Superman #53

In "Menace de 1000 degrés !", Superman’s powers begin to wane under the strange influence of the Sand Man, forcing him to rely on cunning and disguise rather than sheer strength. Written by Denny O'Neil and brought to life with classic precision by Curt Swan and Murphy Anderson, this issue sees the Man of Steel confront a threat tied to the Earth’s core—where strategy must replace superhuman might. The cover, by Carmine Infantino with inks by Murphy Anderson, captures the tension of a hero pushed beyond his limits.