The Man-Thing – #9 – 1974 – Marvel Comics – UK 7p Pence Edition – Deathwatch! – Bronze Age Horror

Description

An original 1974 Bronze Age Marvel horror comic featuring Man-Thing, presented in the collectible UK 7p pence-price edition.

In “Deathwatch!”, the horrors of the Florida Everglades continue as Man-Thing becomes embroiled in another supernatural nightmare. Written by Steve Gerber, this issue captures the eerie atmosphere, strange creatures and psychological horror that made the original Man-Thing series a standout among Marvel’s 1970s titles.

The striking cover by Mike Ploog features Man-Thing emerging from the swamp amid a collection of grotesque creatures, while a terrified woman desperately tries to escape in a small boat. A superb example of classic Bronze Age monster artwork.

Collector Significance

* Original 1974 Bronze Age Marvel Comics publication.
* Features the cult Marvel horror character Man-Thing.
* Original UK 7p pence-price edition, rather than the standard US cents-price version.
* Classic horror cover artwork by Mike Ploog.
* Written by Steve Gerber, whose work helped define Man-Thing’s most celebrated stories.
* Early issue from the original Man-Thing ongoing series.

Comic Details

* Series: The Man-Thing
* Comic Number: #9
* Publisher: Marvel Comics
* Cover Date: September 1974
* Writer: Steve Gerber
* Cover Artist: Mike Ploog
* Cover Story: Deathwatch!
* Cover Price: 7p
* Edition: UK pence-price edition
* Era: Bronze Age
* Format: Original full-colour single-issue comic
* Language: English

Condition

Pre-owned vintage comic with age-related wear. The front cover retains strong colours and presents attractively, with visible spine stress, minor edge and corner wear, and light handling marks. There is some wear along the top edge and at the corners.

The back cover, interior pages and staples have not been inspected. No professional numerical grade is assigned.

Please examine the supplied photograph carefully, as it shows the actual comic offered for sale.

An excellent addition to any Man-Thing, Mike Ploog, Bronze Age Marvel or vintage horror comic collection, particularly for collectors assembling the original series in UK pence-price editions.