*DC: A favourite here at 30th Century, 1961’s Brave & Bold #34 saw the introduction of the Silver Age Hawkman (not to overlook his lovely bride Hawkgirl), by scripter Gardener Fox and illustrator Joe Kubert, both of whom had worked with distinction on the character’s 1940’s incarnation. In keeping with the other Silver Age ‘reboots’, Hawkman and Hawkgirl’s origin was thoroughly Space Age this time – visiting police officers from the planet Thanagar, here to study Earth law enforcement while masquerading as co-curators of the Midway City Museum. A refreshingly equal partnership – far from being Hawkman’s sidekick, Hawkgirl was his wife, his partner in life and work, and, many of us believe, actually the smarter of the two – smart enough to let him think he was in charge, at least! One of the best relationships in comics, some of the most inventive and diabolical villains, and sumptuous, beautifully detailed artwork. This is a nice copy from an original owner collection and new to the marketplace. One of THE great Silver Age covers! Pence stamped, with strong cover colours, tight firm staples and supple off-white pages. The spine has just a little wear, with a very tiny chip out at the bottom, a few very shallow but long cover creases, two of which just break colour, but are not too apparent. Overall, a decent copy.
PICTURED: BRAVE & BOLD #34 VG p £285