Astonishing Tales #18 (June 1973), graded CGC 9.0 (Very Fine/Near Mint) with Off-White to White pages, published by Marvel Comics.

This issue features Ka-Zar, Lord of the Hidden Jungle, in a dynamic Bronze Age adventure that blends jungle action with urban monster chaos. The cover proclaims: “A Monster Stalks These Streets!” — a classic early-1970s Marvel action setup.

Creative Team:

• Story by Mike Friedrich

• Art by Dan Adkins and Frank Chiaramonte

• Cover by John Romita Sr.

Key Highlights:

• 🐅 Ka-Zar feature story

• 🐾 Appearances by Gog

• 🦁 Zabu action cover

• 🏙️ Jungle hero in urban setting theme

• 💎 CGC 9.0 – strong Bronze Age collector grade

• 📄 Off-White to White pages

Astonishing Tales ran from 1970–1976 and remains a cult-favorite Marvel anthology title, particularly among Ka-Zar and Bronze Age adventure collectors.

Why This Book Matters

• Early 1970s Marvel Bronze Age

• Strong John Romita Sr. cover appeal

• Ka-Zar & Zabu character collectors’ interest

• Affordable high-grade Bronze Age entry

• Increasing attention on non-traditional Marvel heroes

While not a major first-appearance key, high-grade Bronze Age Marvel books under issue #200 continue to benefit from steady collector demand.

Ideal for:

• Bronze Age Marvel collectors

• Ka-Zar character specialists

• Jungle/adventure genre collectors

• CGC registry participants