Superman (1939) 166

Superman (1939) 166

Another case of false advertising. No holiday stories here, just a Christmas cover.

Hitting the stands about the time three shots rang out in Dealey Plaza, Superman 166 is an insipid blend of three “imaginary” stories, by products of Superman and Lois Lane’s marriage, that were a staple in the Man of Steel’s books through much of the Eisenhower era midway through the Vietnam War. DC had its hands tied with what was allowed in comic books courtesy of the CCA and a character who was able to spin the Earth backward if he wanted. To keep readers buying the book authors often crafted “what if” stories, many of them alternate timelines with Superman’s supporting cast in outlandish situations.