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Cover: Curt Swan & George Klein

Superman Annual #5

Jul 1962 · DC · 0.25 USD
“Superman's Other Life! Part 1: Krypton Lives On!”

In "Superman's Other Life! Part 1: Krypton Lives On!", Lois Lane takes on the guise of Rama, a mysterious survivor from Krypton, to uncover Superman’s secret identity—only to have the truth unravel when he finally reveals himself. Written by Bill Finger and illustrated by Kurt Schaffenberger, this 1962 annual sees Superman grappling with the fallout, turning to a trusted ally to help preserve his dual life. The cover, by Curt Swan and George Klein, captures the mystery and intrigue of the tale.

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writer Bill Finger · artist, inker Kurt Schaffenberger · cover Curt Swan, George Klein

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artist, inker Kurt Schaffenberger
cover pencils Curt Swan
cover inks George Klein

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Lois poses as Rama, a survivor from Krypton, in order to find out Superman's secret identity. But after he reveals his identity, Superman realizes that Rama is really Lois and has to rely on the help of a friend to restore his double identity.

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