Classics Illustrated #99 – Hamlet (1952) – Shakespeare Adaptation – VG Golden Age Comic

Product Description:

Condition: VG (Very Good)
Publisher: Gilberton Publications
Release Year: 1952
Series: Classics Illustrated
Issue: #99 – Hamlet
Based On: The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by William Shakespeare

About the Comic:
“To be or not to be?” That is no longer the question — because this Golden Age adaptation of Hamlet deserves to be in your collection.

Part of the Classics Illustrated series, this 1952 edition brings the full tragic force of Shakespeare’s masterpiece to life with vintage comic visuals. Betrayal, madness, ghosts, and revenge — all within an accessible and collectible format that’s stood the test of time.

Condition Notes (VG Estimate):

• Front Cover: Moderate wear with some color fading, visible creases

• Spine: Some splitting at bottom staple, but intact

• Back Cover: Light soiling, small tear on upper edge

• Interior Pages: Off-white, no writing or major stains

• Staples: Original, slightly rusted but secure

 Stored bagged and boarded in archival conditions.

Why This Comic Matters:

• Pre-Code Golden Age comic from the renowned Classics Illustrated series

• A cultural bridge between literature and comic art

• Ideal for collectors of vintage comics, Shakespeare fans, and educators

Resurrected from the Reaper’s library of lost genius — this one speaks from the grave.