The EC Archives: The Vault of Horror Volume 2

by Bill Gaines, Al Feldstein, Johnny Craig (Illustrator)

The terrifying opening of the Vault of Horror, presented as a deluxe-size trade paperback!


Witness the opening of the Vault ! This terrifying tome contains issues #18–#23 of the classic horror series, and features gorgeous new digital colors—using Marie Severin’s original palette as a guide! Including unforgettable stories drawn by all-star comic artists Johnny Craig, Jack Davis, Jack Kamen, Graham Ingels, and Howard Larsen!

Featuring a foreword by cinema shock-master John Landis!

Collects Vault of Horror issues #18–#23.

Genres: Horror, Comics, Graphic Novels, Fiction

216 pages, Paperback

Published June 14, 2022

Reviews

[Byron Clements · Rating 4 out of 5]

More classic horror tales from EC Comics.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

As always the stories are interesting and products of the times that they were written. Some of course are better than others and hold the attention while some just want to hurry up and end. Don't look or expect to find any real horror, these were tame even if they were seen as anything but when they were first introduced. Even though I wasn't born when these first hit the stands I can enjoy them because they inspired some of the comics that came along as I was growing up, which you cannot find now.

[Joaquin del Villar · Rating 3 out of 5]

Segunda entrega de The Vault of Horror aquí destacaría la historia "Staired in horror" de Graham Ingles al dibujo, es la historia de dos viudos que se conocen en el cementerio visitando las tumbas de sus respectivos, tiene una excelente viñeta de la protagonista contando que ha matado a su marido para cobrar el seguro que es bastante notable. Interesante también es el relato "Trapped!" sobre el clásico vagabundo que viaja en el tren que encuentra un bosque encantado. "Grandma's Ghost!!" es el fantasma de su abuela la que salva en distintas ocasiones a la pequeña Peggy. En general el dibujo de estas historias bien, el guion lo esperado

[Albert Jr. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoy this book for what it is—a mindless, easy read that still manages to carry meaningful moral lessons.

Each story works as a cautionary tale, and there’s something refreshing about that. Sometimes we need a break from the weight of the real world, and this kind of storytelling lets you step away without asking too much of you.

What I especially appreciate is the sense of justice that runs through these stories. The bad guy almost always gets what’s coming to them. It’s simple, maybe even predictable—but it taps into something deeper. It gives you that small, satisfying hope that, in the end, justice does prevail.

It’s not trying to be profound—but it ends up saying something anyway.

[Jason Medina · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love reading these classic EC stories. I started my love of comic books through horror comics, so they will always be a favorite for me. There were a few good stories in this book and decent art for the time. I will have to get another volume to read.

[Joe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love, love, LOVE pre-code horror comics! This felt like Twilight Zone/Night Gallery goodness along with top self artwork. The reader sees the ending coming from a mile away but it's the journey that's fun! A high, high recommend!

[Canavan · Rating 4 out of 5]

✭✭✭½

[Cameron Rhoads · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed reading and poring over these horror comics from 1951 to 1952.