Bob Morane et l'oiseau de feu #1
Editions Marabout • Les Aventures de Bob Morane (Collection Marabout Junior)
Writer
Henri Vernes
Interior Artist
Dino Attanasio
Cover Artist
Dino Attanasio
Publication Date
1960
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The first comic book adaptation of Henri Vernes' famous pulp hero. In this adventure, Bob Morane investigates a mysterious 'Firebird' (a rocket) in the New Guinea jungle, encountering local tribes and dangerous adversaries in a classic post-WWII adventure style.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Significant surface wear and paper loss/scuffing on the right side of the cover near the rocket trail. Corner blunting and fraying on all edges. Spine wear with visible cracking. Soiling and potential water damage visible on the lower-right margin. General yellowing of the cover stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30.00 - $60.00 USD. Graded: N/A (low demand for grading international French albums in this condition).
Recent Sales
Comparable copies of early Marabout Bob Morane albums in 'Good' condition typically sell for 25 to 50 Euros on European markets like eBay.fr or Delcampe.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading would likely exceed the value of the book, and the current condition (surface loss) significantly limits financial upside.
Notable Features
First comic book appearance of Bob Morane. Originally published as a novel, this is the very first volume of the 'Marabout Junior' comic series. Features the classic 'Marabout' logo in the top left corner.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1960 Marabout edition. The paper stock shows age-appropriate oxidation and the printing registration matches known early French-Belgian pulp-style productions of the era.