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Phases of the Moon: Part 3 of 4. "Third Quarter: Lunatics!" Written by Dan Mishkin. Art by Jan Duursema and Rick Magyar. Onyx the Invincible and Timoth the Centaur infiltrate the silver spire of Selune in search of their friend, Luna. But they're soon besieged on all sides by the Moon Goddess' elite guard - the deadly Lunatics! Cover price $1.50.

Defender at the Walls - Written by Kent Burles. Art by Kent Burles and Page Groh. Cover by Jeff Starling. The Adventurers join the battle to defend Liam against Belgur. Characters in this story: Shadolok; Nightwind; Bladehelm; Eyamma; Sultar; Coron; King Belgur; Erikor; Relk. 24 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.25.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Time Trap!" Story, art and cover by Edgar Pierre Jacobs. Translated by Jean-Jacques Surbeck. The first English reprints of the popular companion strip to Tintin, featuring the science heroes Blake and Mortimer battling their nemesis Colonel Olrik across time and space. The daring scientist Mortimer discovers a time machine, only to learn too late that its been sabotaged, trapping him in the dinosaur era, the Middle Ages and a terrible future. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, full color. Cover price $8.95. Cover price $8.95.

By BRYAN TALBOT. In this issue, titled "Destiny's Angel," the effects of Firefrost are accelerating and Luther must halt it or lose Rose forever. Meanwhile, Anne leads her army against the forces of Cromwell as she goes into labor with Luther's twins. Cover price $1.95.

Art by Ray Willner and Reed Crandall. Cover by Ray Willner. A classic giveaway comic from the Brown shoe company to promote their line of Robin Hood shoes, featuring art by Reed Crandall and others. Robin Hood tries to rescue Will Stutely after he is captured by the Sheriff of Nottingham; Little John sets out to fly the biggest kite in all England; Robin is saved by an old man, and later gets to return the favor. Robin Hood; Little John. 32 pages, Full Color.

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First $1.95 cover price. Cover pencils by Steve Skroce. "And Death Shall Fly Like a Dragon!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Steve Skroce, inks by Bud LaRosa; While on assignment for the Bugle, Peter runs into Angela Yin meeting her cousin Meiko at the Seaport carnival; A group of ninjas, the True Believers, led by Karsano who believes he has the Dragonfly power, attack Meiko, prodding Spider-Man into action; Later, Meiko joins Angela at her apartment where she reveals that the True Believers' honor code allows Karsano three attempts on her life; The Seaport attack was the second. Spidey and the True Believers track Meiko down; Karsano fells Meiko but Spidey breaks his ceremonial sword; Having failed a third time, Karsano declares himself a fraud and commits ritual suicide. "Hidden Agendas!", script by Tom DeFalco, art by Geof Isherwood; Spider-Man vs. The Rose, Delilah, and Black Tarantula. 36 pgs., full color. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

September 1987. Stories: "6+" by Harry Turtledove, "Banshee" by Timothy Zahn, "The Lizard, the Dragon, and the Eater of Souls" by Rick Shelley, "Epiphany" by Arlan Andrews, "Flashbattles" by W.T. Quick, "In the Creation Science Laboratory" by Jerry Oltion, and "High Power" by Rob Chilson and William F. Wu. Science Fact article, "Cellular Automata" by Margaret L. Silbar. Short review of Ray Bradbury's "Death is a Lonely Business." Cover by Nicholas Jainschigg. Illustrations by Nicholas Jainschigg, Bob Eggleton, Arthur George, Judith Mitchell, Hank Jankus, and Terry Lee. Softcover, 5.5-in. x 7.5-in.; 192 newsprint pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

by Yukito Kishiro Lord Basso and Zuma take a trip back in time to see Ruliya's training, and there they discover her one weakness. In the present day, an old friend tells Ruliya to get rid of the Sword of Parca, while Zuma tells her to keep it. What will Ruliya choose, and will it be the right choice? b&w, 48pg (4 of 5) Cover price $3.50.

Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art and Cover by Nick Derington. Available to comics shops for the first time! After being gunned down in Crime Alley by Vandal Savage, Batman is mysteriously saved by the power source in the Faberge´ egg Savage has stolen! That power turns out to be a White Lantern ring-and when Batman uses it to defeat Savage, its energy signature calls the entire Green Lantern Corps to Earth...and they are not happy! Originally published in Batman Giant #11 and #12. 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.

Renaissance Man - Written by John Francis Moore. Art and Cover by Paul Guinan & Steve Leialoha. Walker Gabriel isn't the only time traveler in 1873. Meet Alexandra, a time-travelling gypsy with a mean left hook! But can she save him from the time policing Linear Man out for Gabriel's blood? Escaping further into the past, Gabriel meets the devilish DCU favorite Jason Blood, and has to make a fateful decision that could destroy time as we know it! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.50.

The Lady of the Lake by Sir Walter Scott, 4th Printing, Painted Cover. (HRN 139). Scotland in the 16th century - its kilted clansmen - its savage, warring nobles - and, that strange huntsman lost in the Highland crags who, rescued by the lovely Lady of the Lake, proved to be her father's bitterest enemy. Cover price $0.15.

New Three Musketeers story, "The Secret of the Spanish Blade" (script by Bob Haney, art by Lee Elias). Robin Hood reprints: "Three Arrows Again" (script by Bob Haney, art by Russ Heath) and "Attack of the Sea Raiders" (script by Haney, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito). Luis Dominguez cover. Cover price $0.50.

Written by Dan Abnett. Art by Vasco Georgiev. Cover by Billy Tucci. 'Barsoom has always been a dying world. Closer to death these days, perhaps.' From DAN ABNETT (Guardians Of The Galaxy, Justice League Odyssey) and rising star VASCO GEORGIEV comes an all-new vision of the Princess Of Mars! Dejah has been many things: Wife, mother, royalty. But now, she is a determined scientist, dedicated to discovering why her world is freezing, and which political factions know the secret of this global catastrophe? Experience glittering palace intrigue and visceral adventure in the new ongoing adventures of DEJAH THORIS! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Edited by Richard E. Hughes. Art by Dan Gordon and Bob Wickersham. Funny-animal comics from independent publisher ACG, featuring the Itchy & Scratchy-like Puss an Boots, misguided inventor Blunderbunny, owl detective Whoo-Dunnit, and Western dog marshal Alkali Ike. Sometimes the characters break through the fourth wall and into the laps of the kids who are watching their cartoons. Boots tries fleeing to India and Alaska to get away from Pusss practical jokes; Blunderbunny invents a pair of hats that make their wearers friends, whether they want to be or not; Whoo-Doodit is hired to find out who is stealing dog food. Puss an' Boots; Pals; Blunderbunny; Another Laugh Riot; The Magic Potion; Whoo-Doodit; Alkali Ike and His Horse Oatsie; Oatsie Gets Adopted; The Case of the Starving Man. 48 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Published by Russ Cochran, Graphic Gallery was a fully illustrated catalog of fine original artwork, all of it for sale. Issue #3 includes work by Carl Barks, Cliff Sterrett, George Herriman, Hal Foster, Frank Frazetta, Phil Davis, C.C. Beck, Burne Hogarth, Milton Caniff, Reed Crandall, and others. Cover art by Foster. 64 pgs. 1974.

Lorenzo Sperlonga cover, July 2007 Cover price $5.99.

Written by GEORGE R. R. MARTIN Adapted by BEN AVERY Pencils and Cover by MIKE S. MILLER A dispute over water during a drought started small, with one of the Red Widow's peasants being cut by one of Ser Eustace's knights. But that small cut serves to open old wounds from the Blackfyre Rebellion, forcing Ser Duncan to put his ideals of knighthood to the test when he learns a dark secret about his lord, Ser Eustace. But blood must pay for blood, and Dunk has sworn his sword to Ser Eustace regardless of his past transgressions. Now, Dunk must do battle with the Red Widow's castellan, Ser Lucas Inchfield, as the Sworn Sword rushes toward its bone crushing conclusion in classic George R.R. Martin style. Cover price $2.99.

By Ralf Paul. The next issue in the cult German comic series, playing in Germany, made in Germany. In Part 3, the mercenary Benwick meets Rohan the elf and Sean the paladin, and starts to find out what this mission is really all about. The heroes equip themselves with all the necessary gear for a dangerous trip to Thuttha, the land of a thousand deaths. On their way to this forthcoming evil, they encounter Tanis, another elf who has lost almost all of his relatives in a horrible massacre. Will he join the party and become a new member of the group of adventurers? See how Ralf Paul reveals the heroes' exploits with his wondrous storytelling and fascinating artwork, more developed and breathtaking in each new issue of this atmospheric fantasy. FC, 32pgs. Cover price $2.95.

Cover by John Nordland II. "Portents," script and art by John Nordland II; The Heroes wonder why the robots are programmed to give the appearance of attack, while actually avoiding harm; The old Gods and a zombie stir, and in the past Ian Hill inherits his disappeared Uncle Jack's effects. "Good Guys," script and art by Donny Jansen; Humphrey is teased in the street and goes home to read his Blue Thunder comic. Heroes illustration by Paul Ivy. 28 pgs., B&W. $1.75. Cover price $1.75.

Art and story by John Nordland II Cover price $1.75.

Written by LEN WEIN and PETER JOHNSON. Art by BRUNO REDONDO, SERGIO SANDOVAL, SIMON COLEBY and CLIFF RATHBURN. Cover by JP Leon. Based on the anticipated series from Warner Bros. TV premiering on Fox this January! Christopher Chance, the Human Target, has undertaken a deadly mission to protect an informant against organized crime families while he collects evidence throughout Europe. Unfortunately, the mob's next stop is at the Vatican. Can even Chance's considerable skills get them inside the holiest and most heavily guarded of locales? Cover price $2.99.

The Quest: Part 1 of 3 - Written by Michael Angelos. Art and Cover by Tim Vigil. After learning certain revelations concerning the history of the treatment, Jack awakes to find himself face to face with Argotakar in his dreamscape. Jack decide to either accept his gift or face the consequences. Elsewhere, Jadugar is presented with a gift from the mysterious London Dirk. 24 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.00.

The Quest: Part 3 of 3 - Written by Michael Angelos. Art and Cover by Tim Vigil. Jack, who has made his first change into the body of Argotakar, is now face to face with Roman. With Lisa gravely injured in her battle with Roman and London Dirk's security forces making their way to the battle, Jack's mind is overcome with the full power of his fear and rage. 28 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $3.50.

Free Comic Book Day Edition. Written by Michael Angelos. Art by Jerry Beck & Tony Bledsoe. Continuing with the great artistry of the series, Jerry Beck & Tony Bledsoe stamp their own amazingly detailed work to the Jack the Lantern mythos. Before Jack Gordon Corby became the host for the otherworld demon, Argotakar, his predecessor and mentor Doctor Frank Casper had his own awakening journey into the world of the demon. It is 1942 and we find Frank Casper's life being drained by his ever-deepening, tortured past. With no hope in sight, Frank is befriended by the mysterious Paul Fraser, who offers Frank the chance to change his life forever. B&W. Mature Readers.

by Angelos, Beck and Bledsoe Following on the heels of the acclaimed Jack: 1942 FCBD edition, this is the story of Jack Corby, a man possessed by the otherworld demon Argotakar. His quest for redemption continues in a new mini-series that features the dynamic art team of Jerry Beck (Something Wicked) and Tony Bledsoe (Frankenstein). As Jack's life starts to take a slow upswing, we soon find Jack dwelling deeper into his essence as the "war of his soul" begins to take a heavy toll on his own being. Elsewhere, somewhere in the northern wilderness of Canada, the mysterious Pavel Malkov summons industrialist London Dirk for a meeting with the demon temptress, Jadugar, as she unveils her new plan to strike against her newly discovered foes. Already optioned for a motion picture and forthcoming action figures, Jack the Lantern blends gritty dark fantasy and magic realism that create a cinematic experience. Just in time for Halloween! MATURE THEMES 24pgs, B&WSRP: $1.25 Cover price $1.25.

by Michael Angelos, Stephen Sadowski & Tony Bledsoe Jack is back! Following the climatic events that unveiled Jadugar's newly summoned allies, Roman learns an unholy secret that puts his remonstration into check as a lost tale that surfaces from the depths of Jadugar's mind reveals a connection to Argotakar. Elsewhere, a distant Jack gazes upon the faces of his wife and son for the first time in three years, which leads him into a face-to-face confrontation with Argotakar in his dreamscape. Far away at the Yavlo castle, Pavel Malkov has unearthed a few of his own secrets! Jack the Lantern: Ghosts features art by superstar artist: Stephen Sadowski (Avengers/Invaders) in his first black and white book in over 12-years! Cover price $2.95.

Limited Edition Variant Cover by Tim Vigil& Tony Bledsoe. by Michael Angelos, Tim Vigil & Tony Bledsoe This Halloween special extra-sized issue runs 36 pages, featuring guest-artist, the 'Godfather of Horror,' Tim Vigil (Faust)! While Jack and Lisa continue their trek into northern Canada, they're ambushed by Jadugar's new minions and her brother Roman. As the all-out battle royale kicks into high gear, and old rivalries are intensely embraced between Roman and Lisa, Jack's confrontation with the sly Lanthorn turns his entire being inside out! Cover price $3.95.

FCBD 2007 Color Edition. Written by Michael Angelos. Art by Tim Vigil, Tony Bledsoe, and Michael Wulf. 32 Pages, Full Color.

by Michael Angelos, Stephen Sadowski & Tim Vigil Jack is back! After a year-long hiatus, Castle Rain Entertainment presents this special preview showcasing the upcoming releases of Jack: Ghosts #2 and 3, coming this August and September! This will include a 9-page lettered preview of Ghosts #2; featuring art by fan-favorite and guest artist, Stephen Sadowski (Avengers/Invaders) and a 7-page preview of Ghosts #3 by the 'Godfather of Horror' and regular series artist, Tim Vigil (Death Dealer). It will also include a sneak-peek of future covers and toy designs for Jack the Lantern by Tim Vigil! A variant cover by Stephen Sadowski will be offered on a 5-to-1 ratio! Cover price $1.95.

Story adaptation by Gardner Fox, based on the screenplay by Andrew Solt and Maxwell Anderson. Art by Ogden Whitney. Sometimes listed as A1 Comics (1944 Life's Romances) #21. Part of A1 Comics, an anthology from Magazine Enterprises with content that varied from month to month. This issue featured an adaptation of the 1949 Ingrid Bergman film Joan of Arc. Led by the voice of God, young Joan galvanizes the French during the Hundred Years War. Captured and burned at the stake, she nevertheless becomes an iconic figure in European history and the Catholic church. The film, by Wizard of Oz director Victor Fleming, was adapted for comics by legendary comics scribe Gardner Fox. Featuring production stills of Ingrid Bergman and an historical discussion. Joan Maid of France; Joan of Arc; After Her Death; Ingrid Bergman as Joan of Arc. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

While visiting the British Isles, Jonny and Hadji are transported back to King Richard III's court to watch history happen right before their eyes in "Winters of Discontent." Script by William Messner-Loebs and art by Marc Hempel & Mark Wheatley. Back cover has a Jonny Quest pinup. Cover price $1.50.

WRITTEN BY GEOFF JOHNS; ART BY STEPHEN SADOWSKI AND KEITH CHAMPAGNE; COVER BY RAGS MORALES In stores November 21. Inside the underground gambling institution known as "The House," Hawkman and Sand have been poisoned by Roulette. Now the heroes are on a race to save Hawkgirl and find the antidote...but there's only enough for one of them. Plus a startling change in Atom Smasher, and a shocking revelation about Roulette's connection to the JSA! FC, 32 PG. $2.50 Cover price $2.50.

When Amos Fortune is lucky, everyone else is unlucky. The JLE must find a way to stop him from winning big in Europe...and destroying half of Monte Carlo in the process. Part 2 of 2, continued from the previous issue. Written by Gerard Jones, with art and cover by Ron Randall and Randy Elliott. Cover price $1.25.

1st Printing. Mark Twain's The Prince And The Pauper. Painted cover by Antonio Bernal. Story by Miguel Cusso and Dr. Anne Mueser. Art by Candido Ruiz Pueyo. The English version of Spain's Joyas Literarias Juveniles, retelling literary classics in a reader-friendly comics format. A spoiled prince and a street urchin trade places to see how the other half lives. Plus a biography of author Samuel L. Clemens, better known as Mark Twain. 7-1/4-in. x 10-1/2-in. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.00.

36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Cover by Genzoman Invasion is here! Eloa and her friends discover their homeland being invaded by thousands of evil Dracons and Whitestick warriors. While Kaeli pleads for them to stay together for protection, impulsive Eloa instead mounts her swiftbeast Smuffy and rushes off alone to warn her tribe. It's a rash decision that has grim consequences for the teenage princess far into the future. Cover price $3.99.

Nude Edition cover B by John Cleary, limited to 1600 copies. Written by John Cleary. Art by John Cleary. A special flip-book presenting the debuts of two series featuring martial-arts masters. Trained in the fighting arts of the ancient ninja, the four Kunoichi sisters set out to join the ninja clan of their ancestors. Resurrected by the spirit of life, thirteenth-century warrior Sinja battles elemental demons. Includes Lightning Comics Certificate of Authenticity. 32 pages, Full Color. Mature readers. Cover price $9.95.

Cover by Gabriel Andrade Writer: Brian Pulido and Mike Wolfer Art: Gabriel Andrade Lady Death's war against the mischievous Death Queen continues! After learning that the kingdom ruled by Satasha had entered into a secret alliance with Death Queen, Lady Death was determined to burn New Aberffraw to the ground. But the unbridled wrath of the albino goddess has been momentarily redirected, as Death Queen's unstoppable enforcer, Behemoth, his legion of undead warriors and giant, lava-spewing spiders launches a terrifying offensive upon the city in a search for Lady Death and the rebel leader, Wargoth. As the earth-shaking battle commences, secrets will be revealed, lovers will die and double-crosses will be exposed, but will there be anything left of the besieged kingdom for the blood-splattered victors to rule? Co-written by Mike (Gravel, Wolfskin) Wolfer and original creator Brian Pulido, this arc features the art of amazing new talent Gabriel Andrade! Cover price $3.99.

Cover by Gabriel Andrade (W) Mike Wolfer, Brian Pulido (A) Gabriel Andrade Two life-or-death battles within the ruins of Pallodun will have shockingly different outcomes, and their unexpected conclusions will forever change the fate of the rebellion against the vile Death Queen! Beneath the ground, Lady Death fights for her life against the horror of Stigmata, the villainess composed of sentient, living blood. But how can Lady Death possibly prevail over an untouchable enemy who can infect and possess her victims with but a single drop of her own blood? The mighty Wargoth, meanwhile, faces a decisive battle of his own, as Death Queen's chief assassin Behemoth confronts the rebellion's surrogate leader. This time, however, Behemoth's powers have been boosted by the magical energy of the revenge-seeking Satasha, who was once Wargoth's closest ally. Blood will fly, flesh will fail, and before this night is done, one will die in the most shocking LADY DEATH climax yet! Available with a Regular and Wraparound cover by artist Gabriel Andrade as well as a retailer order incentive Art Deco cover by painter Michael Dipascale! Cover price $3.99.

November 30, 1980. The Sunday comic strips in comic book form: Ripley's Believe It or Not, Brenda Starr Reporter (by Dale Messick), Star Trek (by Thomas Warkentin), Star Wars (continuing an adaptation of "Han Solo at Stars' End"; story by Brian Daley, script by Archie Goodwin, art by Alfredo Alcala), Doctor Smock (by Geo. Lemont), Broom Hilda (by Russell Myers), Superman (script by Paul Levitz, pencils by George Tuska, inks by Vince Colletta), Conan the Barbarian (script by Roy Thomas, art by Rudy Nebres), The Incredible Hulk (script and pencils by Larry Lieber, inks by Frank Giacoia), Tarzan (script by Archie Goodwin, art by Gil Kane), The Phantom (script by Lee Falk, art by Sy Barry), Prince Valiant (by John Cullen Murphy), Steve Canyon (by Milton Caniff), Dick Tracy (by Gould, Fletcher, and Collins), Mandrake the Magician (script by Lee Falk, art by Fred Fredericks), Mark Trail (by Dodd and Elrod), Walt Disney's Condorman, Doonesbury (by G.B. Trudeau), B.C. (by Johnny Hart), Ferd'nand (by Plastino & Mik), Crock (by Bill Rechin and Don Wilder), Bringing Up Father (by Bill Kavanagh and Frank Fletcher), Scamp, The Small Society (by Brickman), Henry (by Don Trachte), Grin and Bear It, Popeye (by Bud Sagendorf), They'll Do It Every Time, Dennis the Menace (by Hank Ketcham), The Lockhorns (by Bill Hoest), Archie, Nancy (by Ernie Bushmiller), Mutt & Jeff (by Al Smith), Moon Mullins (by Ferd and Tom Johnson), The Katzenjammer Kids (by Mike Senich), Alley Oop (by Dave Graue), Barney Google and Snuffy Smith (by Fred Lasswell), and Gasoline Alley (by Dick Moores). 32-page, 7-in. x 11-in., full color comic strip newspaper inserts.

A Hot Platter of Voom Voom! starring Nero Fox; Nero's saxophone playing nearly causes a war between Rome and Egypt. Bursting Balloons!, art by Otto Feuer; Pelican Pete saves a school of balloon fish from a mean swordfish. Mystery Island! starring Salty the Sailor; Salty has to figure out why four previous ships sailed to Mystery Island and never returned. Backwoods Brawn! starring Hugo Hornspred, art by Ron Santi; Hugo gets a job helping out at a farm, but his great strength causes more harm than good. The Disappearing Domicile!, art by Otto Feuer; Spylot Bones must solve the mystery of a missing nobleman's house. The Three Tin Suits!, art by Rube Grossman; King Oscar and his knights face the wily King Kunning, who tries to trick them into wearing defective suits of armor so that they can be defeated by his Knights of the Pool Table. Captain Tootsie Tootsie Rolls ad, pencils by C. C. Beck, inks by Pete Costanza. 52 pgs. $0.10. Cover price $0.10.

Story and art credits: Unknown. Lobo must defeat a power-hungry man dubbed the King of the West, who'll stop at nothing from running ranchers off land he desires for himself. Three-part story in "King of the West"; "The Posse"; and "Showdown". Last issue of the series. On cover: 12-439-610. October, 1966. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Volume 141 - 1st printing. "Napoleon's Line Infantry!" Written by Philip Haythornthwaite. Art by Bryan Fosten. Napoleon's line infantry was founded upon that of the Ancien Régime. A total re-organisation began on 1 January 1791 with the abolition of the old regimental titles, and over the next two years an increasing number of conscript and volunteer battalions were formed. Their quality varied from the proficiency of the early National Guard regiments to the untrained and ill-equipped rabble of the levée. To combine the discipline and steadiness of the regular army with the revolutionary fervour of the new army, the Amalgame was decreed on 21 February; by this measure each regular battalion became the nucleus of a new Demi-Brigade. Softcover, PC/PB&W.

Volume 155 - 1st printing. "Knights of Christ!" Written by Terence Wise. Art by Richard Scollins. The ancient warrior code which persisted in medieval Christian Europe dictated that a man's greatest virtues were physical strength, skill at arms, bravery, daring, loyalty to the chieftain and solidarity within the tribe. The primitive Church had been diametrically opposed to such ideals, however by the early 8th century the Church had grown wealthy, and the Saracen invasions of Spain and France posed a threat to that wealth. The Roman Church began to support war in defence of the faith, and by channelling the martial spirit into the service of God, the brutal warrior of the past was transformed into a guardian of society. Softcover, PC/PB&W.

Volume 155 - 2nd and later printings. "Knights of Christ!" Written by Terence Wise. Art by Richard Scollins. The ancient warrior code which persisted in medieval Christian Europe dictated that a man's greatest virtues were physical strength, skill at arms, bravery, daring, loyalty to the chieftain and solidarity within the tribe. The primitive Church had been diametrically opposed to such ideals, however by the early 8th century the Church had grown wealthy, and the Saracen invasions of Spain and France posed a threat to that wealth. The Roman Church began to support war in defence of the faith, and by channelling the martial spirit into the service of God, the brutal warrior of the past was transformed into a guardian of society. Softcover, PC/PB&W.

Volume 372 - 1st printing. "Colonial American Troops 1610-1774 (2) !" Written by René Chartrand. Art by David Rickman. From the earliest English settlements the survival of the infant colonies in North America depended upon local militias. Throughout the 17th and most of the 18th century royal troops were seldom shipped out from Britain, and the main burden of successive wars with the American Indians, and with the regular troops and militias of Britain's colonial rivals France and Spain, usually fell upon locally raised soldiers. These units also fought alongside the Crown forces during major operations such as the French-Indian War of the 1750s. This second of a fascinating three-part study covers the militias and provincial troops raised in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maryland, New York and New Jersey. Softcover, PC/PB&W.