The Spectacular Spider-Man #237

In "Little Deaths," Peter Parker faces a sudden, unexplained illness that leaves him weakened and vulnerable, testing his limits in ways he's never experienced before. With doctors on the brink of declaring him dead by the next issue, the stakes feel higher than ever—especially as the Lizard resurfaces at the worst possible moment. Written by Todd DeZago and brought to life by Sal Buscema’s pencils and John Stanisci’s inks, this 1996 issue captures a tense, intimate moment in Spider-Man’s story, with vibrant colors by John Kalisz and Malibu, and sharp lettering by Richard Starkings and Comicraft. The cover, by Sal Buscema and John Stanisci, hints at the gravity of the moment with a haunting, close-up of Peter’s strained expression.