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Cover: Carmine Infantino & John Nyberg

The Greatest Flash Stories Ever Told #[nn]

Feb 1991 · DC · 29.95 USD; 34.95 CAD
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This 1991 collection from DC gathers some of the most celebrated adventures of the Fastest Man Alive, spotlighting the legacy of the Flash across the Silver and Bronze Ages. It features key tales starring Barry Allen, the Silver Age Flash, alongside his protégé Kid Flash (Wally West), showcasing the speedster's rogues gallery and iconic moments that defined the character's enduring appeal.

Contains 16 stories
The Faultless Four
15 pp · Superhero

The Scarlet Speedster races against time when the Faultless Four, a quartet of genius scientists with lethal ambitions, abduct Joan Williams' father to steal his groundbreaking invention—the atomic bombarder. With the fate of a brilliant mind and a dangerous weapon in play, the Flash must outwit a team of adversaries whose brilliance matches his speed.

The Flash and the Black Widow!
12 pp · Superhero

In "The Flash and the Black Widow!", Jay Garrick stumbles upon a bizarre mystery when the Three Dimwits encounter a talking chimp at the zoo—only to witness the creature’s sudden abduction. As the Flash investigates, he uncovers a threat far more dangerous than a prank or a publicity stunt, plunging him into a case that blurs the line between the ordinary and the impossible.

Stone Age Menace
13 pp · Superhero

In "Stone Age Menace," a prehistoric dinosaur’s sudden arrival in Keystone City throws the city into chaos—and lands Jay Garrick in jail when no one believes his warnings. Now, with time running out and the city on the brink, the Flash must prove his innocence and stop the creature before it’s too late.

The Slow-Motion Crimes!
12 pp · Superhero

In "The Slow-Motion Crimes!", the Flash faces a baffling new challenge when the Turtle returns, using cryptic clues that blend fast and slow words to predict his crimes. With time itself seeming to twist around him, the Scarlet Speedster must unravel the puzzle before it's too late—only to be rescued at the last moment by a surprise ally from the JJSA.

Mystery of the Human Thunderbolt!
12 pp · Superhero

In "Mystery of the Human Thunderbolt!", Barry Allen's life changes in an instant when a lab accident with chemicals and lightning unleashes his incredible speed, transforming him into the Flash. Now, armed with a costume inspired by the classic 1940s comic adventures and a newfound power, he must confront a bizarre new threat: the Turtle Man, known as "The Slowest Man Alive."

Return of the Super-Gorilla!
14 pp · Superhero
Danger in the Air!
12 pp · Superhero
The Mirror Master's Magic Bullet!
10.67 pp · Superhero
Space Boomerang Trap!
15.33 pp · Superhero
The Conquerors of Time!
24 pp · Superhero

In "The Conquerors of Time!", the Flash takes Kid Flash on a daring journey across time to uncover the reasons behind the global collapse of atomic power. Together, they race through different eras, facing mysteries that challenge their understanding of history and science.

Vengeance of the Immortal Villain!
24 pp · Superhero

In "Vengeance of the Immortal Villain!", the ancient and relentless Vandal Savage unleashes a deadly campaign against the retired Justice Society, forcing a reluctant Barry Allen to journey to Earth-2. There, he joins forces with Jay Garrick to free the imprisoned JSA members, reigniting a bond that leads the team to reconsider their retirement.

Trail of the False Green Lanterns!
24 pp · Superhero

In "Trail of the False Green Lanterns!", Barry Allen and Hal Jordan find themselves facing a baffling mystery when three identical versions of Hal Jordan appear out of nowhere—each claiming to be the real Green Lantern. As the imposters vanish just as quickly as they arrive, the duo must unravel the mind games of a cunning foe who’s using their own identities against them.

The Doorway to the Unknown!
11.67 pp · Superhero
The Flash--Fact or Fiction
23 pp · Superhero
Julius Schwartz
How to Prevent a Flash
13 pp · Superhero
Heart...of Stone!
22 pp · Superhero
Magenta [Francis Kane]Vandal Savage [Vandar Adg]

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Full credits

artist, inker Harry Lampert
colorist Bob Le Rose
cover pencils Carmine Infantino
cover inks John Nyberg

Reprints

↩ Reprints Flash Comics #1 (1940), Flash Comics #66 (1945), Flash Comics #86 (1947), Comic Cavalcade #24 (1947), Showcase #4 (1956), The Flash #107 (1959), The Flash #113 (1960), The Flash #119 (1961), The Flash #124 (1961), The Flash #125 (1961), The Flash #137 (1963), The Flash #143 (1964), The Flash #148 (1964), The Flash #179 (1968), DC Special Series #1 (1977), Flash #2 (1987)

Reprinted in Hawk and Dove #21 (1991), The Greatest Flash Stories Ever Told #[nn] (1992)

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