Classics Illustrated Junior #516
"Aladdin and His Lamp" delivers a classic Arabian tale in vivid detail, brought to life by Kurt Schaffenberger’s expressive art in both pencils and inks. The story follows Aladdin’s rise from humble beginnings to royal fortune, only to face a cunning sorcerer’s trickery—using a clever swap of lamps to steal his bride and palace. Dik Browne’s dynamic cover captures the moment of magic and mystery, perfectly framing the adventure within.
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When Aladdin acquires a magic lamp, its Genie brings him wealth and the hand of a princess in marriage, but a sorceror steals the lamp by peddling new lamps for old and transports Aladdin's wife and palace to a remote land. Aladdin's magic ring allows him to restore the palace to its original site. He is re-united with his wife and the sorceror is left wandering in the desert.
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