Secrets of the Unknown #141

Jan 1973 · Alan Class · 0.08 GBP

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“The Hunter's Prey”

In "The Hunter's Prey," Barton encounters a mysterious stranger offering bottled magic that promises to fulfill any wish. As he sips through desires for wealth, friendship, and travel, each choice brings new revelations—until the final bottle reveals a truth that changes everything. Written by Carl Wessler and illustrated by Bernard Baily, with a striking cover by Bill Everett, this 1973 Alan Class classic blends whimsy and wonder in a tale of longing and self-discovery.

writer Carl Wessler · artist, inker Bernard Baily · cover Bill Everett

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writer Carl Wessler

artist, inker Bernard Baily

cover pencils, inks Bill Everett

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Barton meets a strange man who has bottles of magic mixtures which grant a heart's desire. Barton drinks wealth and gains money - unsatisfied he drinks friendship and gains friends - unsatisfied he drinks travel and sees the world. Finally he drinks truth and gives money to the needy, discovering true satisfaction.

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