Marvel Two-in-One #23

Marvel Two-in-One #23 was published in January 1977 as part of a long-running team-up series featuring The Thing. The issue was written by Bill Mantlo with interior art by Sal Buscema, a prolific pairing during Marvel’s Bronze Age. The story continues the title's tradition of pairing Ben Grimm with other heroes, in this instance featuring the return of the Man-Thing, set within the gritty, atmospheric context of the Florida Everglades that defined the character's solo mythos.

The design and tone of the issue reflect the creative transition occurring at Marvel Comics in the late 1970s, where horror-adjacent characters like the Man-Thing were being integrated into the broader superhero landscape. Sal Buscema’s dynamic, consistent, and highly readable artistic style was instrumental in grounding the fantastical elements of the story. The series as a whole was well-received by readers for its ability to maintain a sense of adventure while exploring the personal struggles of The Thing, serving as a reliable staple for fans of Marvel's expanding character roster.