"Haunted Horror Volume 1: Banned Comics from the 1950s" is a hardcover collection published by IDW Publishing in November 2013. This volume compiles a selection of pre-Code horror comic stories from the 1950s, originally deemed too shocking for the era. The anthology features tales of terror, supernatural occurrences, and macabre events, showcasing the distinctive art and storytelling of that period.
The collection includes stories from various vintage horror comics, such as "Weird Terror," "This Magazine Is Haunted," "Baffling Mysteries," "Black Magic," and "Web of Evil." Notable stories in this volume include:
"The Constant Eye": A tale from "This Magazine Is Haunted" #4 (April 1952), featuring Doctor Death as the host.
"Black Magic in a Slinky Gown": Originally published in "Baffling Mysteries" #6 (January 1952), this story involves a woman who transforms into a giant black widow spider to exact revenge on those who harm spiders.
"Slaughter-House!": A story from "Black Magic" #v5#1 (July-August 1954), crafted by the renowned duo Joe Simon and Jack Kirby.
"The Vengeful Curse": Featured in "Web of Evil" #5 (July 1953), this narrative is attributed to Jack Cole.
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The volume also includes a special introduction by Jerry Only of the Misfits, adding a modern perspective to these classic tales.
This anthology serves as a curated glimpse into the horror comics of the 1950s, offering readers a chance to experience stories that were once considered too controversial for publication.