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Tales To Astonish 1959-1968: An Unforgettable Journey into the Marvelous

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By Duncan Whitehead

Tales To Astonish was a seminal comic book series published by Marvel Comics during the Silver Age of comics. The series ran for 101 issues from 1959 to 1968 and featured some of the most iconic Marvel characters, including Ant-Man, the Wasp, Giant-Man, and Goliath.

Tales to Astonish (1959-1968) #59

by Duncan Whitehead

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	20 pages

The series was initially created to showcase stories of science fiction and the unknown, but it quickly became a home for superhero adventures. The first issue of Tales To Astonish featured the debut of Ant-Man, a scientist who had invented a device that allowed him to shrink to the size of an ant.

Ant Man And The Wasp Tales To Astonish (1959 1968) #59 Duncan Whitehead

Ant-Man was an instant success, and he soon became one of Marvel's most popular characters. In 1963, the Wasp, a female superhero who could fly and shrink, was introduced into the series. Together, Ant-Man and the Wasp formed a crime-fighting duo that became known as the Astonishing Team.

In 1965, the series was retitled Tales of Suspense and began to feature stories starring Iron Man and Captain America. These stories were equally successful, and Tales of Suspense became one of Marvel's most popular titles.

Iron Man And Captain America Tales To Astonish (1959 1968) #59 Duncan Whitehead

In 1968, Tales of Suspense was merged with The Avengers, a new superhero team book. This merger marked the end of the Tales To Astonish series, but its legacy lived on. The characters and stories that were introduced in Tales To Astonish played a major role in the development of the Marvel Universe.

Tales To Astonish 1959-1968: An Unforgettable Journey into the Marvelous is a comprehensive look at the history of this groundbreaking comic book series. The book features:

In-depth analysis of the stories and characters that appeared in Tales To Astonish
Rare and unseen artwork from the series' archives
Interviews with the creators of Tales To Astonish
A look at the impact that Tales To Astonish had on the Marvel Universe

Whether you're a longtime fan of Marvel Comics or a newcomer to the world of superheroes, Tales To Astonish 1959-1968: An Unforgettable Journey into the Marvelous is a must-read book. It's a celebration of one of the most influential comic book series of all time.

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Tales to Astonish (1959-1968) #59

by Duncan Whitehead

5 out of 5