Marvel Boy

From 1951, Bell Features’ Marvel Boy ran for six issues, a short-lived but visually striking series most frequently written by Stan Lee. The book is best remembered for the distinctive art of Joe Certa, L. B. Cole, and Matt Baker, whose dynamic work gave the title a unique pulp-era energy. Though brief, the series offers a fascinating snapshot of early 1950s superhero comics, showcasing the creative talent that would soon define the medium.