Superboy #146

A touching and visually striking 1968 DC issue, this Neal Adams cover tells an emotional story all on its own — a dejected Superboy stands against a brick wall, head bowed and cape drooping, while Krypto nuzzles against him as a large posted bulletin pleads "Superboy, Please Come Home… All Is Forgiven!" from Mom and Dad. The thought bubble overhead deepens the mood, hinting at guilt and self-imposed exile that pairs perfectly with the story title "The Runaway Superboy!" Inside, writer Leo Dorfman and artist Curt Swan (inked by Sheldon Moldoff) bring the tale to life, making this a genuinely affecting package from cover to story.