Tales to Astonish #65

Tales to Astonish #65 was published by Marvel Comics in March 1965, during a period defined by the expansion of the Marvel Universe. The issue features dual narratives: a Giant-Man and the Wasp story scripted by Stan Lee and illustrated by Bob Powell, and a Hulk feature written by Lee with art by Steve Ditko. This era of the series served as a primary platform for establishing these characters within the interconnected framework that Lee, Ditko, and Jack Kirby were rapidly building at the time.

The cover art for this issue was provided by Steve Ditko, reflecting his distinctive, moody aesthetic that became synonymous with the early Marvel style. By 1965, Marvel had shifted from anthology monster stories to a more character-driven format, and this issue is representative of the transition toward long-form superhero storytelling. The work was received as a standard installment of Marvel's mid-sixties output, contributing to the consistent growth of the publisher’s dedicated readership base during the Silver Age.