Many Ghosts of Dr. Graves #35

The Many Ghosts of Dr. Graves was a staple of Charlton Comics' horror anthology line, first appearing in 1967. Issue #35, published in the mid-1970s, arrived during a period when the publisher leaned heavily into supernatural tales hosted by the titular character, a spectral occult investigator. These stories followed the industry-wide shift toward gothic suspense and psychological horror that defined the bronze age of comic books.

The series was famously edited and largely written by Joe Gill, whose prolific output provided the backbone for Charlton's low-budget, high-volume production model. The art style in this issue reflects the house aesthetic of the era, prioritizing atmospheric paneling and classic EC Comics-inspired suspense tropes. While the series was often overshadowed by the more polished output of DC and Marvel, it remains a notable example of independent horror storytelling that embraced a distinctively eerie and kitsch sensibility.