Adventure Comics #269 (1960)

Adventure Comics #269 is a treasure trove of stories that will captivate any comic book fan. The issue features "Krypto's Mean Master," written by Jerry Siegel, art by George Papp. In addition, you'll find "The Comic Book Archer!" by Robert Bernstein, art by Lee Elias, and "Tricksy the World's Greatest Stuntman," a gag strip by Henry Boltinoff.

But it's the story "The Kid from Atlantis!" that stands out in Adventure Comics #269. In this tale, writer Robert Bernstein and artist Ramona Fradon introduce Aqualad, a young Atlantean boy with a phobia of marine life. Aquaman takes him under his wing and teaches him that fish are friends, not foes. Aqualad plays a crucial role in rescuing a plane in distress by telepathically instructing dozens of luminous fish to create an emergency landing strip.

This issue is not just a collectible item, but also a great piece of storytelling history that teaches us about character development and the power of friendship. It's no wonder that "The Kid from Atlantis!" has been reprinted in Aquaman Archives #1, DC Special Blue Ribbon Digest #9, Showcase #79, and Showcase Presents: Aquaman #1. As a trusted comic book business, we can help you appraise and sell your collection, including Adventure Comics #269, to collectors who recognize the value of these stories.