Spider-Man Comics Weekly #57

Mar 1974 · Marvel UK · 0.06 GBP

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In "Who Is the Brainwasher?", Spider-Man evades a police chase before slipping into the role of Peter Parker to visit Aunt May in the hospital, where he works to clear his name. Captain Stacy remains skeptical, but the truth is far from simple—Mary Jane’s life takes a sudden, unsettling turn when she unknowingly begins working for the mysterious Brainwasher. Written by Stan Lee and John Romita, with art by Don Heck and inks by Mike Esposito, this 1974 UK installment features a tense, character-driven mystery, with cover art by John Romita.

Contains 3 stories

Who Is the Brainwasher?

10 pp · Superhero

Spider-ManAunt MayCaptain StacyGwen StacyMary Janethe BrainwasherBrainwasher's henchmanBrainwasher's scientist

In "Who Is the Brainwasher?", Spider-Man evades a citywide police chase, slipping away to visit Aunt May in the hospital—where he must convince the authorities, including Captain Stacy, that he’s not the criminal they believe him to be. Meanwhile, Mary Jane unknowingly walks into a trap when she takes a job that leads her straight into the clutches of the mysterious Brainwasher.

The Netherworld Doom!

7 pp · Superhero

Iron Man [Tony Stark]Kala (introduction)General Baxu (introduction)JimEvans

In "The Netherworld Doom!", Iron Man is taken captive by the queen of a hidden underground realm, who seeks his help to launch an invasion of the surface world. With his intellect and insight, Stark reveals the deadly truth about surface life—her people would age rapidly in the open air—forcing her to reconsider her plans.

When Titans Clash...One Must Fall!

9 pp · Superhero

Thor [Donald Blake]HerculesOdinHeimdallBalderSeidring the Merciless (introduction)Jane Foster

In a clash of gods and giants, Thor and Hercules face off in a battle that’s as personal as it is epic—sparked by their shared affection for Jane Foster. With Odin’s wrath fueling the stakes, Thor is stripped of half his might and forced to rely on the mysterious Odin Power, but even that may not be enough against Hercules’ overwhelming strength.