Adventure Comics #440
In "The Second Death of the... Spectre," Jim Corrigan—once again human after his spectral duty—faces a brutal end at the hands of the ruthless "Ducky" McLaren. Written by Michael Fleisher and brought to life with intense, moody art by Jim Aparo, this 1975 issue explores the cost of vengeance as Corrigan is thrust back into the role of the Spectre, his wrath now fueled by a personal tragedy. The cover by Jim Aparo captures the moment with haunting precision.
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Jim Corrigan is returned to human form from his ghostly duty as the Spectre only to be gunned down by "Ducky" McLaren. Corrigan becomes the Spectre again and takes his vengeance on the McLaren gang.
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