Astonishing #48 (April 1956) was published by Atlas Comics, the precursor to Marvel Comics, during the final years of the pre-Marvel monster and suspense era. Atlas horror and suspense titles from the mid-1950s are highly collectible due to their atmospheric storytelling and contributions from legendary artists including Bill Everett, Jay Scott Pike, Bob Powell, and John Forte.

The issue features suspense and horror stories typical of the Atlas era, blending mystery, supernatural themes, and twist endings that later influenced Marvel’s monster comics of the early 1960s.

Atlas-era books are especially popular among collectors seeking pre-Marvel horror comics, making graded examples increasingly desirable.

This copy is professionally graded CGC 4.5 (Very Good+) with Light Tan to Off-White Pages, presenting solid eye appeal for a mid-grade example from the 1950s Atlas horror run.