Uncle Scrooge #348, Vol. 348 Book

The only TZ story to feature a Black cast, this one has such a deep commentary on childhood, wishes, and even the civil rights era, it's no wonder it is in the pantheon of greats. The idea of a little boy losing his faith in the magic of childhood due to the exposure to pain in his young life is so meaningful and well-done. I love the quote "Maybe there is magic. Maybe there are wishes, too. There's just not enough people around to believe. Everybody's got too many scars." The time period shift on this one didnt bother me, as neither boxing nor the societal situation for Black people has changed much, the latter unfortunately. This was very good.