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Batman Poche#23
Cover: Jim Aparo

Batman Poche #23

Nov 1979 · Sage - Sagédition · 5,00 FRF
“L'étrange nuit de Noël”

In "L'étrange nuit de Noël," Superman returns to Smallville during the holidays, drawn by strange occurrences tied to a haunting past. As he investigates ghostly phenomena, he uncovers a chilling connection to a threat he once faced as Superboy—now returned in a form he never expected. Written by Cary Bates and illustrated by Curt Swan, with inks by Frank Chiaramonte and colors by Gene D'Angelo, this 1979 tale blends seasonal mystery with classic superhero legacy. The cover, by Jim Aparo, captures the eerie atmosphere of the night.

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writer Cary Bates · artist Curt Swan · inker Frank Chiaramonte · colorist Gene D'Angelo · cover Jim Aparo

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Full credits

writer Cary Bates
artist Curt Swan
colorist Gene D'Angelo
cover pencils, inks Jim Aparo

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Superman learns that the ghostly presences he has been investigating in Smallville are a menace he had defeated as Superboy that came to Earth. Superman deals with the menace.

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