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| From "Cuentos de Brujas" Nº11, August 1952, published by Editora de Peródicos "La Prensa" of Mexico, I selected two pages, this being the first, of the opening story, "Los Muertos que Andan" ("Walking Dead"). I make no secret of my fondness for the art of this superb comic book artist, Bob Powell, indeed one of the main figures in the industry in pre-Code days. In this particular story, Powell is at his best (he excelled in every genre, but his forte was horror, in my opinion). The huge eyes in the splash panel look really impressive, and the richness of detail is indeed breathtaking. The twin reflection of the skull-faced lady, combing her blonde hair, seen in both pupils, makes one of the strongest images ever depicted in that line of comics. But there's more to it yet: the 2nd page (which I show beside this one) gets still deeper into the concept... as you'll appreciate as soon as you click on the thumbnail. The story is very competently scripted, as usual in the Harvey line of the period, and is aptly complemented by other three yarns of similar merit, although not graced by the unique flavor of Bob Powell's art. A most enjoyable item, which is one of my treasures. | ||
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