Mister Miracle #1

Mister Miracle #1 was published by DC Comics in 1971, marking the debut of the titular character created by Jack Kirby. Following his departure from Marvel Comics, Kirby launched the ambitious 'Fourth World' saga, an interconnected mythology spanning multiple titles. This series introduced Scott Free, a master escape artist who escaped the hellish planet Apokolips, as a central figure in the conflict between the New Gods of New Genesis and the forces of Darkseid.

The design and tone of the book reflected Kirby's signature dynamism and expansive imagination. By blending superhero tropes with themes of freedom and cosmic warfare, Kirby moved away from traditional costumed heroics toward a more experimental, high-concept narrative style. While contemporary reception was sometimes puzzled by the density of the Fourth World lore, the series has since been recognized as a definitive work of the Bronze Age of comic books, celebrated for its unique visual language and complex thematic depth.