Comic books in 'Kang'

1st printing. Art and cover by Alex Ross. From renowned comics artist Alex Ross, an all-new poster collection of the greatest villains from Marvel Comics. From Abomination to Venom, all your favorite Marvel Comics super villains are featured in this exclusive collection of painted portraits by Alex Ross-one of the most respected and influential artists working in comics. This eagerly anticipated follow-up to The Alex Ross Marvel Comics Poster Book is the first-ever collection of these stunning and dynamic portraits and comes with 37 ready-to-frame, removable art prints as well as an all-new introduction and commentary by Ross, preparatory sketches and ancillary illustrations, and a bonus four-page gatefold of all 37 iconic portraits. These villainous posters showcase Marvel's rogue's gallery as you've never seen them before, painted in the award-winning, breathtaking style that has made Ross famous. Softcover, 11-in. x 16-in., 80 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $22.00

Add to cart Very Fine $24.00

1st printing. Collects Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #69-71 and #267-269, Thor (1962-1996 1st Series) #140, and Incredible Hulk (1962-1999 1st series) #135.

Written by STAN LEE, ROY THOMAS and ROGER STERN. Art by JACK KIRBY, SAL BUSCEMA, HERB TRIMPE and JOHN BUSCEMA. Cover by JOHN BUSCEMA.

The super-villainy of Kang the Conqueror...unleashed at last! You've seen his true colors in YOUNG AVENGERS; now, see what came before! In a classic contest, the Grandmaster and Kang pit the Avengers against the Squadron Sinister and the wartime Invaders! And when the self-proclaimed "Ultimate Kang" sets out to conquer his alternate-reality counterparts, only one force can possibly halt his mad march: himself!?

Plus: Kang takes on Thor and the Hulk!

Softcover, 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

1st printing. Collects The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #129-149, Giant Size Avengers (1974) #2-4, and material from FOOM (1973-1978 Marvel) #12.

Written by Steve Englehart, Tony Isabella, and Roy Thomas. Art by Sal Buscema, George Tuska, Don Heck, Keith Pollard, Dave Cockrum, Joe Staton, Frank Chiaramonte, Vince Colletta, Sam Grainger, Mike Esposito, John Tartaglione, Joe Giella, and George Perez. Cover by Ron Wilson, Frank Giacoia, and John Romita, Sr. Back Cover by Gil Kane and Al Milgrom.

Throughout his AVENGERS run, Steve Englehart slowly built the mysterious Mantis into one of '70s Marvel's most intriguing characters. Here, her tale reaches its cosmic climax in a saga spanning space and time: "The Celestial Madonna!" When Kang the Conqueror arrives, the action begins. Before it's over, Kang, Rama-Tut and Immortus will have you time-twisted in two. And that's just for starters!

The origin of the Vision is revealed, and he and the Scarlet Witch wed! Then, the Avengers put out a call for new members. Beast, Hellcat and Moondragon join - while Captain America, Yellowjacket and the Wasp return. Each will be tested in a second war with Kang and the Squadron Sinister! It's a classic conflict that teams the Avengers with the heroes of the Old West!

Softcover, 504 pages, full color. Rated T

NOTE: Book 8 of the Avengers Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1974-1976.

Cover price $44.99.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects Avengers (1997-2004 3rd Series) #41-55 and Annual 2001. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Kieron Dwyer, Manuel Garcia, Brent Anderson, Ivan Reis, and Alan Davis. Cover By Kieron Dwyer. The warlord known as Kang the Conqueror returns - and this time he's enslaving the entire Earth! The only thing left standing in his way is Earths MIghtiest Heroes. Get ready for one of the most epic Avengers adventures of all time! Softcover, 384 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $29.99.

2nd Edition - 1st printing. Collects The Avengers (1997-2004 3rd Series) #41-55 and Annual 2001. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Alan Davis, Kieron Dwyer, Manuel Garcia, Brent Anderson, Ivan Reis, Mark Farmer, Scott Hanna, Bob Layton, Rick Remender, Tom Palmer, Randy Emberlin, Patch Zircher, and Scott Koblish. Cover By Alan Davis and Mark Farmer. Back Cover by Alan Davis, Mark Farmer, Kieron Dwyer, and Ariel Olivett. Kang's ultimate triumph! The time-traveling warlord called Kang the Conqueror returns - and this time he plans to enslave all of Earth! The only thing standing in his way is its mightiest heroes! Time and time again, Kang has been a thorn in the Avengers' side. But now, the Conqueror has gathered all his vast legions from multiple eras to conquer the present once and for all! Can an expanded roster of Avengers - including returning members and new recruits - wage worldwide war and hold back the colossal forces arrayed against them? Or will they face defeat and subjugation beneath Kang's merciless boot?! Kurt Busiek, one of the most celebrated AVENGERS writers of all time, crafts an epic clash between the heroes and their most dangerous foe! Softcover, 408 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $39.99.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #264-277, Alpha Flight (1983-1994 1st Series) #39, The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) Annual #15 and Avengers West Coast (1985-1994) Annual #1.

Written by Roger Stern, Bill Mantlo, Danny Fingeroth, Jim Shooter, Mark Bright, and Steve Englehart. Art by John Buscema, Tom Palmer, David Ross, Whilce Portacio, Steve Ditko and Klaus Janson, Mark Bright and Geof Isherwood. Cover by John Buscema and Tom Palmer.

The Masters of Evil take Avengers Mansion!

In one of the greatest comic-book epics of all time, Baron Zemo strikes at the very heart of the Avengers as he leads a revamped and larger-than-ever Masters of Evil in an attack on the team's home - and wins!

And as if that wasn't enough, Earth's Mightiest Heroes must survive the climax of SECRET WARS II, and a battle for the ages between Kang and Immortus! The Sub-Mariner's membership leads to public protests, but that won't stop the Avengers and Alpha Flight from lending a hand during Attuma's assault on Atlantis. Meanwhile an old friend turns enemy: What's gotten into Quicksilver? Two teams of Avengers will assemble to find out!

Softcover, 456 pages, full color.

NOTE: Book 16 of the Avengers Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1986-1987.

NOTE: "One of my All-Time favorite Avengers stories and the tale that transformed Baron Zemo II from a run of the mill villain of the month to a bona fide arch super villain to be reckoned with in the Marvel Universe." - Odinson, mycomicshop.com Archivist

Cover price $39.99.

NOTE: Book 16 of the Avengers Epic Collection - Years Covered: 1986-1987.

2nd Edition - 1st printing. Collects The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #264-277, Alpha Flight (1983-1994 1st Series) #39, The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) Annual #15 and Avengers West Coast (1985-1994) Annual #1. Written by Roger Stern, Bill Mantlo, Danny Fingeroth, Jim Shooter, Mark Bright, and Steve Englehart. Art by John Buscema, Tom Palmer, David Ross, Whilce Portacio, Steve Ditko and Klaus Janson, Mark Bright and Geof Isherwood. Cover by John Buscema and Tom Palmer. Revered author Roger Stern's beloved run on the Avengers continues! The Masters of Evil take Avengers Mansion! In one of the greatest comic-book epics of all time, Baron Zemo strikes at the very heart of the Avengers as he leads a revamped and larger-than-ever Masters of Evil in an attack on the teams home — and wins! And as if that wasnt enough, Earths Mightiest Heroes must survive the climax of SECRET WARS II, and a battle for the ages between Kang and Immortus! The Sub-Mariners membership leads to public protests, but that wont stop the Avengers and Alpha Flight from lending a hand during Attumas assault on Atlantis. Meanwhile an old friend turns enemy: Whats gotten into Quicksilver? Two teams of Avengers will assemble to find out! Softcover, 456 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $49.99.

1st printing. Collects Avengers: War Across Time (2023 Marvel) #1-5. Written by Paul Levitz. Art and Cover by Alan Davis. Journey back to the Avengers' earliest days! Eisner Hall of Famer Paul Levitz, known for his storied career at DC Comics, writes his first-ever Marvel story - a love letter to Avengers history - together with fellow superstar Alan Davis! Kang the Conqueror has targeted the classic Avengers team in a showdown that will span centuries - but what will Thor, Iron Man, Captain America, the Wasp and Giant-Man learn about the team's future? From battling the Hulk on the streets of NYC and invading the Fantastic Four's Baxter Building to facing the menaces of the Asgardian dwarves and the Lava Men, Earth's Mightiest Heroes must field every threat Kang throws their way - but despite their courage and heroism, will they ultimately be lost to the swirling mists of time? Softcover, 136 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $17.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $87.95

Add to cart Near Mint $87.95

Heroes Cover

1st printing. Collects Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars (1984) Facsimile Edition #1-12. Written by Jim Shooter. Art by Mike Zeck, Bob Layton, Jack Abel, John Esposito & Co. Cover by Mike Zeck. Introduction by Ralp h Macchio. THE GREATEST CROSSOVER OF THEM ALL, BOLDLY RE-PRESENTED IN ITS ORIGINAL FORM, ADS AND ALL! Drawn from Earth across the stars, the Marvel Universe's greatest villains and heroes are set against one another by the mysterious and unbelievably powerful Beyonder, with the winners promised the ultimate prize. But as battle lines are drawn, new alliances are forged and old enemies clash, one among them is unwilling to settle for anything less than godhood. Can even the combined might of the Avengers, Spider-Man, the Hulk, the Fantastic Four and the X-Men prevent Doctor Doom from becoming the most powerful being in the universe? Featuring shocking twists and turns - including the debut of the new Spider-Woman, a major status-quo change for the Thing and the origin of Spider-Man's alien costume! Hardcover, 9 1/2-in.x 13-in., 512 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $125.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $87.95

Add to cart Near Mint $87.95

Villains Cover

1st printing. Collects Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars (1984) Facsimile Edition #1-12. Written by Jim Shooter. Art by Mike Zeck, Bob Layton, Jack Abel, John Esposito & Co. Cover by Mike Zeck. Introduction by Ralp h Macchio. THE GREATEST CROSSOVER OF THEM ALL, BOLDLY RE-PRESENTED IN ITS ORIGINAL FORM, ADS AND ALL! Drawn from Earth across the stars, the Marvel Universe's greatest villains and heroes are set against one another by the mysterious and unbelievably powerful Beyonder, with the winners promised the ultimate prize. But as battle lines are drawn, new alliances are forged and old enemies clash, one among them is unwilling to settle for anything less than godhood. Can even the combined might of the Avengers, Spider-Man, the Hulk, the Fantastic Four and the X-Men prevent Doctor Doom from becoming the most powerful being in the universe? Featuring shocking twists and turns - including the debut of the new Spider-Woman, a major status-quo change for the Thing and the origin of Spider-Man's alien costume! Hardcover, 9 1/2-in.x 13-in., 512 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $125.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $87.95

Add to cart Near Mint $87.95

Direct Market Cover

1st printing. Collects Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars (1984) Facsimile Edition #1-12. Written by Jim Shooter. Art by Mike Zeck, Bob Layton, Jack Abel, John Esposito & Co. Cover by Mike Zeck. Introduction by Ralp h Macchio. THE GREATEST CROSSOVER OF THEM ALL, BOLDLY RE-PRESENTED IN ITS ORIGINAL FORM, ADS AND ALL! Drawn from Earth across the stars, the Marvel Universe's greatest villains and heroes are set against one another by the mysterious and unbelievably powerful Beyonder, with the winners promised the ultimate prize. But as battle lines are drawn, new alliances are forged and old enemies clash, one among them is unwilling to settle for anything less than godhood. Can even the combined might of the Avengers, Spider-Man, the Hulk, the Fantastic Four and the X-Men prevent Doctor Doom from becoming the most powerful being in the universe? Featuring shocking twists and turns - including the debut of the new Spider-Woman, a major status-quo change for the Thing and the origin of Spider-Man's alien costume! Hardcover, 9 1/2-in.x 13-in., 512 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $125.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $49.00

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #1-20. Written by Stan Lee, Larry Ivie [as Paul Laiken], and Larry Lieber. Art by Jack Kirby, Don Heck, Dick Ayers, Paul Reinman, George Roussos, Chic Stone, Vince Colletta, Mike Esposito (as Mickey Demeo), and Wally Wood. Cover by Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers. Foreword by Kevin Feige. Earth's Mightiest Heroes Introduction by Kurt Busiek. Relive the classic early adventures of Avengers #1-20 now available as a compact trade edition. TASCHEN has attempted to create an ideal representation of these books as they were produced at the time of publication. The most pristine pedigreed comics have been cracked open and photographed for reproduction in close collaboration with Marvel and the Certified Guaranty Company. Each page has then been digitally remastered using modern retouching techniques to correct problems with the era's inexpensive, imperfect printing-as if hot off a world-class 1960s printing press. Accompanying the stories are an original foreword by Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige and an in-depth history by the Eisner Award-winning writer Kurt Busiek that's illustrated with original art, little-seen photographs, and rare documents. Hardcover, 8-in. x 12-in., 642 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $80.00.

Add to cart Fine $12.00

New Edition - 1st printing.

Foreword by Chris Claremont. Introduction by Stan Lee. Consultant Editor: Tom DeFalco. Contributors: Adam Bray, Tom Brevoort, Alan Cowsil, Andrew Darling, Matt RForbeck, Peter Sanderson, Michael Teitelbaum, and Daniel Wallace. Cover by Marco Checchetto.

Keep up with the ever-expanding Marvel Universe with the new edition of DK's best-selling Marvel Encyclopedia. Updated and expanded, this definitive Who's Who of Marvel Comics reveals vital info and secret histories of more than 1,200 classic and brand new Marvel characters, and provides the lowdown on recent key events including Civil War 2, Secret Empire, and Infinity Countdown. From iconic teams such as the Avengers, X-Men, and Guardians of the Galaxy to fan favorites Black Panther, Deadpool, and Captain Marvel to rising stars Amadeus Cho, Squirrel Girl and the Exiles, every significant Marvel character is showcased with the latest comic artwork.

Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 448 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

Add to cart Very Fine $16.00

Add to cart Fine $13.00

New Edition - 2nd and later printings. Foreword by Chris Claremont. Introduction by Stan Lee. Consultant Editor: Tom DeFalco. Contributors: Adam Bray, Tom Brevoort, Alan Cowsil, Andrew Darling, Matt RForbeck, Peter Sanderson, Michael Teitelbaum, and Daniel Wallace. Cover by Marco Checchetto. Keep up with the ever-expanding Marvel Universe with the new edition of DK's best-selling Marvel Encyclopedia. Updated and expanded, this definitive Who's Who of Marvel Comics reveals vital info and secret histories of more than 1,200 classic and brand new Marvel characters, and provides the lowdown on recent key events including Civil War 2, Secret Empire, and Infinity Countdown. From iconic teams such as the Avengers, X-Men, and Guardians of the Galaxy to fan favorites Black Panther, Deadpool, and Captain Marvel to rising stars Amadeus Cho, Squirrel Girl and the Exiles, every significant Marvel character is showcased with the latest comic artwork. Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 448 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

1st printing. Collects The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #267-269, Giant Size Marvel Adventures Avengers (2007), and The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl (2015 2nd Series) #42. Written by Roger Stern, Jeff Parker, and Ryan North. Art by John Buscema, Tom Palmer, Leonard Kirk, Val Staples, Naomi Franquiz, Derek Charm, and Erica Henderson. Cover by Jim Cheung. Back Cover by Leonard Kirk. In the past, present and future of the Marvel-Verse, never has there been a conqueror quite like Kang! Get to know the time-traveling tyrant from the 31st century in these epic clashes with the heroes of today! When the self-proclaimed "Ultimate Kang" sets out to conquer his own alternate-reality counterparts, the Council of Kangs, the Avengers assemble to oppose him! But only one force can possibly halt his mad march: himself! Then, Kang returns to wreak chronal chaos, uniting the Avengers with 1950s heroes the Agents of Atlas in a complex plot to make himself master of the world! Plus: Squirrel Girl's unbeatable reputation is tested to its limits across three eras! Can Kang conquer the unconquerable? Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 120 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "Galactus to Kang!"

Written by Mark Gruenwald and Peter Sanderson. Cover by Paul Ryan.

This is the original encyclopedia series to the Marvel Universe. Volume 3 collects detailed dossiers on Galactus to Kang.

Featuring the art of John Byrne, Dave Cockrum, John Buscema, John Romtia, Sr., Kerry Gammill, Paul Smith, Walt Simonson, Mike Zeck, Curt Swan, John Romita, Jr., Brent Anderson, and many more.

Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $6.95.

Add to cart Very Good $7.10

Volume 3 - 2nd and later printings. "Galactus to Kang!"

Written by Mark Gruenwald and Peter Sanderson. Cover by Paul Ryan.

This is the original encyclopedia series to the Marvel Universe. Volume 3 collects detailed dossiers on Galactus to Kang.

Featuring the art of John Byrne, Dave Cockrum, John Buscema, John Romtia, Sr., Kerry Gammill, Paul Smith, Walt Simonson, Mike Zeck, Curt Swan, John Romita, Jr., Brent Anderson, and many more.

Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $7.95.

1st printing. Cover by Mike Allred. Edited by Gina Misiroglu and Michael Eury. Foreword by Stan Lee. Includes entries written by Mike W. Barr, Andy Mangels, Heidi MacDonald, Peter Sanderson, Peter Coogan. From Lex Luthor to Doctor Doom. From Thanos to Darkseid. From Emperor Palpatine to Khan. This is a comprehensive look at almost every single super villain to have ever appeared in comics, movies, and television. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 440 pages, PC/PB&W. NOTE: "I wish The Supervillain Book could be required reading so that all the bizarre knowledge that fans like me have on the subject would be shared by everyone." - Alex Ross Cover price $29.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.00

Add to cart Near Mint $5.00

Add to cart Very Fine $4.00

Add to cart Very Fine $4.00

Written by Adam Warren. Art by Joey Vazquez. Cover by David Baldeon. The Fantastic Four may not have much history with Venom - beyond helping Spider-Man capture the symbiote way back when - but when both Doctor Doom and Kang the Conqueror start getting involved in the war…now we've got the FF's attention! It's a wild battle of mad geniuses that spans thousands of years and also the space of a breath - with stakes that only the Fantastic Four could fathom! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Add to cart Near Mint $4.00

Written by Adam Warren. Art by Joey Vazquez. Cover by Walt Simonson. The Fantastic Four may not have much history with Venom - beyond helping Spider-Man capture the symbiote way back when - but when both Doctor Doom and Kang the Conqueror start getting involved in the war…now we've got the FF's attention! It's a wild battle of mad geniuses that spans thousands of years and also the space of a breath - with stakes that only the Fantastic Four could fathom! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.