Superman #11/1971

In "Der Super-Bettler von Metropolis," Jimmy Olsen tracks down Superman, only to find the Man of Steel stripped of his confidence—and his powers—after feeling obsolete in an increasingly automated world. As his sense of purpose wanes, a sudden fire and the loss of friends force him to confront the true source of his strength. Written by Leo Dorfman and brought to life by Curt Swan’s art and Murphy Anderson’s inks, with a striking cover by Carmine Infantino, this 1971 tale explores Superman’s vulnerability in a way that’s both poignant and deeply human.