World's Finest Comics #12
In "The Man Who Stole a Reputation!", Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster deliver a sharp, early tale of ambition and illusion, as mild-mannered Lester Link shocks reporters Lane and Kent by claiming to be the secret ruler of the underworld—only to find the real bosses have other plans. A 1943 gem with crisp art by Joe Shuster and a striking cover by Jack Burnley, this issue captures the flair of wartime comics with a touch of cheeky drama.
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Mild mannered Lester Link, upset that he is squandering away his life for a mere pittance, quits his job and declares himself to reporters Lane and Kent that he is the secret ruler of the underworld. The underworld gang bosses, however, have something to say about that!
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