The House on the Ledge

Tenth Anniversary issue. Seems as though the previous issue should have been the 10th as this has a cover date of April 15 rather than April 1. Lots going on here with three figures crowding the frame, The Shadow cracking the goons hand with one of his .45s and a knife flying out of his hand. The Master is controlling the other thugs gun with his left hand. This almost seems like The Shadow is acting as a referee rather than a denizen of the night. I will point out, however, that Graves Gladney liked to keep our hero gloved, more in keeping with the written word. This is typical pulp magazine cover action. I would have thought the such a momentous occasion have warranted a painting that was a bit more iconic. For a review, go here.