This is exactly what the title describes: comics that are all about atomic (nuclear) power. In his editorial on the inside front cover, editor Leonard Rifas admits that he is not presenting a balanced discussion about nuclear power. Not surprisingly, Rifas then goes on to make some solid arguments about the disadvantages of nuclear power. All-Atomic Comics sold well, with nearly 50,000 comics printed in at least five printings over three years.

Nuclear power is a huge topic, too huge to address here. While the technology of nuclear power has evolved over the past 35+ years (micro-nuclear plants are the rage now), the issue of dealing with nuclear waste remains a sticky point of debate. Rifas is a skilled narrator and voracious researcher, but his sense of humor is a little dry for the audience most likely to lend him their ear. Whether you are for or against nuclear power, this is a comic worth reading.



HISTORICAL FOOTNOTES:
There were five printings of All-Atomic Comics. The 1st printing (10,000 copies) has a 75-cent cover price, and is easily distinguished from subsequent printings by the original cover art. The 2nd and 3rd printings (10,000 copies each) both have a $1.00 cover price, but the print edition is stated on the inside front cover. The 4th printing (10,000 copies) and 5th printing (7,500 copies) both have a $1.25 cover price, but the print edition is stated on the inside front cover.