Revival of the original Captain Marvel, a character who throughout the 1940's outsold Superman himself, but who ceased publication in 1953 after a lawsuit was initiated against Cap's then-publishers, Fawcett, for plagiarism. 

DC acquired the rights to the character hoping to recreate his success, but had to retitle his series after his patron wizard (also his transformational magic word) Shazam!, as in the meantime that other pesky comics company had secured the rights to the 'Marvel' trademark.

Written by  Denny O'Neil and Elliott Maggin, illustrated by the most famous Captain Marvel artist C.C. Beck

Also reprints a 1946 story, "The Endless String!"

Very Fine condition; unfaded cover colours, firm staples, bright clean interior pages.

Sent bagged and boarded. 

US edition. no UK price markings.