Science Fiction comic books issue 1

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1st printing. By Luigi Toiati. Science-fiction is the combination of science and fantasy. In addition to a literary form, it also encompasses film, TV, comics, toys and our beloved toy astronauts, or other figures such as aliens, monsters and other playable genres. Space invaded radio, cinema, TV, and consequently for a long time toy figurines were predominantly space-related, later evolving into other themes. This lavishly illustrated book covers both the history of literary science fiction, following in the footsteps of contemporary official criticism, and toy figurines inspired by science fiction. You will also find several other themes, such as the link between science fiction figures and cinema, radio, TV, comics, and more. Hardcover, 560 pages, full color. Cover price $59.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing.

Written by Xavier Dollo. Art and cover by Djibril Morrisette-Phan. Foreword by Ted Chiang.

A graphic novel with illustrated text that traces, in detail, the history of a literary genre, from the 1800s to present day.

For the first time in illustrated form, this comprehensive history of science fiction traces its origins and, in fascinating detail, charts its history from its beginnings as a "schlock" genre to its respected status today. Who was the first author to write a science fiction story? How did American science fiction begin? What SF novel is the world's best-seller? What were the "pulps," and how did they predict with uncanny accuracy the 21st Century world around us?

These are just some of the questions answered in chapters dedicated to the founding mothers and fathers of the genre and the creations to which they gave birth. More than just a simple history lesson, THE HISTORY OF SCIENCE FICTION is a thoughtful and analytical reflection on the genre itself.

Hardcover, 200 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

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1st printing.

By Mike Benton.

From the author of The Comic Book in America comes a comprehensive look at the history of sci-fi comics. Complete with a checklist, more than 200 full color photos, and behind-the-scenes stories!

Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 150 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.95.

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Incredible Science Fiction features articles and pictures from many Sci-Fi/Horror movies and television shows. This, the premier issue, focuses on aliens and monsters. There is an interview with Kathryn King, a look at the SFX of some of Hollywood's best known horror films, Jeff Sillifant analyzes "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," an in-depth look at the classic Universal Picture "Creature from the Black Lagoon," and much more. One of the first printed ads for Star Wars action figures, the X-Wing Fighter, and Tie Fighter appears on the back cover. 66 pages. Cover price $2.00.

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1st printing.

Created by John Carpenter and Sandy King. Written by Duane Swierczynski. Art by Andrea Mutti and Gigi Baldassini. Cover by Tim Bradstreet. Back Cover by Andrea Mutti and Gigi Baldassini. Introduction by Duane Swierczynski.

It's 2022. We all know the world has lost its collective mind. But not quite like this... with random strangers teaming up to commit bizarre acts of violence and self-destruction, from the Santa Monica Pier to the 101 Freeway to a posh Beverly Hills mall. Our only hope lies with four complete strangers, all of whom have had devastating encounters with this phenomenon, who team up in search of answers.

Softcover, 88 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $15.99.

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1st printing.

By Desirina Boskovich and Jeff Vandermeer.

Science fiction and fantasy reign over popular culture now.

Lost Transmissions is a rich trove of forgotten and unknown, imagined-but-never-finished, and under-appreciated-but-influential works from those imaginative genres, as well as little-known information about well-known properties. Divided into sections on Film & TV, Literature, Art, Music, Fashion, Architecture, and Pop Culture, the book examines Jules Verne's lost novel; AfroFuturism and Space Disco; E.T.'s scary beginnings; William Gibson's never-filmed Aliens sequel; Weezer's never-made space opera; and the 8,000-page metaphysical diary of Philip K. Dick. br>
Hardcover, 9-in. x 7-in., 288 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

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Vol. 1, No. 1 - March , 1960. 5.5" x 7.5", 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Vol. 1, No. 2 - April , 1960. 5.5" x 7.5", 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Vol. 1, No. 3 - May , 1960. 5.5" x 7.5", 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Vol. 1, No. 4 - June , 1960. 5.5" x 7.5", 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Vol. 1, No. 5 - July , 1960. 5.5" x 7.5", 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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February, 1975. Corben cover, formerly Trumpet Magazine. 8.5" x 11", 48 pages, B&W. - Mature Readers - Cover price $2.00.

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No. 1 - 1953. 5.25" x 7.25", 128 pages, B&W.

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approximately 120 pages. 8 1/2 x 11 3/4. Cover price $4.95.

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Vol. 1, No. 1 - 1954. 5.25" x 7.25", 164 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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VOL. 1 NO. 2 - 1954. Creature from Black Lagoon; George Pal article, "Has Hollywood Gone Science Fiction Mad. 5.25" x 7.25", 164 pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Science Fiction selections from Young World Magazine. Cover by John Gretzer. "We Are Waiting" by Pat Derby, "Forbidden Fruit" by Michael L. Berger, "Gift From Earth" by Kathleen Pacini, "Visitor From Space" by Pauline Dorgan Guppy, "The Dollhouse" by L. E. Preston, "Mark Ramsey's Magic Trick" by Joan N. Watkins, "Magnetic Marvin" by Paul E. Hull, and "A Space-Shuttle Trip" by Nancy L. Robison. 36 pages, B&W, 8.5" x 11".

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1st printing. By Michael Mallory. Travel where no man has gone before with this decade-by-decade progression of science-fiction classics. The Science Fiction Universe... and Beyond offers a breadth of knowledge, insight, and passion to a century of close encounters, black holes, time travel, distant planets, impossible quests, nuclear war, futuristic technology, inexplicable forces, spaceships, extraordinary monsters, and subterranean societies. Arranged chronologically, showing the progression of sci-fi over the decades, and delving into interesting back stories and trivia, this volume includes a variety of classic films and television shows. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 256 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

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1st Printing. Here are the hard facts behind ideas from the novels of Robert Heinlein, Isaac Asimov, Frederick Pohl, Arthur C. Clarke, and dozens of others - about time travel and the exploration of deep space, about psionics and biological engineering. How the universe began and how the world will end...the likelihood of extra-terrestrial life (and the forms it might take)...the mechanics of artificial intelligence...exotic power sources...UFOs and ancient astronauts - all these, and more are dealt with. Softcover, 8" x 11", 208 pages, color/B&W. Cover price $14.95.

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Spring 1957. Cover by Tom Ryan. Science Fiction Stories: "The Martian Calendar" by Carl Jacobi, "The New World to Conquer" by Adam Chase, "Window to Nowhere" by Tedd Thomey, "The Devil Spins a Sun-Dream" by John Jakes, "King Bee" by Winston K. Marks, "The Early Bird" by Milton Lesser, "Obedience Guaranteed" by Mack Reynolds, "Kid Anderson" by Philip Latham, "Reverse Procedure" by Charles Eric Maine, "The Individualist" by Russ Winterbotham, and Posted" by Mark Mallory. Interior Illustrations by Bruce Minney. Softcover Pulp Digest, 5-in x 7 1/2-in, 132 Pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Volume 1, Issue 2 - August, 1957. Cover by Tom Ryan. Science Fiction Stories: "Flying Saucers Do Exist" by Steve Frazee, "The Thing From Outer Space" by Jean Martin, "The Star Dream" by Raymond F. Jones, "An Experiment in Gumdrops" by Russ Winterbotham, "A Practical Man's Guide" by Jack Vance, "Slow Djinn" Mack Reynolds, and "Critical Mass" by Arthur C. Clarke. Interior Illustrations by Bruce Minney. Softcover Pulp Digest, 5-in x 7 1/2-in, 130 Pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Story by Dennis Calero. Cover by Tim Bradstreet. Pilot and physicist David Peeler has a theory that it's possible to travel between universes within a multiverse. Meanwhile, his colleague Dr. Chocran Nestor is experimenting with faster than light travel. Together they devise an experiment to prove both theories at once. David reluctantly agrees to pilot the ship, and when the day arrives, it appears to be a success… for a moment. 28 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.

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Written by David Schow. Art by Andres Esparza. Cover by Tim Bradstreet. The Standoff #1 Alternate Reality (AR) Cover debuts at San Diego Comic Con 2018 and hits comic shops this September. Download the Storm King Comics App for your smartphone and watch Tim Bradstreet's new cover literally come alive! Storm King Comics is proud to present the world's first AR comic book in the reissue of The Standoff #1. 28 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Mike Sizemore. Art by David Kennedy. Cover by Tim Bradstreet. More than 20 years after the Benson Station disaster, an unauthorized rescue mission brings the survivors together again. Now some 5,500 light years from home, a familiar evil is rising... with a score to settle. Writer Mike Sizemore (Vortex, Tales for A Halloweenight) and the art team of brothers Dave Kennedy and Pete Kennedy, return to bring you Vortex 2.0 #1 (of 8), the seventh story in John Carpenter's monthly anthology series, Tales of Science Fiction! 28 pages, full color. Rated M Cover price $3.99.

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Volume 1, Issue 1 - June, 1958. Cover by Ed Emsh. Stories: "SOS, Planet Unknown" by A. Bertram Chandler, "Reap the Dark Tide" by C. M. Kornbluth, "When the Shoe Fits" by James E. Gunn, "The Strad Effect" by Raymond F. Jones, and "Farewell Party" by Richard Wilson. Features: "In the Beginning" by James Blish, "Wonders are Many" by L. Sprague de Camp, and "The Tales They Tell" by Lester del Rey. Softcover, 5.25-in x 7.5-in. 128 Pages, B&W. Cover price $0.35.

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Volume 1, Issue 1. January 1954. 64 pages, B&W.

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Cover by Martin. Twenty short science fiction stories by Milton Lesser, Lester Del Rey, Jack Vance, Anna Sinclaire, and others. Illustrations by Claire Brucker, Mirachi, and Martin. Softcover pulp digest, 5 1/4-in. x 7 3/4-in., 160 pages. BW. Cover price $0.35.

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Cover by Martin. Twenty-five short science fiction stories by Marion Zimmer Bradley, Jack Lewis, Sylvia Jacobs, Joseph Slotkin, and others. Illustrations by Mirachi and Martin. Softcover pulp digest, 5 1/4-in. x 7 3/4-in., 160 pages. BW. Cover price $0.35.

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1st Printing. Book of the Month Club Treasury of Science Fiction short stories by authors such as; Kurt Vonnegut, John W. Campbell, John Berryman, J.G. Ballard, Kono Tensei, Arthur C. Clarke, Gene Wolf, Ray Bradbury, Steve Allen, Phillip K. Dick and many, MANY more. 6" x 9", 1084 pages.

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1st printing. Edited by Rich Horton. Stories by Theodora Goss, James Patrick Kelly, Yoon Ha Lee, Ken Liu, Maureen McHugh, Ian R. MacLeod, K.J. Parker, Robert Reed, Geoff Ryman, Karin Tidbeck, Harry Turtledove, Carrie Vaughn, Peter Watts, E. Lily Yu and more. The sixth volume of the year's best science fiction and fantasy features over thirty stories by some of the genre's greatest authors. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 576 pages, Text Only. Cover price $19.95.