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Superman #53

Jul 1948 · DC · 0.10 USD
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“The Origin of Superman!”
writer Bill Finger · artist Wayne Boring · inker Stan Kaye · cover Wayne Boring, Stan Kaye

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inker Stan Kaye
cover pencils Wayne Boring
cover inks Stan Kaye

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After a prologue which demonstrates Superman's amazing abilities, his origin is recounted. On the scientifically advanced planet of Krypton, Jor-El fails to convince the Council of Five that Krypton is doomed. As Krypton explodes, Jor-El and Lara send their son to Earth, where he is found and adopted by the elderly Kents. As Clark grows to maturity he manifests abilities far beyond that of mortal men. On his deathbed, his father urges Clark to become a powerful force for good as Superman.

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