Race for the Moon

Published by Thorpe & Porter from 1962 to 1965, Race for the Moon was a 23-issue science-fiction anthology series that capitalized on the era's space-race excitement. The title primarily featured work by writers Larry Lieber, Stan Lee, and Bob Standish, with art from a powerhouse trio of John Forte, Jack Kirby, and Steve Ditko. While not tied to a single ongoing narrative, the series offered a mix of imaginative lunar adventures and cosmic thrills, showcasing early Marvel-associated talent before the publisher's full superhero resurgence. It stands as a curious snapshot of early-1960s pop-culture fascination with space exploration.