Will Eisner's The Spirit Archives #21
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis volume of Will Eisner's acclaimed archival series collects the final six months of The Spirit's original newspaper run, covering July 2 through December 31, 1950. Featuring the iconic masked detective Denny Colt alongside Commissioner Dolan, Ellen Dolan, and a rogues' gallery including P'Gell, Sand Saref, and Mr. Carrion, these stories showcase Eisner's masterful blend of noir, humor, and innovative visual storytelling. The collection marks the end of an era for the beloved feature, with Eisner's creative peak on full display in these late-period adventures.
In "The Moment of Glory," Will Eisner's The Spirit finds himself aboard a haunted ocean liner, drawn into a peculiar assignment: guarding Darling O'Shea, the world’s richest ten-year-old—though no one has ever seen her. With Eisner’s signature storytelling and artistry, this 2007 issue blends mystery and atmosphere as the Spirit navigates a journey where wealth, secrecy, and the unknown collide. The cover, a striking collaboration by Jules Feiffer, captures the story’s enigmatic tone.
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The Spirit, despite last week's tale, is still on his way back from the East. On board a haunted ocean liner, the Spirit is recruited to be Darling O'Shea's bodyguard. The mysterious O'Shea who has never been seen, is the world's richest 10 year old.
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