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Astro City comic books issue 1

  • Issue #1A
    Astro City (2013 3rd Series) 1A

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. ASTRO CITY is back in a new, ongoing monthly series that showcases old heroes and new, as The Ambassador comes to Earth, and an ordinary man is caught up in a cosmic conflict! Featuring the return of favorites like Samaritan and Honor Guard, and the debut of some new sensations! Plus, the seeds of a new mystery: Who is the Broken Man? The entire award-winning creative team is back to kick off a new epoch of the human and the super human. Get in on the ground floor of Astro City's next epic! 40 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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  • Issue #1B
    Astro City (2013 3rd Series) 1B

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. ASTRO CITY is back in a new, ongoing monthly series that showcases old heroes and new, as The Ambassador comes to Earth, and an ordinary man is caught up in a cosmic conflict! Featuring the return of favorites like Samaritan and Honor Guard, and the debut of some new sensations! Plus, the seeds of a new mystery: Who is the Broken Man? The entire award-winning creative team is back to kick off a new epoch of the human and the super human. Get in on the ground floor of Astro City's next epic! 40 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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  • Issue #1A
    Astro City (1996 2nd Series) 1A

    Ben Pullam and his daughters hadn't been in Astro City one full day before Thunderhead arrived and everything hit the fan in "Welcome to Astro City." Appearances by Samaritan, Jack-in-the-Box, Quarrel, Crackerjack, the Hanged Man, the Gentleman, Nightingale, Sunbird, Cleopatra, Helia. Script by Kurt Busiek, pencils by Brent Anderson, inks by Will Blyberg. Cover by Alex Ross. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #1A.SIGNED
    Astro City (1996 2nd Series) 1A.SIGNED

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    Limited series of 1500 signed by Kurt Busiek. Includes Wildstorm Emporium issued Certificate of Authenticity. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #1B
    Astro City (1996 2nd Series) 1B

    Variant cover. Ben Pullam and his daughters hadn't been in Astro City one full day before Thunderhead arrived and everything hit the fan in "Welcome to Astro City." Appearances by Samaritan, Jack-in-the-Box, Quarrel, Crackerjack, the Hanged Man, the Gentleman, Nightingale, Sunbird, Cleopatra, Helia. Script by Kurt Busiek, pencils by Brent Anderson, inks by Will Blyberg. Cover by Alex Ross. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #1REP
    Astro City (1996 2nd Series) 1REP

    2nd Printing Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City (1995 1st Series) 1
    • Paper: White
    • Label #3994985007
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.
    • Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Graded by MCS, not consignor.

    There's very little rest in a day for Samaritan, who must juggle a secret identity, a day job and his duties as a hero in "In Dreams." Appearances by Quarrel, Cleopatra, Black Rapier, N-Forcer, M.P.H., Beautie, Living Nightmare. Script by Kurt Busiek, art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Centerspread of Ross' cover art. Back cover features Samaritan 'character gallery' by Ross. Cover price $2.25.

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    $75 Astro City #1 Image CGC 9.6 1st Appearance of Honor Guard & Samaritan
    $89 ASTRO CITY#1 NM 1996 ALEX ROSS COVER HOMAGE COMICS

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  • Issue #1-1ST
    Astro City MetroBook TPB (2022 Image) 1-1ST


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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Astro City (1995 1st Series) #1-6, Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #1-12, and Astro City (1996) 1/2.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson, Will Blyberg, and Gary Martin. Cover by Alex Ross.

    A hero dreams of flight. An alien spy prepares for invasion. A young man is mentored by a hero with dark secrets. A street criminal discovers a hero's identity. And much, much more. Step into a world of heroes and see them from a whole different perspective.

    These are the multiple-award-winning stories that began the epic series and changed how we think about superheroes.

    Softcover, 496 pages, full color.

    Cover price $29.99.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City The Dark Age Book 4 (2010) 1

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Royal Williams and his brother Charles are hot on the heels of their parents' killer, but their mission is igniting a fire that may incinerate more than they could ever imagine! It's the mid-'80s in Astro City, and not everyone's going to survive. Featuring the Green Man, the Silver Agent, Mirage, Hellhound, the Pistons of Engine, the Crazy Eights and more in the next arc of the critically acclaimed ASTRO CITY series! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City The Dark Age Book 3 (2009) 1

    Written by Kurt Busiek Art by Brent Anderson Cover by Alex Ross Astro City's longest and most ambitious epic enters a new era and a new jumping-on point. It's the early 1980s - a time of darkness and danger, the era of the Point Man, the Omega Rangers and others. And for Charles and Royal Williams, it's a time for revenge as their pursuit of the man who killed their parents takes Royal deep into the bowels of the PYRAMID organization while Charles reaches heights he never imagined. Will it be morning in America - or will the long night continue? Also featuring the First Family, the debut of Cleopatra and more! 32 pages. Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City Local Heroes (2003) 1

    WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores February 12. The Homage hit returns in a 5-issue bimonthly miniseries! Meet Pete Donacek, the genial doorman at one of Astro City's finest hotels. He can tell newcomers where to go to see super-heroes in action and what neighborhoods to avoid. Now find out how he gained that knowledge! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 5) $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

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    $3 Astro City: Local Heroes #1 (2003-2004) Wildstorm Comics
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  • Issue #1DF.SIGNED
    Astro City Local Heroes (2003) 1DF.SIGNED

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    Dynamic Forces Signed Edition. Signed by Kurt Busiek. Limited to 99 copies. Includes Dynamic Forces Certificate of Authenticity. WRITTEN BY KURT BUSIEK; ART BY BRENT ANDERSON; PAINTED COVER BY ALEX ROSS In stores February 12. The Homage hit returns in a 5-issue bimonthly miniseries! Meet Pete Donacek, the genial doorman at one of Astro City's finest hotels. He can tell newcomers where to go to see super-heroes in action and what neighborhoods to avoid. Now find out how he gained that knowledge! For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG. (1 OF 5)

  • Issue #1A
    Astro City (1996) Wizard 1/2 1A

    Wizard 1/2 Edition. Certificate of Authenticity. Red and yellow logo edition. Michael Tenicek's dreams of a woman he's never met brings him to the attention of the Hanged Man in the moving "The Nearness of You." Appearances by the All-American, Slugger, Time-Keeper, Eterneon. Script by Kurt Busiek, pencils by Brent Anderson, inks by Will Blyberg. Plus: a look at how page 9 of the tale was created, from script to roughs to pencils to letters. Cover by Anderson & Blyberg.

  • Issue #1B
    Astro City (1996) Wizard 1/2 1B

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    Wizard 1/2 Edition. Certificate of Authenticity. Platinum/Grey title logo. Michael Tenicek's dreams of a woman he's never met brings him to the attention of the Hanged Man in the moving "The Nearness of You." Appearances by the All-American, Slugger, Time-Keeper, Eterneon. Script by Kurt Busiek, pencils by Brent Anderson, inks by Will Blyberg. Plus: a look at how page 9 of the tale was created, from script to roughs to pencils to letters. Cover by Anderson & Blyberg.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City Astra Special (2009) 1

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Covers by Alex Ross. It's a big turning point for Astra Furst, the third-generation Super Hero of Astro City! Last we saw her, she was a 10-year-old girl playing hopscotch. Today she's graduating from college. It's a time of friends and family, new opportunities, new dangers, and changing relationships. Featuring the First Family, the creatures of Monstro City, a new hero team and more in a graduation night nobody's ever going to forget! And in issue #2, while most people celebrate their college graduation by going to dinner, Astra and her boyfriend celebrate hers with a trip into The Gordian Knot, a cosmic caldera teeming with strange life and unusual encounters. It was meant to be a party, but for Astra, who has lived her whole life in the glare of the spotlight dealing with the bizarre and unexpected, it becomes much, much more! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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    $4 Astro City: Astra Special #1 (2009) Wildstorm Comics

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  • Issue #1
    Astro City The Dark Age Book 2 (2006) 1

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. The acclaimed ASTRO CITY returns with "Eyes of a Killer," the second story arc in the 16-issue DARK AGE epic by Kurt Busiek, Brent Anderson and Alex Ross! T he mean streets of Astro City in the 1970s are getting meaner, and Charles and Royal Williams are drawn deeper into the darkness. Against the background of Astro City's most turbulent decade, featuring the Street Angel, Black Velvet, The Apollo 11, Jack-In- the-Box and more, one brother is targeted for death ? while the other makes a discovery that could change their lives forever. ? 5 of 16 ? 32 pg, FC Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #1
    Arrowsmith Astro City (2004) 1

    Astro City, The Flip Book (on back cover) (W) Kurt Busiek; (P) Carlos Pacheco, Brent Anderson, & Jesus Merino; (Cover) Alex Ross; A special book featuring tales from two great Wildstorm series! Get Ready for 8-page prelude stories - one for each series - as well as maps, behind-the-scenes sketchbook art by Alex Ross, Brent Anderson and Carlos Pacheco, and an interview with Kurt Busiek about the future of both series. This Special is a perfect introduction to new readers of either series, and a special treat for ongoing readers of both! Cover price $2.95.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City Samaritan Special (2006) 1
    • Paper: White
    • Label #2107950007
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    Written by Kurt Busiek Art by Brent Anderson Cover by Alex Ross Don't miss this exciting new ASTRO CITY Special that reveals the long-awaited story of Samaritan's greatest enemy: Infidel! In this special bridging the gap between chapters of the epic DARK AGE saga, witness centuries of conflict ? featuring weird science, manipulation of time on a vast scale, the Black Plague, Pompeii and more ? all in the space of one night, and one fateful dinner. It's Samaritan's first solo special; and the story of one brilliant, tormented man whose will is strong enough to shatter the world. Over and over again, if necessary. On sale June 28 ? 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US Cover price $3.99.

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  • Issue #1
    Astro City The Dark Age (2005) 1

    Written by Kurt Busiek Art by Brent Anderson Cover by Alex Ross. Beginning the longest, most ambitious ASTRO CITY epic ever! In the wake of a global catastrophe during the early '70s, two brothers deal with family secrets and social upheaval, involving heroes from Jack-In- the-Box to the Blue Knight, newcomers like Apollo Eleven, and the unsettling events leading to the final fate of the Silver Agent. THE DARK AGE consists of four 4-issue arcs stretching across Astro City's darkest era. Find out why the '70s were so troubled through the eyes of two men who survived the depths of it! Retailers note: This issue is resolicited; all previous orders are cancelled. Resolicited; on sale June 22 ? 1 of 16 ? 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US Edited by Ben Abernathy Cover price $2.99.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City The Dark Age Special Beautie (2008) 1

    Written by Kurt Busiek Art by Brent Anderson Cover by Alex Ross Beautie, the life-size super-powered fashion-doll member of Honor Guard, doesn't know who she is, where she came from or where she belongs. In this extra-length, decades-spanning Special, she searches for answers - answers of history and answers of the heart. Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City (1996) 1/2 1

    Michael Tenicek's dreams of a woman he's never met brings him to the attention of the Hanged Man in the moving "The Nearness of You." Appearances by the All-American, Slugger, Time-Keeper, Eterneon. Script by Kurt Busiek, pencils by Brent Anderson, inks by Will Blyberg. Plus: the 8-page "Clash of Titans (a New York Romance)" by Busiek & Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Back cover by Anderson & Blyberg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #1DFSIGNED
    Astro City (1996) 1/2 1DFSIGNED
    Published Jan 1998 by Image.

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    Limited edition print of only 750, signed by Brent. E. Anderson. Michael Tenicek's dreams of a woman he's never met brings him to the attention of the Hanged Man in the moving "The Nearness of You." Appearances by the All-American, Slugger, Time-Keeper, Eterneon. Script by Kurt Busiek, pencils by Brent Anderson, inks by Will Blyberg. Plus: the 8-page "Clash of Titans (a New York Romance)" by Busiek & Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Back cover by Anderson & Blyberg. Cover price $2.50.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City A Visitor's Guide (2004) 1

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson & Ben Oliver, Jim Lee & Richard Friend, Carlos Pacheco & Jesus Merino, Jason Pearson & Sandra Hope, Dave Gibbons, Bill Sienkiewicz, Jerry Ordway, Walt Simonson, Phil Noto, Lee Weeks, Bruce Timm, Ray Lago, Mark Buckingham, Simon Bisley, Jackson Guice, Jim Starlin & Al Milgrom, Gene Ha, Kelley Jones, John Paul Leon, Mark Texeira, Howard Chaykin, Michael Golden, Pascal Ferry & Sandra Hope, Tom Grummett, Darwyn Cooke. Cover by Alex Ross. Planning a getaway this holiday season? Searching for a new or exotic locale to take the family? Look no further than Astro City! Everything you need to know about the city and its many special places and faces is in one handy volume: ASTRO CITY: A VISITOR'S GUIDE! This cleverly designed guide features all the info you need about Astro City: neighborhood guides, restaurant recommendations, highlights, local interests, ads for local businesses, a history of the city, a map and even a guide to the who's-who of the hero elite illustrated by fan-favorite artists! Plus, a special treat for all potential visitors: an all-new 8-page story illustrated by Brent Anderson & Ben Oliver! 50 pg, FC, $5.95 Edited by Ben Abernathy. Cover price $5.95.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City Silver Agent (2010) 1

    Written by KURT BUSIEK Art by BRENT ANDERSON Cover by ALEX ROSS At last, the full story of the Silver Agent's fateful journey through time - including his origin, his greatest battles and his ultimate fate - can be revealed. It's all right here in a 2-issue miniseries spanning from the late 1950s to the far future. Guest-starring a constellation of Astro City stars and introducing the Silver Centurions, this very personal story will blow readers away on a galactic scale. Cover price $3.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Astro City The Dark Age HC (2008-2010 DC/Wildstorm) 1-1ST

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    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Book 1!" Collects Arrowsmith Astro City (2004), Astro City: The Dark Age (2005) #1-4 and Astro City: The Dark Age - Book 2 (2006) #1-4. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Collecting the first eight chapters of the 16-part "Dark Age" saga, revealing the history of Astro City and shedding light on some of its greatest heroes! Book One, taking place in the early 1970s, follows two brothers - with one becoming a hero and another taking a far different path. Along the way, the long-standing secret tale of the Silver Agent and his fate is told at last, as the story shifts back to the 1950s and what made the Williams brothers turn out so differently. Hardcover, 256 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

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    $15 Astro City: The Dark Age Book 1 Very Good condition Busiek Anderson Ross

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  • Issue #1
    Astro City (1996) 3-D 1

    3-D Special Cover price $4.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Astro City Family Album TPB (1998 DC/Homage) 1st Edition 1-1ST

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    1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #1-3 and 10-13. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Every family has treasured memories...and isn't that what a family album is for? You're invited to share in some of Astro City's greatest memories - from the wonder and terror experienced by a family new in town, to a world-famous super-hero's first day at school, to a crimefighter and his wife facing momentous decisions about the future. Softcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Astro City Family Album TPB (1998 DC/Homage) 1st Edition 1-REP

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    1st Edition - 2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #1-3 and 10-13. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Every family has treasured memories...and isn't that what a family album is for? You're invited to share in some of Astro City's greatest memories - from the wonder and terror experienced by a family new in town, to a world-famous super-hero's first day at school, to a crimefighter and his wife facing momentous decisions about the future. Softcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Astro City Confession TPB (1997 Image) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #4-9 and Astro City (1996) Wizard #1/2.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson and Will Blyberg. Introduction by Neil Gaiman.

    This volume collects Astro City's first extended storyline - the story of Brian Kinney, who comes to Astro City with dreams of becoming one of the superheroes, and sees his dreams change as they become reality, as he deals with vampires, aliens, mystic serial killers, an angry public and, of course, the heroes of Astro City.

    Plus, as a bonus, Astro City: Confession features the acclaimed 'The Nearness of You,' the Eisner-nominated story from Astro City #1/2.

    Includes a cover gallery showcasing Alex Ross's breathtaking cover paintings.

    Softcover, 298 pages, full color.

    Cover price $19.95.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Astro City Confession TPB (1997 Image) 1-REP

    2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #4-9 and Astro City (1996) Wizard #1/2.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson and Will Blyberg. Introduction by Neil Gaiman.

    This volume collects Astro City's first extended storyline - the story of Brian Kinney, who comes to Astro City with dreams of becoming one of the superheroes, and sees his dreams change as they become reality, as he deals with vampires, aliens, mystic serial killers, an angry public and, of course, the heroes of Astro City.

    Plus, as a bonus, Astro City: Confession features the acclaimed 'The Nearness of You,' the Eisner-nominated story from Astro City #1/2.

    Includes a cover gallery showcasing Alex Ross's breathtaking cover paintings.

    Softcover, 298 pages, full color.

    Cover price $19.95.

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    $20 Wildstorm Astro City Astro City - Confession EX

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  • Issue #1-1ST
    Astro City Life in the Big City TPB (1996 DC/Homage) 1st Edition 1-1ST

    1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Astro City (1995 1st Series) #1-6.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross.

    This striking collection features the groundbreaking Astro City mini-series in one edition.

    Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

    Cover price $19.95.

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  • Issue #1-REP
    Astro City Life in the Big City TPB (1996 DC/Homage) 1st Edition 1-REP
    • Signed by writer/creator Kurt Busiek (first page). Does not include certificate of authenticity.

    1st Edition - 2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1995 1st Series) #1-6.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross.

    This striking collection features the groundbreaking Astro City mini-series in one edition.

    Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

    Cover price $19.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Astro City Life in the Big City TPB (2011 DC) New Edition 1-1ST

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    New Edition - 1st printing. Collects Astro City (1995 1st Series) #1-6.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross.

    The original ASTRO CITY miniseries is back in a new edition, simultaneously available in hardcover and trade paperback with new cover art by Alex Ross!

    Welcome to Astro City, a shining city on a hill where super heroes patrol the skies. Each chapter in this collection is a stand-alone story highlighting different aspects or characters in the Astro City world. The city's leading super hero tries to be everywhere at once, and berates himself for every wasted second as he longs for just a moment of his own. A small-time hood learns a hero's secret identity and tries to figure out how to profit from the knowledge. A beat reporter gets some advice from his editor on his first day on the job. A young woman tries to balance the demands of her family with her own hopes and desires.

    Despite the fantastic settings, the characters in these slice-of-life stories feel like real people, and that gives the stories real power.

    Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Astro City Life in the Big City TPB (2011 DC) New Edition 1-REP

    New Edition - 2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1995 1st Series) #1-6.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross.

    The original ASTRO CITY miniseries is back in a new edition, simultaneously available in hardcover and trade paperback with new cover art by Alex Ross!

    Welcome to Astro City, a shining city on a hill where super heroes patrol the skies. Each chapter in this collection is a stand-alone story highlighting different aspects or characters in the Astro City world. The city's leading super hero tries to be everywhere at once, and berates himself for every wasted second as he longs for just a moment of his own. A small-time hood learns a hero's secret identity and tries to figure out how to profit from the knowledge. A beat reporter gets some advice from his editor on his first day on the job. A young woman tries to balance the demands of her family with her own hopes and desires.

    Despite the fantastic settings, the characters in these slice-of-life stories feel like real people, and that gives the stories real power.

    Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Astro City Lovers Quarrel TPB (2016 DC/Vertigo) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #18-21 and 23-24. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. In this new ASTRO CITY collection, the spotlight falls on Quarrel and Crackerjack as they face a real crisis: what does an aging crimefighter do when time starts to take its toll? Plus, a look into Quarrel's origins-and the end of the line for one of Astro City's most stalwart heroes. And what's a talking gorilla to do when he's always wanted to be a drummer in a rock 'n' roll band? That's right, you go to Astro City. Softcover, 176 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City Special (2004) 1

    Written by Kurt Busiek Art by Brent Anderson Cover by Alex Ross The adventures of Astro City return in a 40-page Special! His name is Supersonic, and he was one of the greatest heroes of the 1960s. Today, though, he's long-retired ? but he's the only man who can save Astro City from a rampaging engine of destruction. Discover the hero he was, the man he is, and the difference between the two! ? 40 pg, FC Cover price $3.95.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Astro City The Dark Age TPB (2009-2011 DC/Wildstorm) 1st Edition 1-1ST

    1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Book 1: Brothers and Other Strangers!" Collects Arrowsmith Astro City (2004), Astro City: The Dark Age (2005) #1-4 and Astro City: The Dark Age - Book 2 (2006) #1-4.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Introduction by Marc Guggenheim.

    Collecting the first eight chapters of the 16-part "Dark Age" saga, revealing the history of Astro City and shedding light on some of its greatest heroes!

    Book One, now in trade paperback, takes place in the early 1970s, and follows two brothers - with one becoming a hero and another taking a far different path. Along the way, the long-standing secret tale of the Silver Agent and his fate is told at last, as the story shifts back to the 1950s and what made the Williams brothers turn out so differently.

    Softcover, 256 pages, full color.

    Cover price $19.99.

  • Issue #1-1ST
    Astro City The Tarnished Angel TPB (2000 DC/Homage/Wildstorm) 1-1ST

    Homage Studios - 1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #14-20. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson and Will Blyberg. After serving his time, super-villain Steeljack finds himself back on the streets. But for a man who has learned to live and thrive in a world behind bars, freedom can be the greatest prison. Intent to make good with his second chance, Steeljack is unsuccessful finding work until he takes on a dangerous job investigating the murder of several super-villains in his neighborhood. But as he solves the mystery, Steeljack soon finds that he may be the latest victim on the list of deceased criminals. Featuring a painted cover and sketchbook by Alex Ross and an introduction by Frank Miller. Softcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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    Astro City The Tarnished Angel TPB (2000 DC/Homage/Wildstorm) 1-REP

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    Wildstorm - 2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #14-20. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson and Will Blyberg. After serving his time, super-villain Steeljack finds himself back on the streets. But for a man who has learned to live and thrive in a world behind bars, freedom can be the greatest prison. Intent to make good with his second chance, Steeljack is unsuccessful finding work until he takes on a dangerous job investigating the murder of several super-villains in his neighborhood. But as he solves the mystery, Steeljack soon finds that he may be the latest victim on the list of deceased criminals. Featuring a painted cover and sketchbook by Alex Ross and an introduction by Frank Miller. Softcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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    Astro City Family Album HC (1998 DC) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #1-3 and 10-13.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross.

    Showcasing the First Family, Jack-in-the-Box, the Junkman, Loony Leo, and more, Kurt Busiek's Astro City: Family Album includes sketchbook material and an introduction by novelist/scriptwriter/essayist Harlan Ellison.

    Hardcover, 224 pages, full color.

    Cover price $29.95.

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    Astro City Honor Guard HC (2016 DC/Vertigo) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #13, 22, 25, 27-28, and 31. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson, Jesus Merino, Joe Infurnari, Gary Chaloner and Wade Von Grawbadger. Cover by Alex Ross. In the latest ASTRO CITY collection, the Living Nightmare-the embodiment of fear itself-goes up against the Honor Guard, and all its secrets come to light. Plus, Starfighter has been enjoying a hero's reward for decades. But with dark forces stirring in the cosmos, will he be called back to action? Or are there other paths? Hardcover, 264 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

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    Astro City Local Heroes TPB (2005) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #21-22, Astro City: Local Heroes (2003) #1-5 and Astro City: Special (2004). Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. This fifth volume of ASTRO CITY also includes the short story from DC's 9-11 Special and the promotional story done to announce the Local Heroes miniseries! Find out why this has been one of the most-honored series in comics! Softcover, 256 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

  • Issue #1-REP
    Astro City Local Heroes TPB (2005) 1-REP

    2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #21-22, Astro City: Local Heroes (2003) #1-5 and Astro City: Special (2004). Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. This fifth volume of ASTRO CITY also includes the short story from DC's 9-11 Special and the promotional story done to announce the Local Heroes miniseries! Find out why this has been one of the most-honored series in comics! Softcover, 256 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

  • Issue #1
    Astro City New Printing (2010) 1

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    Written by KURT BUSIEK Art by BRENT ANDERSON Cover by ALEX ROSS The hometown heroes of ASTRO CITY were first unleashed on the world in this adventure that introduced The Samaritan, The Honor Guard and more! Reprinted for just $1.00, this issue is featured in the ASTRO CITY: LIFE IN THE BIG CITY TP (AUG068076). Cover price $1.00.

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    Astro City Shining Stars HC (2011 DC) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Collects Astro City: Astra Special (2009) #1-2,Silver Agent (2010) #1-2, and Astro City: The Dark Age Special - Beautie (2008). Written by KURT BUSIEK. Art by BRENT ANDERSON. Cover by ALEX ROSS. A new hardcover starring Astro City's most popular heroes! Astra Furst, a third-generation super hero of Astro City, is graduating from college. It's a time of friends and family, new opportunities, changing relationships - and danger! Featuring the First Family, the creatures of Monstro City, a new hero team and more on a graduation night nobody's ever going to forget! Also in this volume: at last, the full story of the Silver Agent's fateful journey through time is revealed - including his origin, his greatest battles and his ultimate fate. Plus, Beautie, the life-size super-powered fashion-doll member of Honor Guard, doesn't know who she is. Now, she's determined to get answers. Hardcover, 208 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

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    Astro City The Dark Age TPB (2015 DC/Vertigo) 2nd Edition 1-1ST

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    2nd Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Book 1: Brothers and Other Strangers!" Collects Arrowsmith Astro City (2004), Astro City: The Dark Age (2005) #1-4 and Astro City: The Dark Age - Book 2 (2006) #1-4.

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Introduction by Marc Guggenheim.

    The classic ASTRO CITY title is back in print with new trade dress!

    Set in the early 1970s, this title follows two brothers as one becomes a hero and another takes a different path. Along the way, the long-standing secret tale of the Silver Agent and his fate is told as the story shifts back to the 1950s and what made the Williams brothers turn out so differently.

    Softcover, 256 pages, full color.

    Cover price $19.99.

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    Astro City The Tarnished Angel HC (2000) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #14-20. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson and Will Blyberg. After serving his time, super-villain Steeljack finds himself back on the streets. But for a man who has learned to live and thrive in a world behind bars, freedom can be the greatest prison. Intent to make good with his second chance, Steeljack is unsuccessful finding work until he takes on a dangerous job investigating the murder of several super-villains in his neighborhood. But as he solves the mystery, Steeljack soon finds that he may be the latest victim on the list of deceased criminals. Featuring a painted cover and sketchbook by Alex Ross and an introduction by Frank Miller. Hardcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

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    Astro City Through Open Doors TPB (2014 DC/Vertigo) 1-1ST

    1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #1-6. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. The first collection from the new run of the acclaimed ASTRO CITY series! As the story begins, a mysterious door appears, heralding the arrival of the Ambassador. But when an ordinary man is caught in a cosmic conflict, it is up to favorites like Samaritan and Honor Guard, as well as new heroes, to rise to the occasion and save the world! Plus: a look at a woman who uses her super-powers to help bring adventure to the silver screen and more! Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

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    Astro City Victory TPB (2015 DC/Vertigo) 1-1ST

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    1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #7-10 and Astro City: A Visitor's Guide (2004). Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. When criminal charges are brought against Winged Victory, the Confessor must investigate - and it leads to open combat with Samaritan! Can Astro City's three greatest heroes find a way to work together against this mystery threat? Plus, ASTRO CITY VISITOR'S GUIDE #1, including a tale revealing Winged Victory's origin! Softcover, 176 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

  • Issue #1
    Image Firsts Astro City (2022 Image) 1

    Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. The hometown heroes of ASTRO CITY were first unleashed on the world in this adventure that introduced The Samaritan, The Honor Guard and more! Reprinted for just $1.00, this issue is featured in the ASTRO CITY: LIFE IN THE BIG CITY TP. 28 pages full color. Rated T Cover price $1.00.