The Amazing Spider-Man #40
In "Spidey Saves the Day!", Spider-Man faces off against the Green Goblin in a high-stakes clash that takes a shocking turn when an explosion knocks out Norman Osborn’s memory, unraveling years of his villainous past. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life with dynamic art by John Romita and inks by Mickey Demeo and John Romita, this pivotal 1966 issue captures the chaos and emotional weight of a moment that redefines one of Marvel’s most enduring foes. The cover, a striking collaboration by John Romita and Mike Esposito, perfectly encapsulates the tension of the fight.
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Spider-Man battles the Green Goblin. While battling, an explosion erases the last several years of Norman Osborn's memory, reverting him to his pre-Green Goblin state.
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