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Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual 4 CGC 9.8

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Label #4649142009

All-new 41-page story "The Web and the Flame!" Guest-starring the Human Torch. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Larry Lieber. Inks by Mike Esposito (aka Mickey Demeo) and Tony Mortellaro. Cover by Larry Lieber and Mike Esposito. The action starts with a bang as the Amazing Spider-Man spies the Human Torch running amok through the heart of Manhattan! What has gotten into Johnny Storm? The web-slinger swoops into stop the torch and discovers that the fiery member of the FF is just filming a movie! The embarrassed wall-crawler quickly departs, but an observant super-villain nearby begins to formulate a devious plan! One thing leads to another and both Spidey and the torch are invited to shoot a brand new movie in Hollywood! But the duo might want to check the identities of the director and producer first! After a mishap on the set, the temporary teammates at last find their adversaries and a giant mechanical gorilla! Roll the cameras for Spider-Man and the Human Torch vs. Mysterio and the Wizard! Cameo appearances by J. Jonah Jameson and actress Elizabeth Taylor. First backup feature: "The Coffee Bean Barn" Two-page illustration of Peter Parker and his friends. Script by Stan Lee. Pencils by Larry Lieber. Inks by Mike Esposito. Second backup feature: "What the Well-Dressed Spider-Man Will Wear" Two-page illustration of the web-slinger's costume and web-shooter. Third backup feature: "Spidey's Greatest Talent" Four-page illustration of the wall-crawler's powers. Fourth backup feature: One-page pin-up of Spider-Man with the Thing, Thor, Hercules, Sub-Mariner, and the Hulk. Art by Larry Lieber, Jack Kirby, and Mike Esposito. Fifth backup feature: "Say Hello to Spidey's Favorite Foes!" Two-page illustration of eight favorite foes including Dr. Octopus and the Green Goblin. Art by Larry Lieber, John Romita, Jack Kirby, Mike Esposito, and Joe Sinnott. Sixth backup feature: "A Visit to Petey's Pad!" Two-page illustration of Peter Parker and Harry Osborn's apartment. (Notes: Mysterio battles the web-slinger again in Amazing Spider-Man 66 & 67. John Romita contributed pencils to the inside front cover splash page. This story was reprinted in Giant-Size Spider-Man 6.) 68 pages. 25 cent cover price. Cover price $0.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual 7 CGC 9.2

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Label #4655338022

This annual features three reprint stories and a new cover by John Romita. First story reprinted from Amazing Spider-Man 1: "Spider-Man vs. the Chameleon!" Script by Stan Lee. Art by Steve Ditko. Guest-starring the Fantastic Four. The web-slinger tries to join the FF but ends up tussling with the Chameleon instead. Second story reprinted from Amazing Spider-Man 2: "Duel to the Death with the Vulture!" Script by Stan Lee. Art by Steve Ditko. The wall-crawler battles the Vulture for the first time and makes J. Jonah Jameson very happy with his pictures of the fight. Third story reprinted from Amazing Spider-Man 38: "Just a Guy Named Joe!" Script by Stan Lee. Art by Steve Ditko. Spidey clashes with a down-on-his-luck boxer. Special feature: 6 pages of assorted pin-ups and illustrations (with art by Steve Ditko and John Romita) featuring Spider-Man, Mysterio, the Vulture, Sandman, Electro, and Mary Jane Watson. 68 pages. 25 cents. Cover price $0.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual 16N CGC 7.0

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Newsstand Edition.

Label #4024670010

Newsstand Edition. "Who's That Lady?" First appearance of the second Captain Marvel, Monica Rambeau. Guest-starring the Avengers and the Thing. Script by Roger Stern. Art by John Romita Jr. (breakdowns) and John Romita Sr. (finishes). Cover by John Romita Jr. and John Romita Sr. It's the dazzling debut of the new Captain Marvel (aka Monica Rambeau)! After gaining her powers in a freak accident on an offshore oil rig, the New Orleans native needs help controlling her awesome new abilities! Monica travels to New York City in hopes of finding the Fantastic Four! But she bumps into the Spectacular Spider-Man first! After eluding the web-slinger, Captain Marvel zooms to the Baxter Building! However, Ben Grimm can only offer moral support, so he sends the distressed captain to Avengers Mansion! Once there Shell-head and the Wasp attempt to stabilize Captain Marvel's runaway powers, but the wall-crawler inadvertently interferes! Is the new Captain Marvel's superhero career going to be over...before it even starts? Cameo appearances by Harry Osborn and Liz (Allan) Osborn. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Hawkeye, Iron Man, She-Hulk, Thor, and the Wasp. First backup feature: "The Many Loves of Peter Parker" One-page breakdown of the various loves of Peter Parker's life. Second backup feature: "The Daily Bugle" One-page illustration of the cast of characters at the Daily Bugle. (Note: Captain Marvel appears next in Avengers 227.) 52 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual 21N VF 8.0 Newsstand Variant

Newsstand Edition. The marriage of Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson in "The Wedding." Plot by Jim Shooter. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Paul Ryan. Inks by Vince Colletta. Cover by John Romita Sr. Newsstand Edition. At long last wedding bells ring for Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson! What an exciting day! The blushing bride will need something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue! While the Amazing Spider-Man will need to take care of two things before the big day! First, the easy task...short circuit Electro's latest scheme! And second, the tough one...put the memory and heartache of Gwen Stacy in the past forever. Will another trip to the Brooklyn Bridge bring peace to the wondrous wall-crawler? Or will the ghosts of days gone by derail a bright future with Mary Jane? Carpe diem, web-slinger! Appearances by Flash Thompson, Harry Osborn, Liz Osborn, Betty Leeds, Aunt May, Anna Watson, Joe Robertson, J. Jonah Jameson, and Willi Smith. Flashback cameos by the Green Goblin, Gwen Stacy, and Uncle Ben. (Notes: Peter and Mary Jane go on their honeymoon in Spectacular Spider-Man Annual 7. The Direct Edition cover features Peter Parker's friends and family. The Newsstand Edition depicts Spider-Man's friends and foes. Amazing Spider-Man Annual 21 was one of the first issues Marvel published with two different covers. This story was reprinted in the 1991 trade paperback: the Amazing Spider-Man - The Wedding.) 52 pages. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual 21N FN- 5.5 Newsstand Variant

Newsstand Edition. The marriage of Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson in "The Wedding." Plot by Jim Shooter. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Paul Ryan. Inks by Vince Colletta. Cover by John Romita Sr. Newsstand Edition. At long last wedding bells ring for Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson! What an exciting day! The blushing bride will need something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue! While the Amazing Spider-Man will need to take care of two things before the big day! First, the easy task...short circuit Electro's latest scheme! And second, the tough one...put the memory and heartache of Gwen Stacy in the past forever. Will another trip to the Brooklyn Bridge bring peace to the wondrous wall-crawler? Or will the ghosts of days gone by derail a bright future with Mary Jane? Carpe diem, web-slinger! Appearances by Flash Thompson, Harry Osborn, Liz Osborn, Betty Leeds, Aunt May, Anna Watson, Joe Robertson, J. Jonah Jameson, and Willi Smith. Flashback cameos by the Green Goblin, Gwen Stacy, and Uncle Ben. (Notes: Peter and Mary Jane go on their honeymoon in Spectacular Spider-Man Annual 7. The Direct Edition cover features Peter Parker's friends and family. The Newsstand Edition depicts Spider-Man's friends and foes. Amazing Spider-Man Annual 21 was one of the first issues Marvel published with two different covers. This story was reprinted in the 1991 trade paperback: the Amazing Spider-Man - The Wedding.) 52 pages. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual 28 CGC 9.8

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Label #4609864018

It's Carnage versus Spidey in "The Mortal Past, script by David Michelinie, pencils by Steven Butler, inks by Bud LaRosa; Cletus breaks out of jail and goes looking for one of his childhood friends...to kill him! Fatal Instinct, script by Tom Brevoort and Mike Kanterovich, pencils by Anthony Williams, inks by Keith Williams; Cloak and Dagger stop some drug dealers. Mr. Smith Goes to Town starring Joe Smith and Julia Trainor, with Cameo by Captain America, script by Tom Brevoort and Mike Kanterovich, pencils by Mark Tenny, inks by Joe Rubinstein. No Son of Mine, script by Eric Fein, art by Larry Alexander; Someone breaks into Rhino's home and steals his niece's locket; Rhino's not happy. 3 pages of Mark Bagley sketches (Peter and Mary Jane's apartment, and the new Vulture). 68 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.95.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual Canadian Price Variant 1 CGC 4.0

Paper: Off white

Canadian Edition.

Label #4645615002

Canadian Edition (blank interior covers). Cover art by Steve Ditko. First appearance of the Sinister Six (Doctor Octopus, Electro, Kraven the Hunter, Mysterio, Sandman, and the Vulture) in a new 41-page story, "The Sinister Six!" Script by Stan Lee, art by Steve Ditko; Dr. Octopus organizes the Sinister Six, composed of other Spider-Man Villains; They capture Betty Brant and Aunt May and force Spider-Man to rescue them. Cameos by the X-Men, the Fantastic Four, Captain America, Thor, Iron Man, Iron Man, Giant Man, and the Wasp. Lots of back-up features (all art by Ditko): 14 pages of pin-ups (Spider-Man's most famous foes); 9-page "The Secrets of Spider-Man"; 3-page "How Stan Lee and Steve Ditko Create Spider-Man!"; and other miscellaneous pin-ups. Giant 76-page issue! Most of this issue reprinted in Marvel Tales # 150. 76 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Australian Price Variant 361 CGC 7.0

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Australian Price Variant.

Label #4647406003

Australian Price Variant. $1.80 AUS. First (full) appearance of Carnage in "Savage Genesis!" Part 1 of 3. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Blood runs in the streets as a serial killer roams New York City! And as the web-slinger investigates the murders, he notices a very disturbing similarity to another killer's modus operandi! In a burned-out building in Brooklyn, the spectacular one comes face-to-face with his new homicidal foe...Carnage! Can the wall-crawler end Cletus Kasady's rampage in their very first encounter? Cameo appearances by Aunt May and Mary Jane Watson. Flashback cameo by Venom. (Note: This three-part story was reprinted in 2011 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Vengeance of Venom.) 32 pages.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Australian Price Variant 362 CGC 9.8

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Australian Price Variant.

Label #4647406004

Australian Price Variant. $1.80 AUS. "Savage Alliance!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Human Torch. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. After getting a taste of Carnage's raw power last issue, the wall-crawler knows he needs serious help! To that end the amazing one does the unthinkable! He pays a visit to Venom! Wow, is that a good idea? However as a precaution the web-slinger brings Johnny Storm along for the ride to Venom's deserted island! And following an intense battle, Venom surprisingly agrees to help his good pal Spidey! So in a truly unlikely pairing, the Spectacular Spider-Man and the Lethal Protector join forces to take down Carnage! You have to see it to believe it! Cameo appearance by J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: The issue includes a full-page ad for the Toxic Crusaders (1992) series with art by Sam Kieth.) 32 pages.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Australian Price Variant 363 CGC 9.8

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Australian Price Variant.

Label #4647406005

Australian Price Variant. $1.80 cover price. "Savage Alliance!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Human Torch. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. After getting a taste of Carnage's raw power last issue, the wall-crawler knows he needs serious help! To that end the amazing one does the unthinkable! He pays a visit to Venom! Wow, is that a good idea? However as a precaution the web-slinger brings Johnny Storm along for the ride to Venom's deserted island! And following an intense battle, Venom surprisingly agrees to help his good pal Spidey! So in a truly unlikely pairing, the Spectacular Spider-Man and the Lethal Protector join forces to take down Carnage! You have to see it to believe it! Cameo appearance by J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: The issue includes a full-page ad for the Toxic Crusaders (1992) series with art by Sam Kieth.) 32 pages.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Golden Record Reprint 1COMIC VF- 7.5 Comic Only Variant

COMIC ONLY NO RECORD. The Amazing Spider-Man Golden Record Reprint (28-pages, full-color, standard comic format) was produced in 1966 and reprints Amazing Spider-Man #1. Although the reprint, at first glance, looks like the original, there are differences. There is no cover price on the reprint, and the back cover, as well as the inside covers, promote the Golden Record LP series of which the Amazing Spider-Man #1 is a part. The four Marvel Golden Record LPs came with a reprint comic, and each originally sold for $2.49 (record and comic together). In addition to the Amazing Spider-Man LP, there were records produced for Thor (Journey into Mystery #83), Avengers #4; and Fantastic Four #1, all with their own reprint comic. We bought these sets when they first appeared and can still remember following the story in the comic reprint while the record played and the narrator read the story to us. Just to make sure we didn't lose our place, he would say "Turn page," each time he finished the last panel on a page.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Mark Jewelers 229MJ VF 8.0

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. The Juggernaut versus Madame Web in "Nothing Can Stop the Juggernaut!" Script by Roger Stern, pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Jim Mooney. Cameos by the X-Men, the Avengers, the Fantastic Four, and Wong (Dr. Strange's servant). Romita Jr./Al Milgrom cover. Cover price $0.60.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) National Diamond 97NDS CBCS 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

National Diamond Sales insert.

Label #20-2FCF988-002

National Diamond Sales Advertisement Insert Variant. This classic issue is the second of three that were not approved by the Comics Code Authority because of the (anti-)drug themed story. (See notes on issue 96 for more information.) The Green Goblin tries to get his mitts on Spidey in "In the Grip of the Goblin." Script by Stan Lee, pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Frank Giacoia. John Romita Sr. cover. Reprinted in Marvel Tales #78 and 191. Cover price $0.15.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Whitman Variants 180 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Multi-Pack Edition.

Label #4521417002

Whitman Variant. "Who Was That Goblin I Saw You With?" Part 5 of 5. Script by Len Wein. Art by Ross Andru (breakdowns) and Mike Esposito (finishes). Cover by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito. This is it! The awesome conclusion to the five-part goblin saga! At Radio City Music Hall, the Green Goblin emerges triumphant! And the devious purple and green villain flies to an incinerating plant in Brooklyn to throw the unconscious web-slinger into a smokestack! But the spectacular one wakes up just in time! And the final donnybrook between the Green Goblin and the Amazing Spider-Man begins! The wall-crawler is in control of the battle...until a second goblin arrives on the scene! What?! Who? The web-slinger watches in shock as the battle of the goblins unfolds! Can Harry Osborn exorcise the demons of his past? And somehow return to a normal life? An uplifting story! Final appearance of Dr. Bart Hamilton. Cameo appearances by Silvermane, J. Jonah Jameson, Joe Robertson, and Liz Allan. Flashback cameos by Harry Osborn and the Spider-clone. (Notes: More than a decade passes before Harry Osborn becomes the Green Goblin again in Amazing Spider-Man 312. The incinerating plant in this story is the same one where the web-slinger disposed of his clone in Amazing Spider-Man 151. Silvermane returns in Spectacular Spider-Man Annual 2. This issue concludes Len Wein's terrific two-and-a-half year run as the writer of the Amazing Spider-Man title.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.35.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 1A.D CGC 9.8 Byrne Variant

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Label #4391301006

Direct Edition. Standard Wraparound Cover by John Byrne. The Fantastic Four, Daredevil and the Avengers wonder where Spider-Man's disappeared to in "Where R U Spider-Man???" Story by Howard Mackie, art by John Byrne & Scott Hanna. Plus: The Scorpion in the 4-page "Rebirth!" by Howard Mackie, Rafael Kayanan & Jimmy Palmiotti. Plus: "The Secrets of Spider-Man," a 4-page tale written, drawn & lettered by John Byrne. 54 pgs. Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 14 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123001

Howard Mackie/John Byrne/Dan Green. Guest-starring the new Spider-Woman! In the aftermath of last month's shock ending (see, we told you it was big!) Mattie Franklin seeks out her friend Peter Parker. But little does our young hero know that she's being pursued by Julia Carpenter, the former Spider-Woman, and the daughter of Madame Web! And when these three ladies clash, the outcome is nothing that you can predict! The action continues next month in SPIDER-WOMAN #9! Cover by John Byrne 36 pgs. Cover price $1.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 26 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123002

Cover by John Romita jr. Howard Mackie/John Romita jr./Scott Hanna What is the connection between Peter Parker's father and a one-time enemy of Spider-Man? Find out as the wall-crawler investigates the life of his dearly departed dad! 36 pgs. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 27 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123003

Cover by John Romita Jr. Howard Mackie/John Romita Jr./Scott Hanna In the aftermath of the Green Goblin saga, Peter Parker must wonder: is Spider-Man just a burden on all those he cares for? And when Spidey tries something as simple as rescuing a cat stuck in a tree, why do A.I.M. assassins move in for the kill? 36 pgs. FC Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 30 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1620488030

Cover by J. Scott Campbell. Story by J. Michael Straczynski, art by John Romita Jr. THE SCOOP: A new era unfolds as acclaimed writer J. Michael Straczynski takes the reins of Marvel's flagship character! THE STORY: As Peter Parker gets back into the swing of his life, a sudden encounter with an enigmatic stranger will forever change the way he will look at himself? And his alter ego, the ever-amazing Spider-Man. THE CREATORS: He's launched two hits with Rising Stars and Midnight Nation, and now Straczynski teams up with penciler John Romita Jr. to form the Spidey dream team supreme! And can you believe we have none other than J. Scott Campbell on covers? THE FORMAT: 36 pages, full color, with ads. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 30 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0142602009

Cover by J. Scott Campbell. Story by J. Michael Straczynski, art by John Romita Jr. THE SCOOP: A new era unfolds as acclaimed writer J. Michael Straczynski takes the reins of Marvel's flagship character! THE STORY: As Peter Parker gets back into the swing of his life, a sudden encounter with an enigmatic stranger will forever change the way he will look at himself? And his alter ego, the ever-amazing Spider-Man. THE CREATORS: He's launched two hits with Rising Stars and Midnight Nation, and now Straczynski teams up with penciler John Romita Jr. to form the Spidey dream team supreme! And can you believe we have none other than J. Scott Campbell on covers? THE FORMAT: 36 pages, full color, with ads. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 33 CGC 9.8

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Label #4391301016

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #33 cover by J. Scott Campbell J. Michael Straczynski/ John Romita Jr./Scott Hanna The new era continues as writer J. Michael Straczynski takes the reins of Marvel's flagship title! Still reeling from the questions posed by the enigmatic Ezekiel, Peter Parker digs deeper into his roots, searching for a deeper understanding of his powers, and, ultimately, himself. Meanwhile, the morbid Morlun prepares to make his move on Spider-Man! 36 pgs. 7-59606-04716-1-03311 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 35 CGC 9.8

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Label #4391301018

Cover by J. Scott Campbell. J. Michael Straczynski/John Romita Jr./Scott Hanna. THE SCOOP: If J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr. shocked you before... well, this is the real deal! JMS SPEAKS: ""You may think you've seen the greatest confrontations in Peter Parker's life. You're wrong. Since his debut in AMAZING FANTASY #15, nearly four decades ago, Peter Parker has been running from the one, singular confrontation that will change his life. The one he has feared, and dreaded, since he assumed the role of Spider-Man. He has now run out of room to run. This is a confrontation 40 years in the making. No hype. No bombast... but no clues. We can't even give you any names, because that would ruin the surprise. But starting with issue #35, and climaxing in issue #37, the biggest question asked by fans for decades will finally become a reality. This is the Big One. The one that will have you talking for the next year. Honest." THE BUZZ: "I can't say enough good things about this book. J. Michael Straczynski has come along and turned the Spider Saga on its ear. With John Romita Jr.'s pencils backing it up, this book is hot!" -ComicBookGalaxy.com 36 pgs. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 41 CGC 9.8

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Label #4534158001

Cover by Jason Pearson J. Michael Straczynski (w)/ John Romita Jr. (p)/Scott Hanna (I) THE SCOOP: The hits just keep on coming! THE STORY: It's by J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr. -- what more do you need to know? THE FORMAT: 44 pages, with ads. 7-59606-04716-1-04311 (Marvel PG) 2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 46 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123011

Cover by Frank Cho. "Unnatural Enemies," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Taking inventory of his crummy life, Peter tries to get some sleep; He only succeeds when Dr. Strange induces sleep in order to talk to Spider-Man in his dreams; He warns Spidey that he made himself noticeable to mystical predators by leaving the path in the astral plane when he tackled Shade, then refers him to page 73 of his etymology book; Peter wakes and checks the book, finding an entry on the spider-wasp; Several days later, a spider-wasp-like creature calling herself Shathra attacks Spidey; She wants to toy with him before killing him but Spidey manages to get away, ducking into a subway station and maneuvering Shathra into being hit by a train; Before she is struck, she utters the name "Parker" and Spidey realizes she knows his secret; Later, playing a new game, Shathra takes human form, goes to the Daily Bugle, and tells them she and Spider-Man were lovers. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 47 CGC 9.6

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Label #4631123010

Cover by Frank Cho. "The Life & Death of Spiders," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; At Midtown High, Peter enters the teachers' lounge to find "Sharon Keller" on TV talking about her affair with Spider-Man; Recognizing "Sharon" as a disguised Shathra, Peter calls MJ to assure her it isn't true but hears the doubt in her voice; Elsewhere, Ezekiel sees the broadcast and decides he's been away too long; Furious, Spidey attacks the TV studio, inducing Shathra to reveal her true self on camera. Losing control, Spidey beats on her relentlessly, realizing too late that he has given in to his spider personna as Shathra wanted; Her meal now ripe, Shathra tags Spidey with a paralyzing stinger; He manages to escape in a cab; Seeing the mass of yellow cabs on the street, Shathra doesn't know which one to pursue; Fighting the stinger's toxins, Spidey stumbles into the Museum of Natural History's "The Life and Death of Spiders!" exhibit. 3-page Uncanny X-Men #416 preview, script by Chuck Austen, pencils by Kia Asamiya, inks by Kia Asamiya. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 49 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123009

Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna. "Bad Connections," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Ezekiel tells Peter to consider Morlun and Shathra appetizers to an impeding huge menace before sending him to the airport in a limo with a first-class ticket to New York; Peter tells Ezekiel he's a good guy; Ezekiel hopes he still feels that way when he learns the truth; Peter trades his first-class ticket to New York for a coach ticket to Los Angeles, unaware that MJ has arrived at his New York apartment; As Peter wallcrawls into MJ's empty hotel room, MJ hangs out in Peter's vacant apartment; Deciding the empty dwellings are signs of things ending, they head back to their own lives; A bad storm forces both their planes to land in Denver where Peter spots MJ only because his eyes is drawn to a spider on an airport seat. 4-page preview of The Avengers #65, script by Geoff Johns, pencils by Olivier Coipel, inks by Andy Lanning. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 50 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123008

Cover pencils by J. Scott Campbell, inks by Tim Townsend. "Doomed Affairs," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Peter Parker and Mary Jane get stranded in the same Colorado airport after flying across the country in an attempt to see each other; While waiting for the weather to clear the two begin to patch up their rocky marriage, but unfortunately they are interrupted by another stuck traveler, Doctor DOOM!; DOOM is suddenly attacked by Latverian freedom fighters, but Spider-Man and an undercover Captain America arrive just in time to save the besieged dictator, as well as the nearby innocents. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 53 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123007

Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna. "Parts and Pieces," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Digger attacks another of Morris Forelli's interests, but Spider-Man is there to stop him; Unfortunately so is a hit crew hired by Forelli to take down Digger for good; The hit crew only covers Digger's escape, while Spider-man discovers a way to take down the zombie Hulk, and tension flares between Spider-Man and the Forelli family. 44 pgs., full color. 5-page preview of Ultimate X-Men #34, script by Brian Michael Bendis, art by David Finch. 44 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 54 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123006

Cover by Terry Dodson. "The Balancing of Karmic Accounts," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Armed with a way to take Digger down, Spider-Man and Lieutenant William Lamont put his idea to the test; Spidey attacks Digger, chasing him into the sewer; Also, Spidey has a little surprise for his new boss, Morris Forelli. 44 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 55 CGC 9.4

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Label #4631123005

Cover by Mike Deodato, Jr. "Unintended Consequences," script by Fiona Avery (story, script) and J. Michael Straczynski (story), pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Peter finds some kids loitering outside the school; When he tells them they are late for class, they reply that they aren't students anymore!; All but Melissa, a young girl on crutches, whom Peter helps to class; Taking an interest in her, Peter checks her transcript and learns she was forced to drop Honors Biology against her wishes; He arranges to get her transferred into his Honnor Bio class and even walks her home; There, he clumsily stops a robber making off with some of her family's possessions; Peter meets Melissa's mother Laura and hears about her brother Jack whom Spidey sent to jail for carjacking. 36 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 57 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123004

Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Pencils by JOHN ROMITA JR. Cover by TONY HARRIS J. Michael Straczynski is back flying the Spider-Man ship solo in a 2-part story arc leading up to October's AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #500! Entitled "HAPPY BIRTHDAY," the story kicks off with a major inter-dimensional threat unveiled on midtown Manhattan, spurring Spider-Man into battle alongside a who's who roster of guest-stars, including the FF, Thor, Iron Man, Cyclops, and Dr. Strange. This is JMS and JR throwing down with some major widescreen action, and it leads to the monumental #500, featuring a moment that will catch comicdom completely by surprise. 36 PGS./MARVEL PG...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-05711 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 507 CGC 9.6

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Label #4631123023

Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna. "The Book of Ezekiel: Chapter Two," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Peter wakes from a dream of spiders pouring out of Mary Jane's mouth; Ezekiel calls him about thousands of spiders swarming the city; J. Jonah Jameson blames Spider-Man for them; Mary Jane auditions for an acting role when a spider-covered SUV crashes through the wall; Spider-Man rescues her, then reconvenes with Ezekiel, who says he warned him; The Gatekeeper attacks Spidey. 36 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 510 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123024

Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Penciled by MIKE DEODATO JR. Cover by MIKE DEODATO JR. "SINS PAST" 2 (OF 6) The second part of a Spider-Man arc that will have people talking for years. Featuring art by new series regular Mike Deodato. One more reason not to miss a single issue! 40 PGS./MARVEL PSR...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-51011 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 512 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123022

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #512 Written by J. Michael Straczynski Cover & Pencils by Mike Deodato "SINS PAST" 4 (OF 6) The worst defeat that Peter Parker ever endured ? a moment frozen in the minds of Spider-Man fans everywhere -- was supposed to be far in his past. But now, two villains? ripped, perhaps, directly from that very moment -- have emerged and they threaten to destroy everything that he holds dear. 36 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-51211 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 513 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123021

Direct Edition. AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #513 Written by J. Michael Straczynski Pencils & Cover by Mike Deodato JR. "SINS PAST" PART 5 (OF 6) The worst defeat that Peter Parker ever endured? a moment frozen in the minds of Spider-Man fans everywhere? was supposed to be far in his past. But now, two villains? ripped, perhaps, directly from that very moment? have emerged, and they threaten to destroy everything that he holds dear! IF YOU EVER THOUGHT YOU WERE A SPIDER-MAN FAN, YOU CAN'T MISS THIS ISSUE! 40 PGS./MARVEL PSR ...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-51311 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 514 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123020

Direct Edition. Written by J. Michael Straczynski Pencils & Cover by Mike Deodato "SINS PAST" PART 6 (OF 6) All is revealed in the pulse-pounding conclusion to "Sins Past"! 36 PGS./ MARVEL PSR ...$2.25 UPC: 5960604716-51411 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 523 CGC 9.6

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Label #4226136004

Written by J. Michael Straczynski Penciled by Mike Deodato Cover by Terry Dodson "MOVING UP." It's the sensational Spider-Man versus the horrendous hordes of Hydra as the villainous organization makes its final push to seize control of the country! Standing in the way? Everyone's favorite wall-crawler. But will Spidey have enough left in the tank to take out the group of terrorists and save the day? Part 5 (of 6). 40 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP ...$2.50 Cover price $2.50.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 528B CGC 9.6 Wieringo 1:8 Variant

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Variant Edition.

Label #2099242020

LIMITED EDITION VARIANT - Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI. Pencils by MIKE DEODATO. Cover by MIKE WIERINGO and KARL KESEL. THE SPIDER-MAN CROSSOVER EVENT OF THE DECADE ENDS HERE! The fourth and final month of "The Other," a startling super-story spanning four months that has turned the wall-crawler's world upside down! The next stage in Spidey's history starts here, True Believer! Changes take many forms. Peter Parker's stared into the abyss -- but did it stare back into him? Or is he better armed for the next chapter of his life...a chapter that will transform his world even further...and, indeed, the entire Marvel Universe? 36 PGS./T+ SUGGESTED FOR TEENS AND UP. Cover price $2.50.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 539A CGC 9.8 Garney 1st Printing

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Label #4574416003

First Printing. Written by J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI Pencils and Cover by RON GARNEY 'Back in Black,' Part 1 Look what someone found in their closet! Reeling in the aftermath of the Civil War that's wracked the Marvel Universe, Peter Parker has got plenty of reasons to consider a change of wardrobe. Black is his state of mind. But the worst is yet to come for Spider-Man. Get on board here, True Believer, as we gear up for an event that will forever change the life of your favorite web-slinger. There IS no going back. 36 pgs. Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 575 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631124023

Written by JOE KELLY Pencils & Cover by CHRIS BACHALO As the Mayoral election ramps up, gang activity is at an all time high...and Mr. Negative's newest enforcer, HAMMERHEAD, works to bring all the gangs under one banner...or else. With some of the kids from Aunt May's F.E.A.S.T. center caught in the crossfire, Spidey stands up to his old foe...but Hammerhead's got some new tricks and even Spider-Man can't stop him this time as Joe Kelly (Deadpool) and Chris Bachalo (Uncanny X-Men) bring you FAMILY TIES! 36 PGS./Rated A Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 576 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631124024

Written by JOE KELLY Pencils and Cover by CHRIS BACHALO Hammerhead's having a Brand New Day of his own and it's Spidey's turn to pay. This one hurts...a lot. 36 PGS./Rated A Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 577A CGC 9.8 Rivera

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Label #4631124025

Cover by PAOLO RIVERA. Written by ZEB WELLS Pencils by PAOLO RIVERA. You'll never guess this issue's special guess--oh wait, he's up on the cover. That's right, it's a good old fashioned Spider-Man/Punisher punch-up-a-palooza! What's Punisher want with a mysterious, power-enhancing serum? What does MOSES MAGNUM have to do with it? And why is Peter Parker DRIVING A CAB?! Spidey-Stalwart Zeb Wells and groundbreaking artist Paolo Rivera (MYTHOS series) bring Spidey the answers in this double-size spectacular! IN COLOR! 52 PGS./Rated A Cover price $3.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 589 CGC 9.8

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Label #4631124014

Written by FRED VAN LENTE Pencils by PAULO SIQUEIRA Cover by KLAUS JANSON, CHRIS ELIOPOULOS & DEAN WHITE CHARACTER ASSASSINATION may be over, but the troubles keep coming as Spidey's old nemesis THE SPOT returns deadlier than ever! Wait. Did we just use 'The Spot' and 'deadlier' in the same sentence? You better believe it -- with his teleportation powers, he's poised to make a name for himself as an unstoppable killer for hire, and the only thing standing between him and his latest target is your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! 36 PGS./Rated A Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 590A.D CGC 9.8 Kitson Variant

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Label #4631124015

Direct Edition. Cover by BARRY KITSON. FACE FRONT: Part 1 of 2 - Written by DAN SLOTT Pencils by BARRY KITSON. FACE FRONT -An adventure from Spider-Man and the Fantastic Four's past is about to have a profound effect on their future...That's if Spidey and the Torch can stop fighting long enough to notice! What's the cosmic-level rift that's dividing two of the Marvel U.'s best friends? Plus, a dark turn for Harry Osborn. A new role for Mr. Negative. And the start of a story that's going to affect almost every title at Marvel Comics! We kid you not!!! 36 PGS./Rated A Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 595B CGC 9.8 GRANOV Variant

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Variant Edition.

Label #4562412010

Variant Cover by ADI GRANOV DARK REIGN TIE-IN American Son: Part 1 - Written by JOE KELLY. Art by PHIL JIMENEZ. The lead-up to Amazing Spider-Man #600 begins here! Spider-Man editor Stephen Wacker here with a quick message. Look, this solicit is being written before you dear readers even know how CHARACTER ASSASSINATION ends and the major changes that spill out of it, so I can't tell ya much, but believe me, if you haven't been keeping up with Spidey...it's time. Following immediately on the heels of '24/7', Spider-Man's world has become more messed-up and stressful than ever and the fact that his biggest enemy, is in charge of the world...and the Avengers...is only the icing on a really dangerous cake. Now faced with hard choices about family and friendship, Spider-Man knows exactly what he has to do to save the world...it's time to take down Norman Osborn. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 598A CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123014

Dark Reign tie-in - American Son: Part 4 of 5 - Written by JOE KELLY. Pencils by PAULO SIQUEIRA & MARCO CHECCHETTO, inks by SIQUEIRA, CHECCHETTO & AMILTON SANTOS. Covers by PHIL JIMENEZ. That cover pretty much tells you what you need to know. Is there an evil obstetrician in the house?!? 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 599A CGC 9.8

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Label #4631123015

Cover by PHIL JIMENEZ. Dark Reign tie-in - American Son: Part 5 of 5 - Written by JOE KELLY. Art by STEPHEN SEGOVIA, MARCO CHECCHETTO, PAULO SIQUEIRA & AMILTON SANTOS. AMERICAN SON CONCLUDES! It's the ultimate battle between friend and family as Spidey's battle against the Iron Patriot and his Dark Avengers leaves one man with a choice too painful to contemplate. Plus, with wedding plans at high-fervor, Pete's identity stands revealed to the person who stands to be most changed by the information. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 603A CGC 9.8 ROUX

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Label #4631123016

"Red-Headed Stranger" Part 3 of 4 - Written by FRED VAN LENTE. Art by ROBERT ATKINS & VICTOR OLAZABA. Cover by STEPHANE ROUX. THE CHAMELEON is poised to unleash unspeakable horror on New York City and SPIDER-MAN is nowhere to be found, so the only person who can stop him is...MARY JANE WATSON?! 36 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 603B CGC 9.8 Mayhew 1:10 Variant

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Variant Edition

Label #4391288004

Limited Edition (1 for 10) 70th Frame Variant Cover by Mike Mayhew. "Red-Headed Stranger" Part 3 of 4 - Written by FRED VAN LENTE. Art by ROBERT ATKINS & VICTOR OLAZABA. THE CHAMELEON is poised to unleash unspeakable horror on New York City and SPIDER-MAN is nowhere to be found, so the only person who can stop him is...MARY JANE WATSON?! 36 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 606A VF 8.0

"Long Term Arrangement" Part 1 of 2 - Written by Joe Kelly. Pencils by Mike McKone. Inks by Andy Lanning. Covers by J. Scott Campbell. Look out, Spidey! Hot on the heels of his old girlfriend's trip home, The Black Cat's back (and front!), sexier and more dangerous than ever! The deck is stacked as the one woman that loves Spider-Man more than Peter Parker is up to some devilish shenanigans...and nothing bugs Spidey more than shenanigans! Brace yourself for danger, Spidey! It's gonna be ...umm...sexy? 36 pgs. Cover price $2.99.