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“Lord of the Rings, I think, is far and away the most brilliantly done stuff.”

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Len Wein is an American comic book writer, born on June 12, 1948. He is known for his contributions to the comic book industry, particularly for his collaborations with artists like John Romita Sr. and Jack Kirby. Wein worked for both Marvel and DC Comics, contributing to many classic comic books. more

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