don from his locked apartment, where enemy spies have taken him hostage—believing he holds crucial State Department documents. With danger closing in and the stakes rising, the duo must outthink their unseen adversaries before it's too late.

Murder at the Anglican Embassy
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenSir Edward Hendville (Anglican Purchasing Commission member, death)Noel (villain)

In "Murder at the Anglican Embassy," Phantom Lady investigates a bizarre murder at a diplomatic event, where a man in a lion tamer's outfit is found dead. Following a fleeing suspect also in costume, she tracks him to the zoo, where she uncovers a hidden briefcase containing sensitive state documents.

Chaos in Cuba
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenSenator Knightun-named Secret Service ChiefOtto (villain)Shlacht (villain)Louie (villain)Hugo (villain)Colonel Trapilla (villain, Cuban Police Chief)
Untitled Superhero story
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Senator Knightthe Japanese (villains)

In this gripping 6-page tale from *Roy Thomas Presents Classic Phantom Lady #1* (2013), young Sandra witnesses her father’s assassination in Congress at the hands of a Japanese agent, setting her on a path to uncover a larger threat: a secret plot to destroy the J. M. Steel Plant.

The Civilian Defense Scandal
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenSenator KnightTom Jenson (death)un-named German Consolate Undersecretary [as Mr. MacMarris, O.C.D. Chief, who was murdered] (villain)Koiby (villain)Joe (villain)

In "The Civilian Defense Scandal," Phantom Lady takes matters into her own hands when Senator Knight blocks an official inquiry into corruption within the U.S. offices of Civilian Defense, citing distrust in Capitol institutions. With the truth buried behind political cover-ups, she launches a secret investigation to uncover the hidden crimes—no badge, no permission, just her relentless pursuit of justice.

The Spy Ring Murder
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenLieutenant Bob Forbes (of U.S. intelligence, death)the Nazis (villains)

In "The Spy Ring Murder," Phantom Lady teams up with her ally Jo to unravel a deadly conspiracy after witnessing the assassination of a U.S. intelligence officer. With the trail leading to a wealthy jeweler’s office, she uncovers a network of Nazis exploiting high society to sabotage American operations.

The Tank Factory Sabotage
5 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Senator KnightMasie (factory worker)Mike (villain)un-named spies (villains)

In "The Tank Factory Sabotage," Sandra, the Phantom Lady, teams up with her father at a U.S. military testing ground only to witness brand-new tanks disintegrating mid-demo—leaving both stunned and suspicious. Determined to uncover the truth, Sandra slips into the factory as a new worker, using her wits and stealth to dig beneath the surface.

The Phony Phantom Lady
5 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]MasieDon Bordenphony Phantom Lady (villain)un-named Nazis spies (villains)
The West Point Incident
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Priscilla Knight (Sandra's spinster Aunt)Major Atchinson (commander at West Point)Mr. Schott (villain)Dippy (villain)
The School for Spies!
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenJohnny (War Shipping Board employee)MelindaBaron Torpe (villain)

In "The School for Spies!", Melinda enrolls in an unusual lesson at Baron Torpe's estate, learning the art of espionage—only to find her training put to the test that very evening. When she returns with a stolen clock and sensitive intel, her mentor’s true allegiance is revealed, leaving her in a dangerous trap.

The Mystery of the Opera House Robberies!
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Senator KnightDon BordenMrs. Van Biltun-named guard (villain, death)Ramon (villain)

In "The Mystery of the Opera House Robberies!" from Roy Thomas Presents Classic Phantom Lady #1 (2013), Phantom Lady steps into the spotlight at a grand opera performance, where a priceless diamond necklace has vanished. As she probes the scene, she uncovers a web of deception among the performers, each with secrets of their own.

Mystery of the Black Cat!
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Senator KnightDon BordenCarl (death)two un-named thugs (villains)

In "Mystery of the Black Cat!", Sandra’s evening with friends takes a chilling turn when a cat’s cry echoes outside—followed by a guest’s death, his face marked by strange claw wounds. When Phantom Lady investigates, she uncovers a Nazi plot to sabotage Senator Knight’s home with a hidden bomb, all while the eerie echoes of Poe’s tale seem to linger in the shadows.

Golden Egg!
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenBunny Man [Killer Dan] (villain, introduction, death)

In "Golden Egg!" from Roy Thomas Presents Classic Phantom Lady #1, Jo and Sandra investigate a seemingly innocent Easter egg hunt at Senator Knight's estate—only to uncover a deadly twist when one egg ticks and another proves unnaturally heavy. With danger hidden in plain sight, the duo races to unravel a plot that turns a festive tradition into a life-or-death trap.

Murder on the High Seas
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenJake (introduction, a comic strip artist)Heidi (friend of Jake's)Joe (villain)

In "Murder on the High Seas," Sandra, Don, Jake, and Heidi set off on Jake’s sleek new runabout, *The Fire-Eater*, for what should be a simple day on the water—until a rival boat suddenly cuts dangerously close, threatening Sandra’s life. As the group unravels the mystery, Sandra begins to piece together a darker truth: her father’s past actions may have set off a chain of violence that’s now come back to haunt them all.

Enter: The Raven
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Senator KnightThe Raven [Tony Grey]The Boss (villain)Spike (villain)
Untitled Superhero story
5 pp · Superhero
The Spider Widow [Dianne Grayton]The Raven [Tony Grey]Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Joe [aka Jo-Jo] (villain)The Boss (villain, introduction)

In "null," Sandra faces a growing threat as shadowy forces target her father’s secrets, leading her to a tense meeting with Dianne Grayson—only to clash immediately with the other woman’s sharp demeanor. As their rivalry unfolds, the two are drawn into a dangerous game when a henchman of The Boss takes them to his lair, only to vanish, leaving them stranded and unsure what comes next.

Phantom Lady vs. the Spider Widow
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]The Raven [Tony Grey]Spider Widow [Dianne Grayton]The Boss (villain)Chuck (villain, death)
Untitled Superhero story
5 pp · Superhero
The Spider Widow [Dianne Grayson]The Raven [Tony Grey]Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]The "Big" Boss [Larkins, also as Senator Knight] (villain, death)

In "null," Phantom Lady tracks the missing Raven to the Lookout Hotel, only to find him alive—but claiming allegiance to the Bosses' mob. As Dianne confronts him, the truth behind his sudden turn remains shrouded in tension and doubt.

Submarine Sabotage
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]The Raven [Tony Grey] (cameo)Spider Widow [Dianne Grayton] (cameo)Senator Knightun-named sub Captainun-named saboteur (villain)

In "Submarine Sabotage," Phantom Lady joins Senator Knight and other officials on the maiden voyage of a cutting-edge super submarine—only to uncover a hidden threat as a saboteur among the crew unleashes a deadly gas. With the vessel sealed and trust shattered, she must navigate the confined depths before the sabotage claims its victims.

Peace--It's Wonderful!
5 pp · Superhero
The Spider Widow [Dianne Grayton]The Raven [Tony Grey]Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Frankie (villain)group of un-named crooks (villains, introduction for all)
The Four Maniacs
6 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenSenator KnightLooey (villain, the Knight's new butler)Joe (villain)Ethyl (villain, the Knight's new maid)

In "The Four Maniacs," Sandra and the Senator return home to find their household overrun by four strange new servants—each a former inmate from a nearby asylum. Trapped and threatened, they're left with no choice but to wait for help, until Don arrives to turn the tide.

The Beauty and the Brain!
12 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight, also dressed as Tersa Thorn]Senator Henry KnightDon Borden [as Professor Braunch]Gary BurgessProfessor Guddel (death, robot's inventor)Tersa Thorn (villain)Slim (villain)Trigger (villain)Joe (villain)Sandra Knight [also disguised as Tersa Thorn] (villain, robot)
Knights of the Crooked Cross
8 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Senator Henry KnightGary Burgess (radio director)Professor HarperHenrySchatz (villain)the Nazis (villains)

In "Knights of the Crooked Cross," Phantom Lady steps in when a mysterious note sent to Senator Knight hints at a nationwide radio blackout orchestrated by former Gestapo agents. With the fate of communication hanging in the balance, she takes it upon herself to uncover the truth behind the stolen invention—before the enemy's plan goes live.

The Vortex of Scoundrels and Scandals!
9 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Ted [Don Borden?]Rougo (flashback, death)Slippery Dukes (villain, pickpocket)Monk (villain)Scrawn (villain)

In "The Vortex of Scoundrels and Scandals!", Sandra must unravel a mystery after her father sends her to bid on the famed Piedmont Collection of rare Haitian stamps—only to find herself unexpectedly victorious when the real winner is robbed. With her purse stolen on the way home, Phantom Lady takes up the trail, diving into a web of deception where every clue leads deeper into a world of cunning thieves and hidden agendas.

Condemned Venus!
10 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenKitty MandersKitty's husbandSenator Henry Knightun-named State GovernorHilda (villain)two un-named thugs (villains)

In "Condemned Venus!", Sandra must unravel a mystery when her old friend Kitty is arrested for murder after a stormy encounter on the street. With the police convinced of her guilt, the Phantom Lady steps in to prove Kitty’s innocence—before the truth is buried beneath a web of deception.

A Shroud for the Bride!
10 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Rosie Maloon (death)ClaireIreneDon BordonPorky MeadBrooks (Mead's butler)Flora (villain)

In "A Shroud for the Bride!", Phantom Lady steps in when Rosie, a diner waitress reluctantly chosen by the charming but reckless Porky Mead for a masquerade party, is murdered. With Porky’s string of romantic entanglements now a deadly trail, Phantom Lady must untangle the truth before another life is lost.

An Army of Walking Dead!
12 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenSenator Henry KnightDr. Crime (villain, introduction)Tarno (villain, introduction, a zombie, death)
The World's Meanest Crook!
10 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Senator Henry KnightDon BordenMel Dobbs (a veteran)Mary Dobbs (Mel's wife)Foreclose (villain, introduction)
The Red Rain!
7 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Senator Henry KnightDon BordenHoney O'Brien (actress, death)Vulture (villain, introduction, death)Red Rain Gang (villains, introduction for all, all die)
The Avenging Skulls!
10 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Senator Henry KnightDon BordenOfficer ClancyMiss Rita Van (villain, introduction)Hype (villain, introduction)Guy the Gyp (villain, introduction, flashback, death)Alma (villain, introduction, flashback, death)
The Monster in the Pool!
11 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenDorcas Phyfe (millionaire playboy, introduction, death)Miss ShanksCalla Phyfe (villain, introduction, Dorcas' sister)Shorty (villain, introduction))
The Soda Mint Killer!
10 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenBetty (death)Mints (villain)

In "The Soda Mint Killer!", Sandra Knight, as the Phantom Lady, confronts a ruthless protection racket that turns deadly when it claims the life of a friend who refuses to pay. With her signature blend of smarts and daring, she dives into a web of intimidation and danger, determined to bring justice to a city that’s lost its courage.

The Stinging Whip!
9.66 pp · Superhero
Phantom Lady [Sandra Knight]Don BordenSugar Girl (racehorse)Mickey (Borden's jockey, death)Nosey (villain)

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Full credits

artist, inker Frank Borth
cover pencils, inks Matt Baker

Reprints

↩ Reprints Police Comics #1 (1941), Police Comics #2 (1941), Police Comics #3 (1941), Police Comics #4 (1941), Police Comics #5 (1941), Police Comics #6 (1942), Police Comics #7 (1942), Police Comics #8 (1942), Police Comics #9 (1942), Police Comics #10 (1942), Police Comics #11 (1942), Police Comics #12 (1942), Police Comics #13 (1942), Police Comics #14 (1942), Police Comics #15 (1943), Police Comics #16 (1943), Police Comics #17 (1943), Police Comics #19 (1943), Police Comics #18 (1943), Feature Comics #69 (1943), Police Comics #20 (1943), Feature Comics #70 (1943), Police Comics #21 (1943), Feature Comics #71 (1943), Police Comics #22 (1943), Police Comics #23 (1943), Phantom Lady #13 (1947), Phantom Lady #14 (1947), Phantom Lady #15 (1947), Phantom Lady #16 (1948), Phantom Lady #17 (1948)

Reprinted in Roy Thomas Presents Classic Phantom Lady Softee #1 (2013), Roy Thomas Presents The Heap #2 (2013), The Golden Age #8

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