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Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Summer 1947 - Summer 1948!" Collects The Spirit (1944-1950 Quality) #9-12. Written by Will Eisner. Art by Will Eisner and Lou Fine. Cover by Will Eisner. The Spirit is a fictional masked crime fighter created by cartoonist Will Eisner, who fights crime with the blessing of the city's police commissioner Dolan, an old friend. Despite the Spirit's origin as detective/criminologist Denny Colt, his real identity was rarely referred to after his first appearance, and for all intents and purposes he was simply "The Spirit." The stories are presented in a wide variety of styles, from straight forward crime drama and noir to lighthearted adventure, from mystery and horror to comedy and love stories, often with hybrid elements that twisted genre and reader expectations. Comic book stories from the 1940s and 1950s may depict some ethnic and racial prejudices that were once commonplace in American culture. While not representing the publisher's view of today's society, these stories are printed as they were originally created, because to do otherwise would be the same as claiming these prejudices never existed. Hardcover (with Slipcase), 208 pages, full color. Cover price $62.99.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "Autumn 1948-September 1949!" Collects The Spirit (1944-1950 Quality) #13-17. Written by Will Eisner. Art by Will Eisner and Lou Fine. Cover by Will Eisner. The Spirit is a fictional masked crime fighter created by cartoonist Will Eisner, who fights crime with the blessing of the city's police commissioner Dolan, an old friend. Despite the Spirit's origin as detective/criminologist Denny Colt, his real identity was rarely referred to after his first appearance, and for all intents and purposes he was simply "The Spirit." The stories are presented in a wide variety of styles, from straight forward crime drama and noir to lighthearted adventure, from mystery and horror to comedy and love stories, often with hybrid elements that twisted genre and reader expectations. From 1940-1950, printer Everett M. "Busy" Arnold reprinted Spirit stories under his Quality Comics banner, first individually from 1940-1947 as one of the features in 92 issues of Police Comics and from 1944-1950 as 22 issues of The Spirit. Collects The Spirit #13-17 (Autumn 1948-September 1949). Hardcover (with Slipcase), 212 pages, full color. Cover price $62.99.

Volume 5 - 1st printing. Written by Will Eisner. Art by Will Eisner and Lou Fine. Cover by Will Eisner. Quality Comics was an American comic book publishing company that operated from 1937 to 1956 and was largely influential in creating the Golden Age of comic books. From 1940-1950, printer Everett M. "Busy" Arnold reprinted Spirit stories under his Quality Comics banner, first individually from 1940-1947 as one of the features in 92 issues of Police Comics and from 1944-1950 as 22 issues of The Spirit. The Spirit is a fictional masked crime fighter created by cartoonist Will Eisner, who fights crime with the blessing of the city's police commissioner Dolan, an old friend. Despite the Spirit's origin as detective/ criminologist Denny Colt, his real identity was rarely referred to after his first appearance, and for all intents and purposes he was simply "The Spirit." The stories are presented in a wide variety of styles, from straight forward crime drama and noir to lighthearted adventure, from mystery and horror to comedy and love stories, often with hybrid elements that twisted genre and reader expectations. Hardcover (with Slipcase), 212 pages, full color. Cover price $62.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "October 1946-October 1949!" Collects Stories from Thrilling Comics (1940-1951 Better/Nedor/Standard) #56-75. Cover by Alex Schomburg. Princess Pantha was a circus-performing wild animal handler who went to Africa in search of the legendary giant gorilla M'Gana for her act! She disappeared shortly after setting out-so Gilt-edge Gates, the owner of The National Circus hired Dane Hunter, a famous explorer to find her. After discovering her safari had been wiped out by an unknown hostile native tribe and she'd saved herself by using her ability to make an extra-loud gorilla call, which the natives mistook for the approach of M'Gana and fled. Princess Pantha had survived in the jungle for two months now, utilizing her animal skills, knowledge of jiu-jitsu and a few primitive weapons. Together Pantha and Dane remained in the jungle and continued their quest to capture the legendary giant gorilla M'Gana! Comic book stories from the 1940s and 1950s depicted some ethnic and racial prejudices that were once commonplace in American culture. While not representing the publisher's view of today's society, these stories are printed as they were originally created, because to do otherwise would be the same as claiming these prejudices never existed. Hardcover, 208 pages, full color. Cover price $52.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "October 1946-October 1949!" Collects Stories from Thrilling Comics (1940-1951 Better/Nedor/Standard) #56-75. Cover by Alex Schomburg. Princess Pantha was a circus-performing wild animal handler who went to Africa in search of the legendary giant gorilla M'Gana for her act! She disappeared shortly after setting out-so Gilt-edge Gates, the owner of The National Circus hired Dane Hunter, a famous explorer to find her. After discovering her safari had been wiped out by an unknown hostile native tribe and she'd saved herself by using her ability to make an extra-loud gorilla call, which the natives mistook for the approach of M'Gana and fled. Princess Pantha had survived in the jungle for two months now, utilizing her animal skills, knowledge of jiu-jitsu and a few primitive weapons. Together Pantha and Dane remained in the jungle and continued their quest to capture the legendary giant gorilla M'Gana! Comic book stories from the 1940s and 1950s depicted some ethnic and racial prejudices that were once commonplace in American culture. While not representing the publisher's view of today's society, these stories are printed as they were originally created, because to do otherwise would be the same as claiming these prejudices never existed. Hardcover (with Slipcase), 208 pages, full color. Cover price $62.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Aug.-Dec. 1944 to Dec. 1946-Oct. 1948!" Collects Mystery Comics (1944) #1-4 and Wonder Comics (1944-1948 Great) #9-20. Cover by Alex Schomburg. Featuring Stories by Alex Schomburg, Bob Oksner, George Roussos, Ken Battefield, Ed Good, Leo Isaacs and Everett Raymond Kinstler. Brad Spencer is accidentally exposed to a sizzling voltage of a secret current, giving him super powers, which he to become the super crime-fighter, Wonderman! He is aided by his girlfriend, Carol Paige. Wonderman has the ability to become invulnerable (as hard as steel) and has super-strength. Working from his Wonderlab, Wonderman created the world's most powerful telescope and had soon confiscated an enemy's Vacuum Spiral device which allowed him to cross great distances, such as the Sun, in a matter of minutes. His enemies included Lilith, Dr. Voodoo, and the Immortal Emperor. Hardcover, 184 pages, full color. Cover price $52.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Aug.-Dec. 1944 to Dec. 1946-Oct. 1948!" Collects Mystery Comics (1944) #1-4 and Wonder Comics (1944-1948 Great) #9-20. Cover by Alex Schomburg. Featuring Stories by Alex Schomburg, Bob Oksner, George Roussos, Ken Battefield, Ed Good, Leo Isaacs and Everett Raymond Kinstler. Brad Spencer is accidentally exposed to a sizzling voltage of a secret current, giving him super powers, which he to become the super crime-fighter, Wonderman! He is aided by his girlfriend, Carol Paige. Wonderman has the ability to become invulnerable (as hard as steel) and has super-strength. Working from his Wonderlab, Wonderman created the world's most powerful telescope and had soon confiscated an enemy's Vacuum Spiral device which allowed him to cross great distances, such as the Sun, in a matter of minutes. His enemies included Lilith, Dr. Voodoo, and the Immortal Emperor. Hardcover (with Slipcase), 184 pages, full color. Cover price $62.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. In the days before radio, movies, or television, print was the dominant entertainment media. From roughly 1880 through the 1930s (and slightly beyond) a "Golden Age of Illustration" flourished. Newspapers, magazines, and books were covered with beautiful images, and the illustrators who created the brilliant artwork for these publications were superstars. This glorious new book collects the work of over 150 of the greatest illustrators from this Golden Age, presenting their masterworks in beautiful full page, full color reproductions-with every iconic image photographed directly from the original artwork. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 224 pages, full color. Cover price $44.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. In the days before radio, movies, or television, print was the dominant entertainment media. From roughly 1880 through the 1930s (and slightly beyond) a "Golden Age of Illustration" flourished. Newspapers, magazines, and books were covered with beautiful images, and the illustrators who created the brilliant artwork for these publications were superstars. This glorious new book collects the work of over 211 of the greatest illustrators from the period, presenting their masterworks in beautiful full page, full color reproductions-with every iconic image photographed directly from the original artwork. Produced and edited by the publisher of Illustration Magazine, this book is a collection that no fan of classic illustration art will want to miss. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 224 pages, full color. Cover price $44.95.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. This book presents a glorious survey of over 220 full-page, full-color masterworks from the Golden Age of Illustration, 1880-1960. As before, every iconic image is photographed directly from the original artwork, and virtually every major illustrator from the period is represented. Produced and edited by the publisher of Illustration Magazine, this book is a collection that no fan of classic illustration art will want to miss. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 224 pages, full color. Cover price $44.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Cyril Pedrosa and Roxanne Moreil. Art and cover by Cyril Pedrosa.

A medieval saga with political intrigue reminiscent of Game of Thrones, The Golden Age is an epic graphic novel duology about utopia and revolution!

In the kingdom of Lantrevers, suffering is a way of life - unless you're a member of the ruling class. Princess Tilda plans to change all that. As the rightful heir of late King Ronan, Tilda wants to deliver her people from famine and strife. But on the eve of her coronation, her younger brother, backed by a cabal of power-hungry lords, usurps her throne and casts her into exile.

Now Tilda is on the run. With the help of her last remaining allies, Tankred and Bertil, she travels in secret through the hinterland of her kingdom. Wherever she goes, the common folk whisper of a legendary bygone era when all men lived freely. There are those who want to return to this golden age-at any cost. In the midst of revolution, how can Tilda reclaim her throne?

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Written by Cyril Pedrosa and Roxanne Moreil. Art and cover by Cyril Pedrosa.

Tilda began her journey vowing to free her people from suffering - but she has lost her way. Though her attempts to regain her stolen throne have failed, Tilda forces her army to continue waging a futile war without pay or food. She has become what she hated - a heartless ruler. And rebellion brews among the ranks.

To save Tilda from herself, Tankred forges a secret alliance with Hellier, the leader of the populous revolution. With their help, Tilda could win the war. But she'd have to give her power back to her people. Will Tilda see the error of her ways and return to her original path? And can she do so in time to save Bertil from the hangman's noose?

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

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JELENA KEVIC DJURDJEVIC Cover - 1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Marvel Comics (1939)#1 and Marvel Mystery Comics (1939-1949) #2-12.

Written by JOHN COMPTON, RAY GIILL, and STOCKBRIDGE WINSLOW.
Art by CARL BURGOS, BILL EVERETT, PAUL GUSTAVSON, BEN THOMPSON, STEVE DAHLMAN, BOB OKSNER, AL ANDERS, IRWIN HASEN, and PAUL LAURETTA.
Cover by JELENA KEVIC DJURDJEVIC.

In August 1939 a new voice hit the newsstands and changed the comic-book world forever: MARVEL COMICS #1, with its blazing Human Torch cover, had arrived!

This 64-page pulp package wasn't your typical assortment of super-powered, straight-laced, do-gooders-this was something completely new. The amazing android creation of Dr. Phineas Horton, the Human Torch was neither man nor hero-he was a blazing force of nature that shocked and unsettled mankind. Prince Namor, the Sub-Mariner, the half-human/half-Atlantean, ventures from his undersea kingdom into the world of man-not with a mind set on peace, but towards vengeance!

These two characters would form the foundation for the style of conflicted hero that defines Marvel to this day, and you'll see them evolve across twelve full issues from their raw forms into the battling fire and water mega-hits of the Golden Age!

They're flanked by an eclectic set born out of the fast-paced energy and imagination of the Golden Age including the heroic Angel; the wild and incomparable robot invention, Electro; the hard-edged detective, the Ferret; Terry Vance, the boy adventurer; the Western Masked Raider; and the ongoing jungle adventures of Ka-Zar, the Great.

Featuring an extensive essay on Marvel's pulp magazine pre-history, publisher Martin Goodman and the birth of Marvel Comics by noted historian Will Murray, and topped off with special bonus features including original artwork and items never seen since 1939, this collection forms the cornerstone of Marvel history essential for every comic book fan, collector and historian!

Hardcover, 832 pages, full color.

Cover price $125.00.

FRANK R. PAUL Cover - 1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Marvel Comics (1939)#1 and Marvel Mystery Comics (1939-1949) #2-12.

Written by JOHN COMPTON, RAY GIILL, and STOCKBRIDGE WINSLOW.
Art by CARL BURGOS, BILL EVERETT, PAUL GUSTAVSON, BEN THOMPSON, STEVE DAHLMAN, BOB OKSNER, AL ANDERS, IRWIN HASEN, and PAUL LAURETTA.
Cover by FRANK R. PAUL.

In August 1939 a new voice hit the newsstands and changed the comic-book world forever: MARVEL COMICS #1, with its blazing Human Torch cover, had arrived!

This 64-page pulp package wasn't your typical assortment of super-powered, straight-laced, do-gooders-this was something completely new. The amazing android creation of Dr. Phineas Horton, the Human Torch was neither man nor hero-he was a blazing force of nature that shocked and unsettled mankind. Prince Namor, the Sub-Mariner, the half-human/half-Atlantean, ventures from his undersea kingdom into the world of man-not with a mind set on peace, but towards vengeance!

These two characters would form the foundation for the style of conflicted hero that defines Marvel to this day, and you'll see them evolve across twelve full issues from their raw forms into the battling fire and water mega-hits of the Golden Age!

They're flanked by an eclectic set born out of the fast-paced energy and imagination of the Golden Age including the heroic Angel; the wild and incomparable robot invention, Electro; the hard-edged detective, the Ferret; Terry Vance, the boy adventurer; the Western Masked Raider; and the ongoing jungle adventures of Ka-Zar, the Great.

Featuring an extensive essay on Marvel's pulp magazine pre-history, publisher Martin Goodman and the birth of Marvel Comics by noted historian Will Murray, and topped off with special bonus features including original artwork and items never seen since 1939, this collection forms the cornerstone of Marvel history essential for every comic book fan, collector and historian!

Hardcover, 832 pages, full color.

Cover price $125.00.

Kaare Kyle Andrews Cover

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Marvel Comics (1939)#1 and Marvel Mystery Comics (1939-1949) #13-24.

Cover by Kaare Kyle Andrews. Introduction by Roy Thomas.

In 1939, MARVEL COMICS (soon renamed MARVEL MYSTERY COMICS) launched a storytelling revolution that lasted eight decades and ultimately birthed the modern Marvel Universe!

The title's first year was a mix of pulp adventure seeded with the first sparks of the colorful heroes to come - but in its second year, MARVEL MYSTERY followed the path of the fiery Human Torch and the aquatic Sub-Mariner with super heroes galore! Those twin trailblazers were soon joined by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby's Vision, the all-American Patriot and the joyously wild robot Electro. Backed up by boy sleuth Terry Vance, the pre-comics jungle king Ka-Zar and the noir adventurer the Angel, each issue delivered 64 pages of nonstop 1940s action!

Now, relive the glories of the Golden Age in this painstakingly restored, oversized Omnibus edition!

Includes Stories by Carl Burgos, Bill Everett, Joe Simon, Jack Kirby, Paul Gustavson, Ray Gill, Bob Oksner, Ben Thompson, and more!

Hardcover, 832 pages, full color. Rated T

Cover price $150.00.

Alex Schomburg Cover

1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Marvel Comics (1939)#1 and Marvel Mystery Comics (1939-1949) #13-24.

Cover by Alex Schomburg. Introduction by Roy Thomas.

In 1939, MARVEL COMICS (soon renamed MARVEL MYSTERY COMICS) launched a storytelling revolution that lasted eight decades and ultimately birthed the modern Marvel Universe!

The title's first year was a mix of pulp adventure seeded with the first sparks of the colorful heroes to come - but in its second year, MARVEL MYSTERY followed the path of the fiery Human Torch and the aquatic Sub-Mariner with super heroes galore! Those twin trailblazers were soon joined by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby's Vision, the all-American Patriot and the joyously wild robot Electro. Backed up by boy sleuth Terry Vance, the pre-comics jungle king Ka-Zar and the noir adventurer the Angel, each issue delivered 64 pages of nonstop 1940s action!

Now, relive the glories of the Golden Age in this painstakingly restored, oversized Omnibus edition!

Includes Stories by Carl Burgos, Bill Everett, Joe Simon, Jack Kirby, Paul Gustavson, Ray Gill, Bob Oksner, Ben Thompson, and more!

Hardcover, 832 pages, full color. Rated T

Cover price $150.00.

2nd Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Marvel Comics (1939)#1 and Marvel Mystery Comics (1939-1949) #2-12.

Written by Fred Schwab (as Ed Wood), Carl Burgos, Paul Gustavson, Bill Everett, Al Anders, Art Pinajian (as Tomm Dixon), Ray Gill, Ben Thompson, Paul J. Lauretta, David C. Cooke, Fred Schwab (as Ed Wood), Steve Dahlman, Bob Davis (as Stockbridge Winslow), William Allison Andrew McWhiney, Jack D'Arcy, John H. Compton, Louis Glanzman, Beach Allen, Gene Marrin, and E. Peters.
Art by Fred Schwab (as Ed Wood), Carl Burgos, Paul Gustavson, Bill Everett, Al Anders, Art Pinajian (as Tomm Dixon), Sam Gilman, Ben Thompson, Paul J. Lauretta, Charles J. Mazoujian, Harry Ramsey, Steve Dahlman, Irwin Hasen, Frank Thomas, William Allison, Robert Hughes, Louis Glanzman, Ed Robbins, Bob Oksner, and Gene Marrin.
Cover by FRANK R. PAUL.
Introduction by Will Murray.

In August 1939 a new voice hit the newsstands and changed the comic-book world forever: MARVEL COMICS #1, with its blazing Human Torch cover, had arrived!

This 64-page pulp package wasn't your typical assortment of super-powered, straight-laced, do-gooders-this was something completely new. The amazing android creation of Dr. Phineas Horton, the Human Torch was neither man nor hero-he was a blazing force of nature that shocked and unsettled mankind. Prince Namor, the Sub-Mariner, the half-human/half-Atlantean, ventures from his undersea kingdom into the world of man-not with a mind set on peace, but towards vengeance!

These two characters would form the foundation for the style of conflicted hero that defines Marvel to this day, and you'll see them evolve across twelve full issues from their raw forms into the battling fire and water mega-hits of the Golden Age!

They're flanked by an eclectic set born out of the fast-paced energy and imagination of the Golden Age including the heroic Angel; the wild and incomparable robot invention, Electro; the hard-edged detective, the Ferret; Terry Vance, the boy adventurer; the Western Masked Raider; and the ongoing jungle adventures of Ka-Zar, the Great.

Featuring an extensive essay on Marvel's pulp magazine pre-history, publisher Martin Goodman and the birth of Marvel Comics by noted historian Will Murray, and topped off with special bonus features including original artwork and items never seen since 1939, this collection forms the cornerstone of Marvel history essential for every comic book fan, collector and historian!

Hardcover, 848 pages, full color.

Cover price $150.00.

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1st printing. By Les Daniels. From the late 1930s to the mid-1950s, DC Comics blazed a creative, innovative trail in popular culture, and the company has remained at the forefront of the comics ever since. In this impeccably researched and brilliantly illustrated "blast from the past," comics historian Les Daniels, graphic designer Chip Kidd, and photographer Geoff Spear dive deep into the DC archives, offering an unprecedented '365 image' visual tour of the world of the DC comic-book heroes and artists. Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 9 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., full color. Cover price $29.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "1935-1956!"

Written by Paul Levitz.

The single most comprehensive book on the subject, this volume traces DC Comics's first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comic book burnings of the McCarthy '50s in over 400 pages bursting with comics, art, photographs, and more comics. The first in a new series, expanded from the Eisner Award-winning book, 75 Years of DC Comics, hits the shelf at a reader friendly size with essays updated by author Paul Levitz and over 1,000 new images across five volumes. Featuring a new interview with legendary artist Joe Kubert.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 13-in., 400 pages, full color.

Cover price $59.95.

Bibliotheca Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "1935-1956!"

Written by Paul Levitz.

Get the ultimate insights on the heyday of DC Comics. Spanning from 1935 to 1956, more than 600 pages of covers and interiors, original illustrations, photographs, film stills,and ephemera chart the creators, the stories, and the game-changing super heroes Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman. Superman's story, and those of Batman, Wonder Woman, and hundreds of other DC Comics characters, are all told in The Golden Age of DC Comics Expanded from the Eisner Award-winning XL book, 75 Years of DC Comics, this edition offers readers the ultimate insight on DC's first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comic-book burnings of the McCarthy '50s. Also included is an exclusive interview with legendary artist Joe Kubert.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 672 pages, full color.

Cover price $20.00.

1st printing. Subtitled "A Parody on Yankee Inventiveness". Art by Wallace Peck. Hardcover 5-in. x 7-in. 56 pages B&W

NOTE: All Text is in Italian - Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Alberto Becattini. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 80 pages, Full Color.

NOTE: All Text is in Italian.

NOTE: All Text is in Italian - Volume 2 - 1st printing. By Alberto Becattini. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 80 pages, Full Color.

NOTE: All Text is in Italian.

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1st printing.

By John Wade.

A Journey into Space with 1950s Radio, TV, Movies, Comics, and Books

John Wade grew up in the 1950s, a decade that has since been dubbed the "golden age of science fiction." For him, the super-accuracy and amazing technical quality of today's science fiction films pale into insignificance beside the radio, early TV and B-picture films about people who built rockets in their back gardens and flew them to lost planets, or tales of aliens who wanted to take over, if not our entire world, then at least our bodies.

This book is a personal account of John Wade's fascination with the genre across all the entertainment media in which it appeared, the sort of stuff he reveled in as a young boy, and still enjoys today.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 240 pages, full color.

Cover price $42.95.

1st printing. By Mark Waid. This book looks at Superman - The Man of Steel - in all his glory, as he appeared during his first two decades. The covers of Action Comics offer a view of the history of Superman and his adventures. The "Golden Age" - from the first issue of 1938 until the mid-1950's - holds a special place in the hearts of Superman's legion of followers. Organized by theme and featuring nearly 200 early Superman Action covers, this volume traces the evolution of the most powerful hero American pop culture has ever produced. The covers range from from "Archenemies" to "Superman's Girlfriend", and from "Forces of Evil" to "Mild-Mannered Reporter", and more. The chapters present Superman in his many facets as crime fighter, wartime hero, role model, invincible visitor from another planet, and comic book icon. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 144 pages, text (with color illustration)

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1st printing.

ByRick Marschall.

The Golden Age of Television takes a behind-the-scenes look at TV shows from the 1940s and 1950s. Includes in-de[pth looks at The Lone Ranger, Ed Sullivan, The Honeymooners, The Tonight Show, I Love Lucy and many, many more!

Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 192 pages, B&W.

1st printing. Millions know and love the legends of Jesse James, Annie Oakley, Davy Crockett, and others who settled the Wild West. They are indelibly linked to the spirit of America and have inspired countless writers, artists, directors, and musicians all over the world. Now for the first time in one volume are their stories in comic form, originally printed in the 1940s and 50s, that will ensure a new generation sees why these true tales are so integral to the idea and appeal of America. Hardcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

1st printing.

By Howard Hopkins and Sean Taylor.

Golden Amazon is truly a WILD character in the field of hero pulp, as not only is she one of the few female leads, but she literally is waiting for the time when she can rule the world! She is a fierce ruthless warrior who does not brook fools, and is constantly fighting the battle within of her two personalities. She has great abilities, but does not understand where they came from, nor can she trust her memories of where she came from. The great author Howard Hopkins was a master of pulp fiction, and we are proud to have unearthed a group of new stories of his all about The Golden Amazon!

Hardcover, 6-in.x 9-in., 160 pages, Text Only. Cover price $21.95.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Mikael Ross.

Ludwig van Beethoven created music that moves and inspires us to this day; his very name sparks a melody in the ear. But are you born a genius?

This graphic biography asks: "Who was Beethoven before he became 'Beethoven'?"

Master cartoonist Mikael Ross (The Thud) tells the story of Beethoven from 1778 to his first major public appearance in Vienna in 1795. It begins when the family is living a difficult life in Bonn. Father Johann battles with alcoholism and is deep in debt. Only young Ludwig and his talent at the piano offer any hope for the future - if only he would stop composing his own pieces and just play what's expected of him.

Author Ross was asked to do a small comic for the Beethoven Society. Through this opportunity, he discovered the diaries of the baker's son that lived downstairs from Beethoven's family, the content of which inspired Golden Boy. As in his previous book, The Thud, Ross skillfully mixes humor with empathy and pure social drama, crafting a coming-of-age story that transcends its biographical subject matter. His colorful, expressive style and mastery of the language of comics are perfectly suited to the tall task of capturing Beethoven's timeless music visually.

Mikael Ross is a Berlin-based cartoonist and tailor. Ross was the recipient of the very first graphic novel scholarship from Berlin's Senate Department for Culture and Europe.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Philip Pullman. Art and cover by Clement Oubrerie. The world of Philip Pullman's internationally bestselling His Dark Materials saga is brought to visual life in book 1 of a three-volume graphic adaptation of The Golden Compass. Lyra Belacqua is content to run wild among the scholars of Jordan College, with her dæmon familiar always by her side. But the arrival of her fearsome uncle, Lord Asriel, draws her to the heart of a terrible struggle-a struggle born of Gobblers and stolen children, and a mysterious substance known as Dust. As she hurtles toward danger in the cold far North, Lyra never suspects the shocking truth: she alone is destined to win-or to lose-this more-than-mortal battle. The stunning full-color art offers both new and returning readers a chance to experience the story of Lyra, an ordinary girl with an extraordinary role to play in the fates of multiple worlds, in an entirely new way. Hardcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 80 pages, full color. Cover price $18.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Philip Pullman. Art and cover by Clement Oubrerie. The second volume in a graphic novel adaptation of one of the most celebrated books of all time! In this three-volume graphic novel adaptation of The Golden Compass, the world of His Dark Materials is brought to visual life. The stunning full-color art will offer both new and returning readers a chance to experience the story of Lyra, an ordinary girl with an extraordinary role to play in the fates of multiple worlds, in an entirely new way. This second volume finds Lyra in the far North, rescuing the children held captive by the notorious Gobblers with the help of Gyptian fighters, new-found witch allies, and the armored bear Iorek Byrnisson. Hardcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 80 pages, full color. Cover price $18.99.

1st printing. Written by Philip Pullman. Art and cover by Clement Oubrerie. The graphic novel adaptation of one of the most celebrated books of all time is now complete! This edition contains the entire story. Published in 50 countries with over 22 million copies sold, The Golden Compass, The Subtle Knife, and The Amber Spyglass are renowned for their engrossing storytelling and epic scope. These modern classics are must-reads for every book lover. Now, in this graphic novel adaptation of The Golden Compass, the world of His Dark Materials is brought to visual life. The stunning full-color art will offer both new and returning readers a chance to experience the story of Lyra, an ordinary girl with an extraordinary role to play in the fates of multiple worlds, in an entirely new way. This volume collects the full journey of Lyra to the far North, her rescue of the kidnapped children at Bolvanger, her escape via hot-air balloon, and her fated role in Lord Asriel's ambitions to build a bridge to another world. This edition feature gorgeous full-color narrative art and will appeal to traditional comic and graphic novel readers in addition to returning His Dark Materials fans. Hardcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 224 pages, full color. Cover price $21.99.

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10.5" x 13", 94 pages, full color.

First printing. Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $0.49.

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2nd and later printings. Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 8-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $0.49.

1st printing. Written by Derek Elmer. Art and cover by Shane Clester. This Little Golden Book retells the story of how The Golden Girls met! Ever wonder how Dorothy, Rose, Blanche, and Sofia from The Golden Girls met? This beautifully illustrated Little Golden Book retells fateful episode 25 of The Golden Girls from 1986. It's the perfect gift for fans of the beloved series and Little Golden Book collectors of all ages! Hardcover, 6-in.x 7-in., 24 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $5.99.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Niki Smith.

Struggling with anxiety after witnessing a harrowing instance of gun violence, Manuel Soto copes through photography, using his cell-phone camera to find anchors that keep him grounded. His days are a lonely, latchkey monotony until he's teamed with his classmates, Sebastian and Caysha, for a group project. Sebastian lives on a grass-fed cattle farm outside of town, and Manuel finds solace in the open fields and in the antics of the newborn calf Sebastian is hand-raising. As Manuel aides his new friends in their preparations for the local county fair, he learns to open up, confronts his deepest fears, and even finds first love.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. GOLDEN HOUR: THE ART OF RAIDE is the debut art book from popular self-taught digital illustrator Raide. Driven by her passion for character art, Raide has collaborated with big industry names such as Clip Studio Paint, XP-Pen, Huion, and HarperCollins. Fans will also know that Raide creates popular online art courses on Domestika, and in this book, they will discover brand-new tutorials and studies that focus on some of her many artistic strengths, such as lighting and expression. This unique book allows readers behind-the-scenes insight into the artist's creative process, including the tools and techniques she uses to create her stunning portraits and whimsical scenes. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 152 pages, PC. Cover price $50.00.

1st printing. By Jim Pavelec. A visual grimoire of demonic creatures and landscapes beautifully printed on high quality gloss paper. This second volume in The Golden Ones series brings together movie FX giant Allen Willimas (Pacific Rim), and award winning illustrators Dave Palumbo (Aliens, Creepy) and Jim Pavelec (Eerie) in a volume that unleashes the dark side of their imaginations to horrific ends. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 120 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

10th Anniversary Edition - 1st printing. Story and art by Brian Michael Bendis. Before Powers, before Alias, before Ultimate Spider-Man was the award winning crime graphic novel that put Brian Michael Bendis on the map. To celebrate Goldfish's tenth anniversary Image is releasing this limited edition hardback collection. Goldfish is the story of an enigmatic grifter with a heart of gold, who returns to his old haunts to find his old flame, Lauren, practically running the city's underbelly, and his oldest friend and ex-partner in crime, Izzy, a police detective. But GOLDFISH has come back for one reason and one reason only, for his son. This high quality hardback collection features the entire graphic novel, high grade paper stock, a GOLDFISH prose story written by Bendis, a retrospective look at the creation of the novel, and an introduction by Matt Wagner (Grendel, Mage.) This edition is limited to its one time initial orders and is the only place to get this long sold out crime series. An essential buy for the your comic book library. Hardcover, 227 pages, full color. NOTE: this graphic novel matches the format of the Torso hardback definitive collection. A beautiful set for the Bendis collection. Cover price $49.95.

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Marvel/Icon Edition - 1st printing. Collects AKA Goldfish Ace (1994), AKA Goldfish Jack (1994), AKA Goldfish Joker (1995), AKA Goldfish King (1995), and AKA Goldfish Queen (1995). Story and art by Brian Michael Bendis. An Enigmatic Grifter With A Heart Of Gold Returns To His Old Haunts To Find His Old Flame Practically Running The City's Underbelly, And His Oldest Friend And Ex-Partner In Crime A Police Detective. But Goldfish Has Come Back For One Reason, And One Reason Only: His Son. This Completely Redesigned, Reformatted And Reworked Hardcover Is Perfect For Both New Readers And Old! Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 136 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Lilliam Rivera. Art by Elle Power and Mel Valentine Vargas. Cover by Elle Power.

Move over, Nancy Drew; there's a new detective in town!

Prepare to be amazed at Marigold "Goldie" Vance's second middle-grade adventure! The Crossed Palms is hosting the first ever League of Magical Arts Convention, bringing the world's most renowned and emerging magicians to the resort, including an overeager part-time magician and detective named Derek Von Thurston. When some of the magic starts to go awry, Goldie and Derek are on the case!

Can Goldie uncover the saboteur before the final act goes live?

Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in.,. 256 pages, Text (with B&W and full color Illustrations). All Ages

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing.

Written by Lilliam Rivera. Art and Cover by Elle Power.

Move over, Nancy Drew-there's a new sleuth in town! Inspired by the beloved comic series, Goldie Vance is ready to sleuth her way through never-before-seen mysteries in this original novel series by Lilliam Rivera featuring 16 full-color comic pages!

Marigold "Goldie" Vance lives and works at the Crossed Palms Resort Hotel in Florida with a whole slew of characters: her dad, Art, the manager of the joint; Cheryl Lebeaux, the concierge and Goldie's best friend; and Walter Tooey, the hired hotel detective. Her mom, Sylvia, works nearby at the Mermaid Club.

While life at the Crossed Palms is always busy, the resort is currently overrun with Hollywood-types filming the hottest new creature feature, and tensions are at an all-time high. Even Goldie's mom is in on the movie act, doing what she does best: playing a mermaid. Just when Goldie thinks the movie biz couldn't get any more exciting, a diamond-encrusted swimming cap goes missing, and all fingers point to Goldie's mom as the culprit. Can Goldie uncover the true thief before it's too late?

Based on Hope Larson and Brittney Williams's critically acclaimed Goldie Vance comic, this thrilling novel explores a never-before-seen caper and features 16 full-color comic pages essential to unraveling the mystery.

Hardcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 264 pages, Text (with full color and B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $14.99.

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1st printing.

Written by Chris Colfer. Art and cover by Jon Proctor.

When we first meet her in The Land of Stories:The Wishing Spell, Goldilocks is a beautiful and tough-as-nails outlaw. Discover her origin story and more in this brand new, lushly illustrated full-color graphic novel, as she takes you on adventures where she may or may not break a few laws along the way.

Once upon a time, the kingdoms of the fairy-tale world lived in perfect harmony under the guidance of the Happily Ever After Assembly. But not all creatures and territories have been invited to this peaceful union. Monsters and criminals have found refuge in the Dwarf Forests, a land without rulers or law. When a plot by the Charming brothers is unveiled and threatens to push society's unwanted from their homes, the fairy-tale world's harmony and Goldilocks' home are put in jeopardy...

New and returning fans of the Land of Stories will fall in love with the adventures of Goldilocks before she met Alex and Conner Bailey. Fans will recognize familiar characters including Porridge, Jack, and Queen Red Riding Hood; and a ragtag team of misfits is introduced, including Puss in Boots, Little Miss Muffet, Pinocchio, and more.

Hardcover, 5 1/2-in. x 7-in., 336 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

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Book Club Edition - 1st printing. By Piers Anthony. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 248 pages, text only.

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Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Chanan Beizer. Art by Nick Pitarra, Vanessa Cardinali, Michael Allred, Stephen R. Bissette, Jae Lee, Paul Pope, and Bill Sienkiewicz. Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz.

Eisner-award winning artists Michael Allred, Stephen R. Bissette, Jae Lee, Paul Pope, and Bill Sienkiewicz, artist Nick Pitarra (co-creator of The Manhattan Projects), artist Vanessa Cardinali (Image Comics' Slumber), letterer Clem Robins (Hellboy) and debut comic book writer Chanan Beizer have teamed up to create an all-new graphic novel, The Golem of Venice Beach.

This 152-page epic about the adventures of a 400-year-old Golem spans from 16th century Europe to the horrors of World War II to modern day Venice Beach, where the Golem becomes entangled in a war between a gang and the police.

The Golem of Venice Beach is both a riveting narrative and a celebration of Southern California.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 152 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $29.00

Add to cart Near Mint $29.00

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Chanan Beizer. Art by Vanessa Cardinali, Jae Lee, David Mack, Dean Haspiel, Howard Chaykin, Stan Sakai, Juan José Ryp, Nick Dragotta, Das Pastoras, and Frank Quitely. Cover by Frank Quitely. The legend of The Golem of Venice Beach that began 400 years ago in Europe comes to a fateful conclusion in present day sunny California. Writer Chanan Beizer and artist Vanessa Cardinali (Slumber) deliver an action-packed 184-page sequel with a legendary cast of artists joining them: A wrap-around cover by superstar Frank Quitely (All-Star Superman). Eisner winner Jae Lee (Stephen King's The Dark Tower) returns to complete the story of the Golems resurrection during World War Two. David Mack (Echo) creates a unique six-page vision quest sequence of existential exploration. Famed Spanish painter Das Pastoras (Ax-Wielder Jon) crafts a striking homage to an iconic Sal Buscema pin up from 1973s groundbreaking Avengers/Defenders War. And a nine-page bonus story inspired by the classic What If…? comic book series with art by DeanHaspiel (Covid Cop), Juan José Ryp (Wolverine), Nick Dragotta (Absolute Batman), and Hall-of-Famers Howard Chaykin (American Flagg!) & Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo). Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 184 pages, full color. Cover price $45.00.

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1st printing. This precious collection of comic strips traces the sport of golf, golfers, and golf humor as depicted in newspapers and magazines all throughout the 20th century. Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 8 1/2-in., 176 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $29.95.

1st printing. Story and art by Tom Gould. Goliath of Gath isn't much of a fighter. Given half a choice, he would pick admin work over patrolling in a heartbeat, to say nothing of his distaste for engaging in combat. Nonetheless, at the behest of the king he finds himself issuing a twice-daily challenge to the Israelites. Day after day he reluctantly repeats his speech, and the isolation of this duty gives him the chance to banter with his shield-bearer and reflect on the beauty of his surroundings. This is the story of David and Goliath as seen from Goliath's side of the Valley of Elah. Goliath's battle is simultaneously tragic and bleakly funny, as bureaucracy pervades even this most mythic of figures. Hardcover, 96 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $19.95.

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1st printing. By Lisa Gardner. Hardcover, 352 pages, Text only.