Cover: Curt Swan & Stan Kaye

Superboy #77

Dec 1959 · DC · 0.10 USD

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In "The Space Adventures of Krypto!", Superboy's closest friend Freddy Shaw, struck by brain fever, unwittingly reveals Clark Kent’s secret identity to a trio of unlikely listeners—his half-brother Joe, his buddy Rick Farrow, and even a dying man in his final moments. The truth, spoken in delirium, sets off a chain of events that could expose Superboy’s double life, all while Krypto the Superdog takes center stage in a wild, interstellar escapade. Written by Robert Bernstein and illustrated by George Papp, with a cover by Curt Swan and Stan Kaye, this 1959 classic blends suburban secrets with cosmic adventure.

Contains 4 stories

The Space Adventures of Krypto!

8 pp · Superhero

In "The Space Adventures of Krypto!", the superdog takes a cosmic leap when he flies into space to save a stranded space cat, only to crash-land on a mysterious planet where he’s mistaken for a long-lost ruler. Celebrated as a hero, Krypto soon finds himself in a strange new danger—facing off against predatory trees that have a taste for canine flesh.

Untitled Superhero story

0.67 pp · Superhero

The Grandson of Steel!

8 pp · Superhero

Hiram Kent (introduction)Edith Kent (introduction)

Superboy's Best Friend!

9 pp · Superhero

JackFreddy Shaw (introduction, dies)Superboy robotsFreddy Shaw robotMr. Gray (a teacher)Dr. KenyonJoe ShawRick Farrow

When Freddy Shaw, Clark Kent’s closest friend, falls ill with brain fever, his delirious ramblings accidentally expose Superboy’s secret identity to a dangerous trio—his half-brother Joe, Rick Farrow, and even the teacher Mr. Gray. As the truth spreads, Clark must race to protect his secret before the information reaches Dr. Kenyon and the Superboy robots, who may not be what they seem.