Ghost Rider #73 1982

In Ghost Rider #73, titled 'Tears of a Clown,' Johnny Blaze is held captive by the nefarious Circus of Crime. The Clown, desperate for funds to treat his ailing father, keeps Johnny imprisoned. The Spirit of Vengeance, however, eventually breaks free from Johnny's subconscious. Ghost Rider then unleashes his fury upon the Circus members, confronting the Fire-Eater and delivering his signature torment to the Clown by forcing him to relive his past. This issue continues a classic Ghost Rider storyline against recurring foes, making it a solid entry for collectors of the series.