SHADOW NOVEL SC (2020)

"Celebrating the 75th anniversary of Batman's debut, Sanctum Books re-solicits the first edition of the book that rewrote the history of Batman! First, a powerful new underworld kingpin crosses swords with The Shadow in 'Lingo,' one of Walter Gibson's all-time masterpieces which introduces The Shadow's customized yellow boomerang which inspired the Batarang. Then, in 'Partners of Peril' by Theodore Tinsley, Lamont Cranston investigates chemical syndicate murders in the landmark thriller that was adapted by Bill Finger and Bob Kane as Batman's debut adventure in Detective Comics #27. This extra-length volume also reprints Tinsley's 'The Grim Joker,' a 1936 tale introducing a clown-faced crime boss called The Joker."

"(W) Walter B. Gibson The Master of Darkness deals out retribution and redemption in two classic pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson writing as Maxwell Grant. In 'Vengeance is Mine!' the Shadow hunts a terrorist whose murderous bombing rampage extends to the Cobalt Club itself. Then, in 'Battle of Greed,' the Shadow offers second chances to a trio of broken souls in the most unusual Shadow novel of all time! Plus, the Shadow teams with Chick Carter, Boy Detective, in a rare crossover from the Golden Age of Radio. This instant collector's item showcases the original color covers by George Rozen and Graves Gladney, the classic interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Edd Cartier, and historical commentary from Will Murray and Anthony Tollin."

"The Knight of Darkness battles master criminals in two classic pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. Lamont Cranston is trapped in the deadly coils of 'The Python' as he seeks to unravel the sinister plans of the murderous serpent of crime. Then, in 'The Shadow, The Hawk, and The Skull,' the Dark Avenger battles two master villains - the Hawk, a European jewel thief, and the grotesque blackmailer called 'The Skull.'"

"The Shadow follows a trail of murder that leads to the walking dead, a living skeleton, and the 'Master of Death.' Then, The Shadow and his agents struggle to protect Manhattan from an underworld war conducted by the Czar of Crime known as 'The Rackets King.' Plus, 'The Purple Girasol,' a never-published 1931 horror story by Walter Gibson that inspired The Shadow's famous ring!"

"'Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows! The Knight of Darkness battles supercrime in two more pulp thrillers by Walter Gibson that foreshadowed classic Batman stories. First, the Dark Avenger finally meets his equal when 'The Shadow's Rival' wages a more successful war against the underworld. Then, The Shadow and Margo Lane find themselves shrunk in a giant world when they confront 'The Devil Master.' BONUS: Police Commissioner James Gordon, aka The Whisperer, battles the Black Beetle! This instant collector's item showcases the original color pulp covers by Graves Gladney and George Rozen, the classic interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Paul Orban, and commentary by pulp historians Will Murray and Anthony Tollin. "

"When supercrime casts its dark shadow over two troubled towns, the Master Avenger swings into action to root out evil. First, disguised as both Lamont Cranston and Kent Allard, The Shadow seeks to uncover the strange secret of 'The Sealed Box.' Then the Dark Avenger battles the corruption that lurks beneath the surface of 'The Racket Town.' Plus, the first Whisperer short story!"

"A ruthless blackmailer acquires the Q-ray, a deadly device that kills with eerie selectivity via 'The Dark Death.' Then, a dying gunman asks the Knight of Darkness to save his brother from a life of crime in 'House of Shadows,' a powerful tale of redemption. Plus, an executed murderer returns to exact vengeance on Margo Lane's father in 'Murder by the Dead,' a lost radio thriller from Orson Welles' first month as The Shadow."

"Secret Service operative Vic Marquette teams with The Shadow and his new ally Pietro to end the counterfeiting plague of 'The Silver Scourge.' Then, the incriminating secrets concealed within 'The Book of Death' initiate a winding trail of blackmail and murder! This volume showcases the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and the classic interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Paul Orban."

"(W) Walter B. Gibson, (A) Edd Cartier 'The Strange Disappearance of Joe Cardona' sets The Shadow on the trail of the Purple Death. Then, a sinister criminal organization called 'The Hand' challenges the Dark Avenger to a fight to the finish, in the first installment of the legendary pulp epic that inspired the premier adventure of DC Comics' Seven Soldiers of Victory."

"(W) Walter B. Gibson The Shadow follows a bloody trail of extortion and murder that leads from the back alleys of Paris to the country homes of New England to confront 'The Blackmail Ring.' Then, a bizarre series of Philadelphia murders sets Kent Allard on the trail of another 'finger' of the deadly criminal organization called the Hand in 'Murder For Sale.'"

"'Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!' The Knight of Darkness combats supercrime in two action-packed pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, a tip from a dying mobster sets Cliff Marsland and The Shadow on the trail of The Condor and his deadly army of evil. Then, The Shadow journeys to the Windy City to wage war against Chicago Crime and yet another 'finger' of the murderous crime cabal called the Hand. This instant collector's item showcases both of George Rozen's color pulp covers, the classic interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Edd Cartier, and commentary by pulp historian Will Murray. "

"(W) Walter B. Gibson, Theodore Tinsley The Dark Avenger takes to the High Seas in two action-packed pulp classics. Roaring ocean waters set the scene for an epic battle between The Shadow and another of The Hand's murderous Fingers. Then, the Master of Darkness combats the drowned corpse calling himself 'Davy Jones' in 'River of Death.' Plus, Lamont Cranston and Margot Lane investigate 'The Case of the River of Eternal Woe' in a lost classic from the Golden Age of Radio."

"(W) Walter Gibson 'The Third Skull' holds the secret to a hidden fortune, but only The Shadow can decipher its cryptic message. Then, as millionaire Lamont Cranston and businessman Henry Arnaud, the Dark Avenger travels to a 'Realm of Doom' to engage the last of The Hand's murderous Fingers in a battle to the death."

"(W) Walter Gibson Lamont Cranston discovers that strange scientific secrets lurk behind a series of prominent murders when 'Dead Men Live.' Then, Kent Allard and Margo Lane journey to a Caribbean nation to confront a 'Dictator of Crime,' but La Sombra is soon captured and sentenced to death by a firing squad!"

"(W) Walter Gibson, Alfred Bester The Knight of Darkness battles criminal geniuses in two Batman-esque novels by Walter Gibson and a radio thriller by Alfred Bester. First, The Shadow wages war with the twisted-countenance crimelord called The Face. Then, Lamont Cranston is convicted and sent to prison while extortionists wage war on America's financial institutions. Plus, 'The Man Who was Death,' a classic radio play by Alfred Bester."

"'Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!' The 80th anniversary of The Shadow's radio debut is celebrated with two special novels by Walter Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant,' plus a lost radio thriller. First, a locked room murder and the theft of a priceless diamond set the Knight of Darkness on the trail of the infamous supercrook known as The Jackdaw in 'The Crime Clinic,' a rare 1933 pulp thriller that was adapted to The Shadow radio series! Then, The Shadow hunts an infamous master criminal who leaves mystical 'Cards of Death' at his murder sites. Plus, 'The Red Macaw,' a radio script by Edward Hale Bierstadt from Orson Welles' second outing as The Shadow! This instant collector's item features both classic pulp covers by George Rozen, the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Edd Cartier, and commentary by popular-culture historians Anthony Tollin and Will Murray."

"(W) Walter Gibson The Shadow seeks to decode the secret plots of Crime, Incorporated and its murderous masterminds to unravel a 'Chain of Death.' Then, when an rogue insurance company offers death policies, Henry Arnaud takes out a 'Death's Premium' on the life of Lamont Cranston."

"(W) Walter Gibson The ghostly death knell of 'Bells of Doom' foretell serial slaughter in one of the all-time greatest Shadow thrillers. Then, a psychic investigator's scientific study of séances unleashes a series of killings by 'The Murdering Ghost' in a novel that draws upon Gibson's work with Houdini."

"(W) Walter Gibson 'The Key' to a mysteriously empty safe deposit box sets up a winding trail of treachery and murder that leads The Shadow to Rio in search of a million-dollar secret. Then, Lamont Cranston is called in to investigate 'The Case of Congressman Coyd' - what is behind the bizarre turnaround of a veteran lawmaker whose new deregulation proposals will benefit unscrupulous business interests?"

"(W) Walter Gibson The Shadow is captured by the inventor of a deadly atomic disintegrator ray in a novel that reintroduces audiences to the real Lamont Cranston. Then, the truth behind a fatal automobile accident is concealed in 'Buried Evidence.' Can the Shadow unearth the million-dollar secret and prevent more murder?"

"(W) Maxwell Grant The Shadow confronts a European mastermind of evil to end the murderous menace that lurks on 'Terror Island.' Then, Lamont Cranston seeks the strange secret behind the deadly 'accidents' that have caused a once-thriving community to become a 'City of Ghosts.'"

"(W) Walter Gibson How can an entire house vanish into thin air? Only The Shadow knows! Then, Lamont Cranston confronts his most amazing foe, the 'Wizard of Crime'! Plus, 'The Sword of Dengri-La,' a lost thriller from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"The Shadow's legendary debut novel is paired with one of his most memorable cases by Walter B. Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant,' in an extra-length spectacular commemorating the 80th anniversary of both The Shadow Magazine and the modern single-character hero magazine. Plucked from a suicidal leap by a sinister cloaked rescuer, Harry Vincent is recruited into an international crime-crushing organization by The Living Shadow. Then, the Dark Avenger battles merciless foes who wield the night itself as a weapon in The Black Hush. This instant collectors' item features one of George Rozen's greatest cover paintings, plus classic interior illustrations by George H. Wert and Tom Lovell, and commentary by popular-culture historians Anthony Tollin and Will Murray."

"(W) Walter B. Gibson The Shadow's explosive second adventure is paired with a gripping novel of international intrigue in an extra-length special commemorating the 80th anniversary of The Shadow Magazine. The Dark Avenger assumes the identity of Lamont Cranston to investigate serial murders in The Eyes of The Shadow, the groundbreaking novel that introduced the Dark Avenger's famous alter ego and his enigmatic agent, Burbank. Then, can The Shadow stop The Money Master before his financial machinations destroy the global economy?"

"(W) Walter Gibson The Dark Avenger teams with Secret Service agent Vic Marquette to investigate a far-reaching counterfeiting ring in The Shadow Laughs!, the landmark novel that introduced the real Lamont Cranston! Then, how can The Shadow prove that an innocent man is not a murderer, when several witnesses have identified the young man as the Voice of Death?"

"(W) Walter Gibson, Theodore Tinsley, Bruce Elliott Sanctum Books celebrates the publication of its 100th Shadow novel with an extra-length volume showcasing tales by each of the pulp wordsmiths who wrote as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, 'The Man from Shanghai' is caught in the web of a murderous mastermind and his spidery Mongol assassin. Then, blood sapphires drip a deadly trail across Manhattan in 'The Golden Dog Murders.' Finally, Lamont Cranston and Joe Cardona go undercover as Tweedledee and Tweedledum to investigate murders at an Alice in Wonderland ball in 'Jabberwocky Thrust.'"

"(W) Walter Gibson The Shadow goes undercover in Chinatown to battle one of his deadliest foes, the legendary oriental demi-god known as Kwa, The Living Joss. Then, what can prevent Judge Lawless from making a mockery of the law? Only the Shadow knows!"

"(W) Walter Gibson, Theodore Tinsley Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows! First, The Shadow executes a deadly chess game with The Crime Master, an underworld kingpin whose amazing superbrain rivals his own. Then, the Master of Darkness seeks to unmask The Fifth Napoleon, the master plotter who commands New York's four most powerful crime lords. This instant collectors' item features both classic cover paintings by George Rozen, the original interior pulp illustrations by Tom Lovell and Anthony Tollin profiles radio legend Frank Readick, the 'Man with The Shadow's Laugh!' "

"(W) Walter Gibson The Knight of Darkness investigates deadly vampire attacks in two heart-stopping chillers by Walter Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant' and a classic radio mystery! First, the Master of Darkness must battle a giant vampire bat and enter the dangerous Garden of Death to discover the secret behind a deadly drug monopoly. Then, The Shadow enters haunted Haldrew Hall to unearth the bloody secret behind The Vampire Murders in a sequel to the legendary Victorian thriller, Varney the Vampire! BONUS: Vampires Prowl by Night, a lost thriller from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"(W) Walter Gibson The Dark Avenger and Harry Vincent share center stage in two thrilling tales of lost treasure. First, The Shadow and his ablest agent journey to Michigan timber country in a thrilling tale of deadly avarice, betrayal and a forgotten gold mine. Then, a supercrook preys upon aristocratic refugees from the Spanish civil war, leading The Shadow into a deadly dual with The Masked Headsman."

"The Shadow crushes Supercrime in three action-packed adventures that inspired the classic 1940 Shadow movie serial. First, explorer Kent Allard is invited to join 'The Green Hoods,' a hooded secret society whose true purpose is an enigma. Then, airplanes carrying wealthy passengers disappear over the Rockies, setting The Shadow on the trail of the criminal mastermind called 'Silver Skull.' Lamont Cranston and Margo Lane seek to save the city from murderous terrorists in 'Prelude to Terror,' a 1939 radio classic. Plus, 'From Pulp Page to Silver Screen' featuring exclusive interviews with screen Shadow Victor Jory and Shadow stuntman George DeNormand."

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows! The Master of Darkness, agent Clyde Burke and Secret Service agent Vic Marquette investigate deadly plots in two thrilling pulp novels by Walter Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, The Shadow's investigation of 'The Embassy Murders' unearths a sinister plot that threatens world peace. Then, the kidnapping of Clyde Burke leads The Shadow and his agents on a winding murder trail through New Jersey's 'Hills of Death!' Plus: A two-fisted adventure of Police Commissioner James Gordon, a.k.a. The Whisperer! This instant collectors' item features both classic cover paintings by George Rozen, the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Edd Cartier, and historical commentary by popular culture historians Anthony Tollin and Will Murray."

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows! In a never-reprinted 1932 epic, The Shadow seeks to unmask The Five Chameleons, master villains whose uncanny ability to blend with their surroundings rivals his own. Then, the Dark Avenger feels the savage sting of The Wasp in his first confrontation with one of his deadliest foes. This double-novel reprints the classic cover paintings by George Rozen and Graves Gladney and the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Earl Mayan, with historical articles by Will Murray."

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows! The pulp era's greatest crimebuster journeys to Maine on golden quests in two thrilling pulp novels by Walter Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, The Shadow and G-man Vic Marquette hunt enemy agents sabotaging maritime shipping from a mysterious Castle of Crime. Then, a sea captain's dying words lead to serial slayings along the long-buried trail to a Dead Man's Chest and Cuban gold! This instant collector's item reprints the classic color cover paintings by George Rozen and Graves Gladney and the original interior illustrations by Edd Cartier and Paul Orban, with historical commentary by Will Murray. "

"The Shadow's underworld agents Hawkeye and Cliff Marsland take center stage in two thrilling pulp novels. First, what is the strange secret of 'The Green Box' that is worth human life? The Shadow seeks the deadly secret in a masterpiece of misdirection that introduced aides Hawkeye and Tapper. Then, the Master of Darkness and his underworld operatives investigate 'The Getaway Ring,' a racket that helps mobsters evade capture via a modern-day 'underground railway.'"

"The Knight of Darkness combats supercrime in an extra-length volume showcasing tales by each of the pulp wordsmiths who wrote as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, in a violent thriller by Theodore Tinsley, The Shadow investigates the murderous machinations of 'The Prince of Evil,' a sadistic fiend who delights in torture and human misery. Then, The Shadow enters a series of diabolical deathtraps disguised as a 'Messenger of Death' to retrieve a secret formula in a classic mystery by Walter Gibson. Finally, Lamont Cranston tracks down a hidden serial killer in Bruce Elliott's 'Room 1313.'"

"The Master of Darkness follows 'The Triple Trail' that could lead to a million-dollar art treasure, in one of Walter Gibson's all-time greatest masterpieces of misdirection! Then, The Shadow attempts to rescue his loyal agent from the clutches of the 'Murder Genius' in Theodore Tinsley's violent sequel to 'The Prince of Evil.' Plus, a thrilling adventure of Police Commissioner James Gordon, a.k.a. The Whisperer!"

"The Master of Darkness battles murderous master villains in thrilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson and Theodore Tinsley. First, the Master of Darkness journeys to New Orleans to uncover the hidden identity of the international swindler known only as 'Cyro.' Then, The Shadow suspects that 'The Man Who Died Twice' still lives, and is the key to the Prince of Evil's plot to murder Lamont Cranston!"

"The Knight of Darkness wages battles to the death with two of his greatest superfoes! First, The Shadow becomes 'The Devil's Paymaster' to end the sadistic reign of The Prince of Evil in the violent conclusion of Theodore Tinsley's most acclaimed storyline. Then, Lamont Cranston must die to crush a superfiend's evil plots when 'The Wasp Returns' in an action-packed thriller by Walter B. Gibson. Foreword by Michael Uslan, executive producer of the Summer Bat-Blockbuster, The Dark Knight Rises."

"The Master of Darkness investigates baffling mysteries in two classic pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, The Shadow must unravel the baffling mystery of 'The Ribbon Clues' to stop a serial killer and unearth hidden millions! Then, to unmask a diabolical super-crook, The Shadow follows a bizarre trail of murder that leads from San Francisco to Chicago and Manhattan as 'Death Rides the Skyway' in an thrill-packed tale of industrial sabotage and deadly greed."

"The Master of Darkness investigates baffling mysteries in two classic pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, a deadly outbreak of 'Gypsy Vengeance' pitting clan against clan can only be ended by The Shadow's justice! Then, the Knight of Darkness must pierce the mystery behind a silver veil to end the murderous crimewave commanded by 'The Veiled Prophet.' Plus, legendary sleuth Nick Carter investigates murder on the set of a Shadow movie in a classic story from the Golden Age of Comics!"

"The Knight of Darkness crushes crime in the classic pulp novels that inspired Hollywood's first two Shadow feature films! First, the bizarre terms of a dead man's will lead to a series of murders that will condemn an innocent man unless The Shadow can unmask the true killer in Walter Gibson's 'The Ghost of the Manor,' the inspiration for the 1937 film, 'The Shadow Strikes.' Then, the Dark Avenger hunts a sadistic blonde murderess and the masked supervillain known as 'Foxhound' in Theodore Tinsley's violent novel that was filmed in 1938 as 'International Crime.'"

"A hidden 'Death Clue' secreted by Joe Cardona prevents the Master of Darkness from stopping serial murders! Then, guised as Kent Allard and Lamont Cranston, The Shadow travels from Mexico City to New Orleans to defeat an Aztec murder cult devoted to 'Xitli, God of Fire.' Plus, a lost Shadow classic from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"The Knight of Darkness explores deadly enigmas in the Walter Gibson thrillers that introduced Margo Lane into the Shadow pulp mythos. First, The Shadow and Margo Lane (in her pulp debut) confront the deadly lightning of Thor, 'The Thunder King.' Then, The Shadow investigates the strange machinations of the Secret Six whose giant sapphire, 'The Star of Delhi.' is the centerpiece for serial murders. Plus, 'The Witch Drums,' a long-lost thriller from Orson Welles' legendary Shadow broadcasts!"

"The Master of Darkness battles global crime conspiracies in two classic pulp novels! Following the departure of Commissioner Weston, The Shadow attempts to prevent a Wall Street crisis brought on by 'The Garaucan Swindle,' in the pulp classic that introduced Police Commissioner Wainwright Barth. Then, The Shadow must find a way to stop the secret gas that causes 'The Death Sleep' to prevent a criminal plot to crack the United States Mint and the Bank of London."

"The Master of Darkness teams with Scotland Yard's Eric Delka in two thrilling tales of international intrigue. First, The Shadow investigates an international spy ring with the assistance of 'The Man from Scotland Yard' (in his first appearance). Then, The Shadow and Delka's investigation of missing submarine plans sets them on the trail of the legendary Parisian super-criminal, Gaspard Zemba, in Walter Gibson's all-time masterpiece of misdirection!"

"The Master of Darkness explores mansions of murder in two thrilling pulp mysteries by Walter Gibson. First, a mastermind plots five super-crimes, but innocent victims will be murdered if The Shadow intervenes! Then, the Master of Darkness sheds light on the terrible secret of the 'House of Silence' in one of Walter Gibson's most atmospheric mysteries."

"The Dark Avenger confronts organized super-crime in two classic pulp mysteries by Walter B. Gibson. First, a city's financial system is threatened by the murderous machinations of 'Intimidation, Inc.,' until The Shadow beats them at their own game! Then, the Knight of Darkness strives to unmask the 'Wizard of Crime,' the hidden financial genius behind Intimidation, Inc., in a rare shadowy sequel."

"The Knight of Darkness proves that crime does not pay in two pulp classics by Walter B. Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, The Shadow follows a trail of murder to retrieve the priceless rubies known as 'The Seven Drops of Blood.' Then, to prove the innocence of a man accused of an impossible crime, the Dark Avenger must uncover the strange secret behind 'Death from Nowhere.' This instant collector's item features the classic color pulp covers by Graves Gladney and George Rozen, the original interior illustrations by Edd Cartier, and commentary by popular culture historian Will Murray. "

"The Knight of Darkness proves that crime does not pay in two pulp classics that inspired Golden Age Batman stories and artwork! First, in his true identity of Kent Allard, The Shadow investigates how a dying man's bequest of 'The Crystal Buddha' became a legacy of death. Then, the Dark Avenger must invade Vreekill Castle and unmask the enigmatic mastermind called 'The Vindicator' before murder claims another victim!"

"The Knight of Darkness battles diabolical supervillains in classic pulp thrillers! First, the Master of Darkness confronts his greatest superfoe, Shiwan Khan, 'The Golden Master,' in Walter Gibson's landmark novel that inspired the blockbuster 1994 movie. Then, The Shadow battles The Light in 'Death's Bright Finger,' a violent thriller by Theodore Tinsley. Finally, The Shadow and his agents are faced with a 'Reign of Terror' in Bruce Elliott's final (and best) pulp novel."

"THE SHADOW Volume 76: 'Death Ship' and 'The Black Dragon' The Knight of Darkness battles foreign threats to America in two classic pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, with his alter ego compromised, The Shadow rises from the deep Pacific to confront Japanese agents and retrieve the U.S. Navy's prototype Z-boat, a submersible 'Death Ship' that could tip the balance in the future war. Then, at the height of World War II, The Shadow and distaff aide Myra Reldon combat the treacherous plots of 'The Black Dragon' and his sinister secret society. BONUS: 'The Man with The Shadow's Face!' This instant collector's item reprints Graves Gladney's and Modest Stein's first Shadow covers in color plus the original interior illustrations by Edd Cartier and Paul Orban, with commentary by Will Murray."

" THE SHADOW Volume 77: 'Temple of Crime' and 'The Curse of Thoth' - Arcane Halloween Spectacular The Knight of Darkness confronts ancient evil in two occult mysteries by Walter B. Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, the gods of Ancient Egypt walk again when murder strikes within the 'Temple of Crime.' Can The Shadow end the deadly curse before the slaughter becomes too bloody? Then, a violated tomb and 'The Curse of Thoth' pits the Dark Avenger against an ancient Egyptian deity! BONUS: 'Murder in the Crypt,' a classic Walter Gibson script from Radio's Golden Age! This instant collector's item showcases the classic color pulp covers by George Rozen and Golden Age comics artist Charles Coll, the original interior illustrations by Paul Orban and R. F. Schabelitz plus commentary by popular culture historians Anthony Tollin and Will Murray. "

"The Master of Darkness crushes murderous evil in two classic pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. First, The Shadow enters 'The Circle of Death' to uncover the strange secret behind a bizarre series of Time Square killings! Then, the murder of a museum curator by an ancient Mayan stone hammer is only the first of an inexplicable series of robberies. Can The Shadow unmask the hidden mastermind behind 'The Sledge-Hammer Crimes' and end the deadly crime wave?"

"The Master of Darkness investigates bizarre crimes in classic pulp novels by Walter Gibson and Theodore Tinsley. First, The Shadow goes undercover behind the glamour and gaiety of the Big Top to unmask 'Circus Crime.' Then, an off-trail mystery leads The Shadow from Manhattan's Madison Square Garden to a Western dude ranch to save innocent victims from the strangling coils of the 'Noose of Death.' This instant collector's item features the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and Graves Gladney, the classic interior illustrations by legendary illustrator Tom Lovell and commentary by popular culture historian Will Murray."

"The Knight of Darkness confronts his greatest superfoe in the classic pulp novels that inspired the 1994 Shadow film starring Alec Baldwin! In 'Shiwan Khan Returns,' the last descendent of Genghis Khan comes back from the dead for a titanic rematch with The Shadow! Then, the Dark Avenger and the exotic Myra Reldon team up to battle the mesmeric menace of 'The Invincible Shiwan Khan' in another of Walter Gibson's greatest pulp thrillers!"

"The Master of Darkness proves that crime does not pay in two classic pulp novels by Walter Gibson! First, 'Murder Every Hour' follows each time a murderer is caught - until it's finally time for The Shadow to ring in the midnight hour! Then, super-crimes are perpetrated with split-second precision by the minions of 'The Time Master.' Plus, the entire world will endlessly relive the same day's events unless The Shadow can reverse the incredible plot of 'The Man Who Murdered Time' in a bizarre New Year's thriller from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"The Knight of Darkness battles saboteurs and Fifth Columnists in two classic pre-War tales of espionage by Walter B. Gibson and Theodore Tinsley writing as 'Maxwell Grant'! First, The Shadow teams with Myra Reldon and the real Lamont Cranston to defeat Velma Thane and her international 'Spy Ring'! Then, America's future hangs in the balance as Nazi saboteurs of 'The White Column' attempt to cripple our nation's military defenses! BONUS: a Shadow espionage thriller from the Golden Age of Radio, plus a classic adventure of Sheridan Doome, Naval Investigator by Steve Fisher (writing as 'Stephen Gould')! This deluxe pulp reprint showcases the original color pulp covers by Graves Gladney, the classic interior illustrations by Edd Cartier and Earl Mayan, plus historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Master of Darkness journeys from his Manhattan environs to prove that 'crime does not pay' in two thrilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' The Shadow reverts to his true identity of Kent Allard to bring a fugitive financier to justice. 'Spy Ring.' Then, The Shadow teams with the real Lamont Cranston to unmask a criminal mastermind who has organized the Florida underworld into a criminal hurricane! This deluxe pulp reprint showcases the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and Graves Gladney, the classic interior illustrations by Edd Cartier and Earl Mayan and historical commentary by Will Murray and Anthony Tollin. "

"The Dark Avenger proves that 'crime does not pay' in two interconnected pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson! First, the Knight of Darkness journeys to a 'City of Shadows' to investigate the disappearance of a beautiful redhead escapee from a woman's prison, and a mysterious series of 'accidents' manipulated by a hidden mastermind! Then, a plea from a former ally lures Lamont Cranston to a California/Nevada border town where Professor Scorpio foresees 'Death in the Stars' for The Shadow! Plus, 'The Astrological World of Walter B. Gibson.'"

"The Knight of Darkness battles murderous supervillains in two thrilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, The Shadow wages a final battle against his greatest enemy, Shiwan Khan, in 'Masters of Death.' Then, savage drums promise eerie menace when Professor MacAbre attempts to bring 'Voodoo Death' to The Shadow and Margo Lane! Plus, a murderous Shadow uses the power of invisibility for evil and sets a deadly trap for Lamont Cranston in 'The Shadow Challenged.' Which Shadow will have the last laugh?"

"Sanctum Books commemorates the 100th birthday of acclaimed science fiction/fantasy illustrator Edd Cartier in its biggest volume ever, with tales by each of The Shadow's three Maxwell Grants! First, the Knight of Darkness follows an old sea captain's 'Treasure Trail' on a deadly path to uncover the sunken wealth from a Spanish galleon in a thriller by Walter B. Gibson! Then, 'The Crimson Phoenix' entangles The Shadow in a poisonous net of international intrigue in a Theodore Tinsley novel that foreshadowed Japan's surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. Finally, Lamont Cranston investigates a grisly 'Model Murder' in a tale by Bruce Elliott. Plus, a rare Edd Cartier classic from the Golden Age of Comics!"

"The Dark Avenger's skills as an escape artist are showcased in two thrilling 1937 pulp novels by Theodore Tinsley and Walter B. Gibson. First, The Shadow attempts to recover a stolen invention that could change the course of a future world war in 'The Pooltex Tangle,' a thrilling tale of espionage and escape. Then, in his true identity of Kent Allard, the Knight of Darkness attempts to stop the murderous plots of a serial killer in 'Death Turrets,' a masterpiece of misdirection! Plus, Walter Gibson recalls his legendary mentor in 'Memories of Houdini.'"

"The Master of Darkness demonstrates that 'crime does not pay' in two macabre mysteries by Walter B. Gibson. First, a secret treasure map and a strange ebony casket hold the secret to a hidden fortune, but will it be claimed by its rightful heirs or the underworld crimelord known as 'The Creeper'? Then, 'Death's Masquerade' threatens the masked revelers of the Pageant of Progress unless The Shadow can unmask a serial murderer! "

"The Shadow demonstrates that 'crime does not pay' in two macabre mysteries by Walter B. Gibson. First, discovery of the theft of 'Treasures of Death' brings fatal consequences, but The Shadow knows that this is only the prelude to a greater supercrime! Then, the greatest crooks in the world pass through 'The Yellow Door,' until the Man in Black teams with G-Man Vic Marquette to uncover the deadly secrets of the sinister portal! This instant collector's item showcases both classic color pulp covers by George Rozen and the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell with original commentary by popular culture historian Will Murray."

"The hidden secrets of The Shadow's secret sanctums are finally revealed in two action-packed thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. After the law fails, it's up to The Shadow to track down the hidden mastermind behind the Tiger Mob, a man who may not even exist! Then, a ruthless band of night marauders stalks the blacked-out streets of Manhattan, but only The Shadow knows that a hidden plotter is behind the seemingly unrelated murders! This stunning collector's edition leads off with one of George Rozen's most famous covers and showcases the original interior illustrations by Edd Cartier and Paul Orban."

"The Shadow proves that 'crime does not pay' in two rare mysteries by Walter B. Gibson from the first and final years of The Shadow Magazine. First, secrets from the Dark Avenger's wartime activities behind Russian lines are revisited as The Shadow confronts 'The Red Menace' of a masked revolutionary whose political machinations threaten the Free World. Then, 'The Black Circle' is the secret token behind society robberies directed by The Voice in the penultimate Shadow pulp novel!"

"Lamont Cranston takes center stage in two thrilling mysteries by Walter B. Gibson. First, the peace and quiet of a countryside give way to criminal warfare as The Shadow stalks the hidden mastermind of the 'Murder House.' Then, in 'Death in the Crystal,' Margo Lane's visit to the Tibetan fakir Mahatma Xanadu sets The Shadow on the trail of strange crime that leads to a criminal mastermind discovering The Shadow's secret identity as Lamont Cranston. Plus, a classic Shadow adventure from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"The Knight of Darkness returns in two thrill-packed mysteries by Walter B. Gibson. First, the Knight of Darkness and his agents meet the challenge of an evil foursome who have made a deadly compact as 'Brothers of Doom' Then, The Shadow investigates 'The Three Brothers' to discover which is the evil mastermind behind a series of enigmatic murders! This instant collector's item showcases both classic color pulp covers by George Rozen and Graves Gladney and the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Edd Cartier, with original commentary by popular culture historian Will Murray."

"The Knight of Darkness hunts hidden crimelords in two thrilling mysteries by Walter B. Gibson. First, the only clue to the deadly crime wave engulfing Manhattan is a single wireless message typed out in Morse Code: 'Q.' Then, a brilliant mathematician invents a system to chart future crimes. Can The Shadow use the 'Formula for Crime' to solve the mysterious 'X' and unmask a criminal mastermind? Plus, an ultra-rare classic from the Golden Age of Comics!"

"The Dark Avenger known as Ying Ko journeys to San Francisco's and New York's Chinatowns to combat exotic menaces in two pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. First, The Shadow investigates the strange mysteries of a dead man who still lives and 'The Chinese Tapestry' that holds the secret to a fabulous inheritance! Then, The Shadow of Justice falls over Manhattan's Chinese community as the Knight of Darkness attempts to stop a murderous monster from acquiring the occult power of 'The Jade Dragon.' Plus, a rare Golden Age classic from the first issue of Shadow Comics! "

"The Knight of Darkness journeys from Chinatown to the Canadian North Woods and to Manhattan society haunts to combat criminal conspiracies in two pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. The Shadow follows a trail of counterfeit money from the back allies of Chinatown to the uncharted Canadian wilderness in pursuit of Mongol smugglers. Then, serial killings at a posh New York gentlemen's club become even more baffling when the murderers themselves are slaughtered! Plus, a classic adventure from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"The Master of Darkness uncovers hidden evil in the quiet New Jersey town of Northdale in two classic pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. First, the wail of the banshee signals 'Crime at Seven Oaks' until The Shadow unleashes a giant Great Dane named Vulcan to bring a hidden killer to justice! Then, Lamont Cranston returns to Northdale with Margo Lane to investigate the mystery of a bizarre bank robbery and the puzzling distruction of the stolen funds."

"The Knight of Darkness investigates daring jewel robberies in two pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. First, an attempted diamond theft by a Shadowy impersonator leads the Dark Avenger through a winding trail of murder to uncover stolen 'Gems of Doom.' Then, reflections of evil guide The Shadow through a web of international intrigue to retrieve a rajah's fabulous jewels, the priceless 'Tear-drops of Buddha.' Plus, a rare Golden Age adventure of Iron Munro by science fiction great Theodore Sturgeon from Shadow Comics #5!"

"The Dark Avenger becomes immeshed in murderous masquerades in two pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson and Theodore Tinsley. First, from colorful carnival festivities arises a baffling puzzle, leading The Shadow to don a series of disguises to solve 'Mardi Gras Mystery.' Then, the Knight of Darkness journeys to a 'City of Fear' to unmask a master of disguise who can impersonate anyone-even The Shadow himself! Which Shadow will have the last laugh? Plus, Anthony Tollin unmasks 'The Many Faces of The Shadow.'"

"Sanctum Books commemorates its milestone 100th issue with pulp thrillers by all three Maxwell Grants: Walter B. Gibson, Theodore Tinsley and Bruce Elliott! First, The Master of Darkness unmasks the murderous mastermind behind 'The Death Triangle.' Then, 'The Crimson Death' strikes in a dizzy dance of murder that draws even The Shadow into its arms! Finally, a mysterious cult revives an ancient curse through 'The Seven Deadly Arts.'"

"The Master of Darkness crushes crime in two early pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, after one of his key agents is murdered by mobsters, The Shadow journeys to Chicago to avenge the death through 'Gangdom's Doom.' Then, piracy on the high seas lures the Dark Avenger into a deadly confrontation with the murderous mastermind of 'The Golden Grotto.'"

"The Shadow crisscrosses the country battling thieving black marketeers in two wartime thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. First, the enigmatic 'King of the Black Market' endangers the future of our nation at the time of its greatest peril. Then, coast-to-coast car thefts sabotage the war effort until The Shadow shuts down the subversive 'Crime Caravan.' Plus, a lost Shadow classic from the Golden Age of Radio, and a rare illustrated adventure of Iron Munro by Theodore Sturgeon!"

"The Master of Darkness confronts international intrigue in two thrilling espionage novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, The Shadow journeys to Paris and Moscow to undermine a Bolshevik conspiracy to seize 'The Romanoff Jewels' in one of Walter Gibson's most acclaimed novels! Then, the Dark Avenger is summoned to Washington, DC to prevent a hidden spymaster from acquiring the Neutralizer, the ultimate weapon of war. Plus, counterintelligence agent Tim King examines 'Spycraft and The Shadow' !"

"The Knight of Darkness proves that 'crime does not pay' in startling pulp novels by Theodore Tinsley and Walter B. Gibson! First, disguised as both Lamont Cranston and Kent Allard, The Shadow investigates 'Double Death' when a corpse is murdered-a full day after its actual death! Then, the Dark Avenger battles an eight-foot man of steel in 'The Robot Master,' a change-of-pace super-science thriller. Plus, a rare Iron Munro illustrated adventure by science fiction great Theodore Sturgeon and Golden Age of Comics legend Jack Farr!"

"The Shadow's premier agent Harry Vincent takes center stage in two thrilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, the Master Avenger investigates 'Doom on the Hill' after Vincent summons him to track down a serial killer in one the series' greatest murder mysteries. Then, The Shadow follows a winding trail 'Clue for Clue' as he searches for Nazi diamonds, while Harry Vincent finds romance with an enemy agent! This double-novel collector's edition showcases the classic color pulp covers by George Rozen and Graves Gladney plus the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Paul Orban, with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Shadow investigates impossible murders in two magical mysteries by Walter B. Gibson. The Knight of Darkness investigates a bizarre 'Room of Doom' to uncover the truth behind a 'locked room' death. Was it suicide or murder? Then, The Shadow seeks to discover how the new owner of 'The Chest of Chu-Chan' was found entombed inside his new locked acquisition."

"The Master of Darkness proves that 'the weed of crime bears bitter fruit' in chilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson! First, 'The Killer' launches a campaign of serial murder until he makes an appointment with death with The Shadow! Then, priceless treasures are moved to secret strongholds for wartime safekeeping, leading to vicious robbery attempts from two gangs of murderous cutthroats. This collector's classic features the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and Graves Gladney plus interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Paul Orban, with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Shadow confronts Nazi agents in two thrilling wartime thrillers by Walter B. Gibson! The search for Blackbeard's pirate treasure uncovers a foreign conspiracy, and another Shadow emerges from the darkness after Lamont Cranston is kidnapped! Then, in the latter days of World War II, The Shadow uncovers a plot to secure the Nazi's future Fuehrer for a secret plan to take over the world 20 years in the future. Plus, a lost Shadow adventure from Radio's Golden Age!"

"The Shadow battles incredible super-villains in startling pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson and Theodore Tinsley. First, the Knight of Darkness hunts down a mysterious super-foe who appears only as a kaleidoscopic blur and has kidnapped Margo Lane! Then, 'Blue Face' conducts a series of sadistic attacks that net miniscule proceeds, but only The Shadow knows that there is far more to the bizarre crime wave than meets the eye. Plus, a lost Shadow adventure from Radio's Golden Age!"

"Sanctum Books commemorates ten years of classic pulp reprints with two powerhouse thrillers by Walter B. Gibson! First, escaping from counterfeiters, a young woman and her guardian take refuge in 'The House on the Ledge,' without knowing that their only hope for salvation lurks in the shadows! Then,The Shadow seeks to answer the strange riddle of why killers are taking their own lives-along with those of their victims! Plus, Walter Gibson recalls writing 'A Million Words a Year for Ten Years', plus The Shadow's 1940 Golden Age comics debut from the super-rare Shadow Comics #1!"

"The Knight of Darkness again proves that 'crime does not pay' in two thrilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, can The Shadow ferret out the scientific mastermind behind 'The Radium Murders' before falling prey to his deadly doom device? Then, plundered art treasures from war-torn Europe are offered for sale by the mysterious swindler known only as 'The Crystal Skull' until The Shadow strikes with all the force and mystery at his command! Plus, a lost Shadow adventure from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"The Master of Darkness investigates collectible crime in two thrilling pulp novels. First, a supposedly insignificant French silver franc leads to murder and mayhem until The Shadow uncovers the sinister secret behind the 'Death Token.' Then, three foreign postage stamps cost the lives of three men, until Lamont Cranston infiltrates the underground collectors market to discover the mysterious mystery of the murderous buying power of the 'Three Stamps of Death.' Plus, a lost Shadow adventure from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"The Knight of Darkness and his cabby aide crush crime in classic pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson and Theodore Tinsley. First, when old Landis Framingham dies, his multimillion dollar estate becomes a 'Legacy of Death' to his heirs! Then, The Shadow, Margo Lane and Shrevvy investigate a young man who has followed in his father's footsteps, first as a psychoanalyst and then as 'The Devil's Partner.' Plus, a classic Shadow thriller from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"Alone and unaided, The Shadow wages a solo war on crime in two thrilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, the Knight of Darkness investigates a murder ring whose victims die twice, first in real life followed by a 'Death by Proxy.' Then, the police assume a million-dollar crime to be a simple bank robbery, but The Shadow knows there is a hidden secret behind the 'Loot of Death.' This double novel pulp reprint showcases the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and the classic interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Edd Cartier, with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Shadow battles gilted crime in two action-packed pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, the Knight of Darkness hunts the criminal mastermind who stole 'The Keeper's Gold' and framed The Shadow for the crime! Then, 'Forgotten Gold' from a lost Georgia mine mixes with red blood in a tale of vicious greed and murder! This classic pulp reprint showcases the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and the classic interior illustrations by Edd Cartier and Earl Mayan, with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Knight of Darkness enlists a canine sleuth to ferret out hidden crime in one of Walter Gibson's greatest novels and its never-before-reprinted sequel. First, The Shadow's investigation of a bizarre series of murders by remote control leads to the mysterious mastermind hiding within the sinister house of 'Mox.' Then, the Dark Avenger returns to Mox's 'Crime County' after its legendary lawman is wrongly imprisoned! Plus, a lost thriller from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"The Shadow battles murderous arsonists in thrill-packed pulp novels by Theodore Tinsley and Walter B. Gibson. First, the Knight of Darkness hunts a masked mastermind who uses a stolen invention to become the 'Master of Flame.' Then, Lamont Cranston and Margo Lane search for a sinister arsonist who attacks a 'Town of Hate' with deadly lightning from the sky! Finally, The Shadow must unmask the murderous firebug called The Salamander to clear an ex-con and discover the strange secret of 'The Lizard of Fire' in a lost radio adventure by science fiction legend Alfred Bester!"

"The shadowy Ying Ko confronts Tong evil in San Francisco's Chinatown in two exotic pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, The Shadow navigates the perilous mazes of Chinatown to destroy the deadly 'Teeth of the Dragon' in the action-packed thriller that introduced the mysterious Myra Reldon. Then, a young woman's purchase of the 'Jade Dragon' of Tsai Hsun leads to serial murders that lead The Shadow through the deadly streets of Chinatown in search of tong killers."

"The Knight of Darkness crushes Florida-based crime in two thrill-packed pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, The Shadow investigates simian burglaries and battles a Super Gorilla when he invades 'Crime's Stronghold.' Then, only The Shadow knows why jewel robbers ignore diamonds and only purloin other gemstones in the novel that introduces future agent Chance LeBrue!"

"The Master of Darkness searches for deadly relics in thrilling pulp novels by Theodore Tinsley and Walter B. Gibson. First, only The Shadow knows the deadly secret that lurks within the priceless 'Cup of Confucius.' Then, a feathered figure of the Quetzal promises death to all who possess it, until The Shadow proves it's 'No Time for Murder' in a magic-based mystery that reveals the secret behind Houdini's greatest illusion! Plus, 'The Shadow on the Silver Screen' examines the 1946 Monogram films starring Kane Richmond!"

"The Dark Avenger aides Commissioner Weston in landmark pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, can a dead man kill? All the clues suggest that the cunning brain behind serial murders was the first victim! Only The Shadow can unearth the bizarre secret behind 'Hidden Death,' the 1932 novel that introduced Commissioner Weston! Then, the Knight of Darkness is accused of terrible crimes by a radio pundit when 'The Shadow Meets The Mask.' Plus: a classic thriller from the Golden Age of Radio!"

"The Knight of Darkness demonstrates that 'crime does not pay' in classic pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. First, 'The Voice' commands and murder is done - but will The Shadow's taunting triumph laugh finally ring out above all? Then, a Spanish playing card, a baggage claim and a bank check are the enigmatic clues leading The Shadow along the murderous 'Alibi Trail.'"

"The Master of Darkness unmasks phony spiritualists in two legendary pulp novels. First, in one of Walter Gibson's greatest classics, the Dark Avenger investigates 'The Ghost Makers' after a glowing dagger materializes to bring death at a seance. Then, The Shadow teams with real-life ghostbuster Joseph Dunninger to investigate a series of spirit murders in a 'House of Ghosts.' This classic Halloween collection showcases the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and Modest Stein and interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Paul Orban, while Will Murray explores the Gibson-Houdini-Lovecraft connection and Anthony Tollin recalls The Shadow Big Little Books."

"The Dark Avenger hunts down members of a hidden criminal order in two superb 1932 pulp thrillers by Walter. B. Gibson. First, the Dark Avenger's investigation of the murderous Dr. Palermo leads him invade 'The Death Tower' and discover the existence of a hooded secret society, in the early novel that introduced reporter Clyde Burke and The Shadow's autogyro. Then, when a wealthy businessman is killed, The Shadow must infiltrate and unmask 'The Silent Seven' to solve the murder! This classic pulp collection features the original color pulp covers by George Rozen and interior illustrations by Tom Lovell with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"Exotic fragrances conceal criminal plots in two unusual pulp thrillers by Walter. B. Gibson. First, only The Shadow knows that beautiful aromatic golden roses mask 'The Scent of Death.' Then, the Knight of Darkness confronts an Asian princess and a murderous pirate in San Francisco's Chinatown when 'The Chinese Primrose' leads to the bizarre disappearance of a priceless necklace from the Manchu Dynasty! Finally, Carrie Cashin is hired to locate a 'White Elephant' in her first adventure by Theodore Tinsley. This classic pulp collection features the original color pulp covers by Graves Gladney and interior illustrations by Earl Mayan with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Master of Darkness battles fantastic science fiction threats in two outstanding pulp novels by Walter. B. Gibson. First, as he tracks the scientific mastermind behind a deadly plague, The Shadow becomes the target of 'The Silent Death.' Then, the Dark Avenger follows a trail of brutal killings as he closes in on the sinister sanctum of 'Charg, Monster' in a thrill-a-minute pulp classic!"

"The Dark Avenger proves that crime does not pay in classic pulp novels by Walter. B. Gibson and Bruce Elliott. First, a huge investment in a South American country attracts international criminals and corrupt politicians, leading the Dark Avenger to hunt for the 'Shadowed Millions.' Then, gang violence and gambling madness corrupt a city until The Shadow demonstrates to vicious mobsters that there is 'No Safety in Numbers.' Plus, 'The Chateau of Shadows,' a Golden Age of Comics classic by Walter Gibson and Bob Powell."

"The Dark Avenger teams with an ally from his own wartime secret origins in thrilling pulp novels by Walter. B. Gibson. First, as rackets take over New York, The Shadow recruits wrongly convicted ex-con Cliff Marsland to put 'Mobsmen on the Spot.' Then, the Master of Darkness and Marsland follow a 'Murder Trail' of stolen millions to unmask a hidden mastermind! "

"The Master of Darkness crushes crime in classic pulp thrillers by Walter. B. Gibson. First, guided by a hidden mastermind, 'Hands in the Dark' deliver sudden death, and the only clue is a blood-red message left by a dead man! Then, as scientists seek an exotic plant and crooks hunt ill-gotten wealth, The Shadow stalks death itself in the haunted 'Murder Marsh.' This instant collectors item showcases both original color pulp covers by George Rozen plus the classic interior illustrations by Tom Lovell with historical commentary by popular culture historian Will Murray."

"The Dark Avenger searches for Revolutionary War treasures in two never-reprinted pulp thrillers by Walter. B. Gibson. First, The Shadow confronts a ghost when a deadly inheritance dating back to the American Revolution sets cousins against each other in their pursuit of 'Vanished Treasure.' Then, the Master of Darkness follows a dead man's map on a deadly treasure hunt that leads to the 'Isle of Gold.' This instant collector's item showcases the classic color pulp covers by George Rozen and Graves Gladney plus Edd Cartier's original interior illustrations, with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"Lamont Cranston investigates crime in classic pulp thrillers by Walter. B. Gibson and Bruce Elliott. First, one by one, prominent citizens fall victim to 'Fingers of Death' and only The Shadow can uncover the murderous mastermind behind the serial killings! Then, mysterious writing on a wall, a toy boat and a kite set Lamont Cranston on the trail of the Hollywood extortionist behind 'The Blackest Mail.' Plus, a lost Shadow radio adventure by Walter Gibson!"

"The Knight of Darkness proves that 'crime does not pay' in classic pulp thrillers by Theodore Tinsley and Walter B. Gibson! First, only The Shadow knows that stolen Nazi art treasures are being peddled in America by a murderous 'Syndicate of Sin.' Then, death comes hurtling onto the stage of 'Merry Mrs. MacBeth,' a new Broadway musical. Plus, a Golden Age of Comics Nick Carter adventure illustrated by Bob Powell!"

"The Master of Darkness proves that 'crime does not pay' in chilling pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson. First, a deadly Oriental poison is employed to dominate the world gold market! Will Lamont Cranston fall victim to 'The Creeping Death'? Then, a seance, a vanishing blonde and a nymphlike creature lure The Shadow along a trail to hidden treasure! Can The Shadow pierce the occult shroud in one of his most baffling cases?"

"The Master of Darkness teams with G-Man Vic Marquette in two never-reprinted pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, an enigmatic message from a dying man leads The Shadow to uncover the strange secret behind 'The Ghost Murders.' Then, the Master of Darkness attempts to prevent 'Ships of Doom' from being destroyed by a hostile foreign power! This collectors special showcases the classic color covers by Graves Gladney and George Rozen and also features the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Edd Cartier and historical commentary by Will Murray."

"Lamont Cranston takes center stage in three classic pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson and Bruce Elliott. First, the generous donations of an unknown philanthropist attract the sinister attention of 'The Wealth Seeker' and his criminal minions! Then, a 'Guardian of Death' protects a crypt's incredible secret until it's unearthed by The Shadow! Finally, Lamont Cranston goes undercover in a big city hospital to clear a physician falsely accused of committing 'Murders in White.' "

"The Shadow combats Chinatown crime in two of Walter B. Gibson's greatest action thrillers! First, the Master of Darkness journeys to San Francisco's Chinatown to combat the expanding power of 'Green Eyes' and his Wu-Fan secret society! Then, a police informant's corpse is deposited in The Shadow's secret sanctum as a deadly warning from the criminal mastermind known only as 'Gray Fist.'"

"The Knight of Darkness journeys from Connecticut to Chicago's slums and the Alabama bayous in never-reprinted pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson and Theodore Tinsley. First, an innocent man is accused of serial slayings perpetrated in an old colonial 'Murder Mansion,' and only The Shadow can unmask the real murderer-but which Shadow? Then, the Dark Avenger braves a series of bizarre deathtraps as he investigates the strange disappearances of 'Young Men of Death.' "

"The Master of Darkness crushes crime in Seaview City in two thrilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, while community leaders speed the growth of a great city, 'Kings of Crime' plot to fleece it out of millions Then, following a cryptic clue left by a dead man, The Shadow pursues a trail of astrological slayings when 'The Stars Promise Death.' Plus: Nick Carter solves 'The Case of the Mermaid's Murder!' in a Golden Age of Comics classic by Bob Powell. "

"The Dark Avenger crushes crime in two pulp thrillers by 'Maxwell Grant' and a lost Shadow radio adventure by Walter B. Gibson, with a Postscript by legendary artist Jim Steranko! First, a master crook known only as 'Double Z' terrorizes New York with serial slayings that are publicized in advance! Then, The Shadow investigates violent 'Death on Ice' at a mountain resort, as the Fool Killer stalks helpless victims! Bonus: 'Death Paints a Picture' in a long-lost Shadow radio script. "

"The Knight of Darkness proves that crime does not pay in three classic pulp thrillers by Maxwell Grant. First, The Shadow investigates the mystery of 'Five Ivory Boxes' as a murderer returns to exact vengeance on a man already dead! Then, four pieces of an ancient pirate coin lead to incredible riches-and deadly danger! Finally, Lamont Cranston seeks the solution to a seemingly perfect murder in 'Ten Glass Eyes.' This instant collector's item showcases the original color covers by George Rozen, Modest Stein and Walter Swenson and the interior pulp illustrations by Paul Orban and Edd Cartier, with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Dark Avenger returns in two tales of Crime and Punishment by Walter B. Gibson writing as Maxwell Grant. First, the law is powerless to uncover the true identity of a frozen-faced fiend until 'The Shadow Meets The Mask.' Then, a panoramic shadow of doom casts a 'Toll of Death' upon Lamont Cranston! This collector's classic showcases both original color covers by Graves Gladney and Modest Stein and the interior illustrations by Paul Orban, with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Knight of Darkness resumes his true identity of Kent Allard to crush hidden plots in classic pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson (writing as Maxwell Grant)! First, a plague of sleeping sickness hits New York, and only The Shadow can uncover the secret of the death gas and revive 'The Dead Who Lived!' Then, 'Crime Over Casco' leads Kent Allard to uncover a Neo-Nazi conspiracy in the quiet Maine coastal islands of Casco Bay! BONUS: An exciting mystery starring Police Commissioner James Gordon, a.k.a. 'The Whisperer!' This instant collector's item showcases both original color covers by George Rozen and Modest Stein and the interior illustrations by Edd Cartier and Paul Orban, with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Master of Darkness investigates mysteries from the mystic East in exotic pulp thrillers by Walter B. Gibson writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, grotesque murder marks left on the foreheads of victims set The Shadow on the trail of Charn and his deadly 'Crime Cult!' Then, hidden messages from an abducted newspaper columnist lead the shadowy Ying Ko to modern-day pirates and 'The Taiwan Joss' This collector's special showcases the classic color covers by George Rozen and Modest Stein, as well as the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Paul Orban, along with historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Dark Avenger proves that 'crime does not pay' in bone-chilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, 'The Crime Oracle,' a gruesome, disembodied head, dictates instructions for perfect crimes in a bizarre pulp thriller! Then, monstrous murders occur under a blood-red moon, and Lamont Cranston and Margo Lane must visit a strange sanitarium to uncover the deadly secrets lurking behind 'Murder by Moonlight.' This instant collectors item leads of with one of George Rozen's most lurid paintings and also showcases the original interior illustrations by Tom Lovell and Paul Orban and historical commentary by Will Murray."

"The Knight of Darkness proves that 'crime does not pay' in thrilling pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, the bizarre killing sets a young man on a 'Trail of Vengeance,' but only The Shadow can unmask the true murderer! Then, a crime code based on Mother Goose nursery rhymes produces gun play instead of child's play. Can The Shadow unravel a web of crime to bring a halt to terror? Plus, 'The Nursery Rhyme Murders,' a classic Shadow radio mystery by Alfred Bester!"

"The Master Avenger crushes crime in classic pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson. First, A Mississippi River 'Isle of Doubt' conceals crooks and their ill-gotten wealth, until The Shadow's justice proves to be as inevitable as the flow of the mighty river itself! Then, the specter of death rises over a thriving community, transforming it into a 'Murder Town.' Finally, the restorative waters of Sapphire Springs are claimed to have fabulous curative properties, but could conceal an evil 'Fountain of Death.'"

"The Knight of Darkness investigates magic-based crimes in four thrilling pulp tales by Walter B. Gibson and Bruce Elliott. First, The Shadow infiltrates the world of illusion and legerdemain when professional magician's props are utilized to commit 'Murder by Magic.' And a nightclub mind reader sees and tells all, but Kent Allard suspects the mentalist's visions are being used to commit 'Crime Out of Mind'? Then The Shadow follows a traveling carnival's trail of death to uncover the bizarre secret behind 'The Freak Show Murders.' Finally, is a stage hypnotist responsible when a subject commits suicide before a theater full of witnesses? Only The Shadow knows!"

"The Women of The Shadow are showcased in classic pulp novels by Walter B. Gibson and Theodore Tinsley writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, the pall of death falls over a 'Mansion of Crime.' Can the Master of Darkness penetrate the cloak of evil to save innocent lives? Next, a ten-million-dollar crime is brewing along the Atlantic Coast, and only The Shadow can prevent the theft of priceless 'Gems of Jeopardy.' Then, The Shadow seeks to unravel the sinister secret of 'Twins of Crime.' Finally, Lamont Cranston and Margo Lane's investigation of a five-year-old murder places them in the middle of 'The Devil's Feud.' This extra-length collectors special leads off with an action-packed cover by George Rozen (reproduced directly from the original painting) and also features classic pulp art by Graves Gladney and Paul Orban, with commentary by pulp historian Will Murray."

"FOUR-NOVEL FINAL ISSUE SPECTACULAR! The Knight of Darkness proves that crime does not pay in thrilling pulp tales by Walter B. Gibson, Theodore Tinsley and Bruce Elliott writing as 'Maxwell Grant.' First, murder suspects all have iron-clad defenses, leading The Shadow to investigate an 'Alibi Trail.' Then 'The Golden Doom' menaces a great hospital and threatens the life of The Shadow himself! Next, a victim is killed during a live video drama, and only Lamont Cranston can unmask the perpetrator of 'The Television Murders.' Finally, 'The Whispering Eyes' are all victims recall of a sinister master of hypnotism in Walter Gibson's final Shadow pulp novel! This instant collectors item showcases the original cover art by George Rozen and Modest Stein and interior illustrations by Paul Orban and Edd Cartier, with historical commentary by Will Murray and Anthony Tollin."