House of Secrets 1956-1978: The Dark and Enigmatic Comic Book Series by DC Comics

House of Secrets is a horror comics anthology series published by DC Comics from 1956 to 1978. The series featured stories about the supernatural, the macabre, and the unexplained. It was one of the most popular horror comics titles of its time, and its influence can still be seen in horror comics today.

House of Secrets (1956-1978) #117

by Helen Hein

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	75797 KB
Print length	:	21 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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History

House of Secrets was created by editor Julius Schwartz and artist Joe Kubert. The first issue was published in October 1956, and the series ran for 258 issues until its cancellation in 1978. The series was initially published bi-monthly, but it was switched to a monthly schedule in 1958. House of Secrets was one of the first horror comics titles to be published by DC Comics, and it quickly became one of the most popular titles in the genre.

Format

House of Secrets was an anthology series, which means that each issue featured a number of different stories. The stories were typically short, ranging from 5 to 10 pages in length. The stories were often written by top writers in the horror genre, such as Jack Oleck, Robert Kanigher, and Gardner Fox. The artists who worked on House of Secrets included some of the most talented artists in the comic book industry, such as Neal Adams, Bernie Wrightson, and Jim Aparo.

Characters

House of Secrets did not have any regular characters, but a number of characters appeared in multiple stories. These characters included:

• The Phantom Stranger
• The Witching Hour
• The House of Mystery
• The Creeper
• The Sandman

Themes

The stories in House of Secrets often explored the themes of fear, guilt, and madness. The series also featured a number of stories that dealt with social issues, such as racism and poverty. House of Secrets was a dark and suspenseful series, but it also had a sense of humor. The series often featured stories that were both horrifying and funny.

Influence

House of Secrets was one of the most popular horror comics titles of its time, and its influence can still be seen in horror comics today. The series helped to popularize the horror genre in comics, and it paved the way for other horror comics titles, such as Tales from the Crypt and The Vault of Horror. House of Secrets also inspired a number of television shows and movies, such as The Twilight Zone and Night Gallery.

Legacy

House of Secrets is a classic horror comics series that still enjoys a large following today. The series has been reprinted numerous times, and it has been translated into a number of languages. House of Secrets is a must-read for fans of horror comics, and it is a valuable addition to any comic book collection.

House of Secrets (1956-1978) #117

by Helen Hein

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	75797 KB
Print length	:	21 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE