Sick (1961) 32

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Cover by Jack Davis. Stories and art by Angelo Torres, Gray Morrow, Bob Powell, Charlie Rodrigues, Paul Laikin, Salo, Ted Trogdon, Vic Martin, and Dee Caruso. Sometimes listed as 5 No. 2. One of the more successful MAD mimics, created by comics legend Joe Simon, featuring an array of comedic talent. Crestwood/Feature was the first of several publishers. An "interview" with James Bond creator Ian Fleming, featuring art by future MAD artist Angelo Torres. If comic-strip characters Dick Tracy, Winnie Winkle and Tarzan had to solve real-world problems. Parodies of the Peanuts book "Security Is a Warm Blanket" and the movie The African Queen. Plus early cartoons from future National Lampoon cartoonist Charlie Rodrigues. Make Me a Star; Celebrity Bubblegum Cards; The Wings of the Dove: An Interview with Ian Fleming; Headlines to Great Art; Sick, Sick World; Working Out Today's Problems Through the Comics; The Agent; Insecurity Is a Hole in the Blanket; 633 Squadron; The African Queen; Artist's Model; Tennis, Anyone?; Career Blazers; Specialized Magazines for Women; Civilian Fliers; LBJ Birthday Party; Special New York Report; Pan Am Heliport; Stick 'em Up!; At Home at the Fair; Mailbox Nameplates; Enjoy Thanksgiving! 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.25.