Sixty years ago today. Probably the most important date in the history of Marvel.
Dr. Henry Pym decided to use his shrinking formula once more and assume the identity of Ant-Man.
Dr. Donald Blake found a cane in a cave of Norway, which transformed into a magic hammer bearing the inscription: “Whosoever holds this hammer, if he be worthy, shall possess the power of… Thor!”
High school student Peter Parker was bitten by a radioactive spider and gained the powers of a Spider-Man. He sought to use these powers for selfish ends and sneered at an opportunity to help others. A karmic twist led to personal tragedy and taught him: “…in this world, with great power there must also come– great responsibility!”
Spider-Man is my single favorite fictional character ever. Happy 60th birthday, Peter.
With all respect to Thor and Ant-Man, I propose that June 5 is Spider-Man Day!
In fact, I met two Spider-Men at Glasgow Comic Con just yesterday.
