*Marvel UK: Marvel UK’s experimental attempt to broaden their readership by generating a new British hero, Captain Britain was the subject of much controversy, not least because he was created by two Americans (Chris Claremont, Herb Trimpe) who, from the evidence presented here, had never met an English person, and whose interpretation of the UK’s manners and mores made the Austin Powers films look like documentaries. Be that as it may, the character endured to become a respected icon of the medium, and early issues are now attracting keen collector attention. We have new copies in of the good Captain’s first and second issues, sadly not with their Free Gifts, but in decent shape. #1 is unmarked, puzzle page not done, slight blunting at top left corner and slight grubbiness to back cover. #2, also with puzzle page untouched, is in very similar condition with a non-colour breaking crease vertical near the spine.
PICTURED: CAPTAIN BRITAIN
#1 VG £60
#2 VG £30 SOLD