Barron's comic books issue 1

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1st printing. Based on the story by Charles Dickens. Adapted by Jacqueline Morley. Art by Romano Felmang. France convulsed in the throes of revolution, and two men - one in London, one in Paris - are caught in the turmoil! This classic tale from Charles Dickens, retold for a modern audience, brings the chaos of the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution to life! Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.

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1st printing. Based on the story by Mark Twain. Adapted by Tom Ratliff. Art by Penko Gelev. Using the graphic novel format, these books introduce children to many of the world's greatest literary works. The high-quality illustrations complement narratives that are paced to catch and hold young readers' interest. In addition to its story, each Graphic Classic features a thumbnail biography of its author's life, a list of important works, a timeline of historic events that helped inspire the story's conception, general notes, and an index. Some call Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn the greatest American novel ever written. It tells the story of a runaway boy, Huck Finn, and his friend Jim, a runaway slave, as they ride a raft on the Mississippi River. Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.

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1st printing.

Based on the story by Robert Louis Stevenson. Adapted by Fiona Macdonald. Art by Penko Gelev.

The respectable Doctor Jekyll has written his will, leaving all his possessions to the strange Mr. Hyde. But a secret remains that he dares not reveal! This classic tale of Victorian horror is brought vividly to life by Fiona Macdonald and Penko Gelev.

Softcover, 48 pages, full color.

Cover price $8.99.

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1st printing. Based on the story by Bram Stoker. Adapted by Fiona Macdonald and Penko Gelev. The sinister Count Dracula lives in a ruined castle in Transylvania, surrounded by howling wolves. Why are the local people so afraid of him? Where does he go on moonlit nights? And can it be true that he is a blood-sucking monster . . . capable of living forever? Wonderfully atmospheric color illustrations and a fast-paced narrative of one of the most chilling horror stories ever told will keep older boys and girls absorbed, and many students will be inspired to delve into Bram Stoker's original literary classics! Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.

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1st printing. Based on the story by Robert Louis Steveson. Adapted by Fiona MacDonald. Art by Penko Gelev. Young orphan David Balfour is Kidnapped and forced to work aboard a sailing ship. He and his shipmates encounter many exciting adventures. Features a brief biography of Victor Hugo, his most famous works, a glossary, and an index. Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.

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1st printing. Based on the story by William Shakespeare. Adapted by Stephen Haynes. Art by Nick Spender. An ambitious nobleman intends to become king of the Scots. He and his lady allow nothing to stop them - including murder! Written by William Shakespeare and first performed in 1605, Macbeth is one of the most famous plays ever written. These books make ideal introductions to the riches of world literature to junior and senior high school students - and especially to those young readers who are hesitant to delve into the books in their original form. Softcover, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $8.99.

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1st printing.

Based on the Story by Alexandre Dumas. Adapted by Jim Pipe and Penko Gelev.

The famous musketeers - Athos, Aramis, Porthos, and D'Artagnan - aren't as young as they were in the equally famous novel, The Three Musketeers, but they're still ready for adventure! They become involved in a dangerous, top-secret plot, and find themselves fighting for their lives against seemingly impossible odds in this adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic adventure story, vividly and faithfully retold in graphic novel format.

Softcover, 48 pages, full oclor.

Cover price $8.99.

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1st printing. By William Shakespeare. Art by Penko Gelev. The life of Antonio, the merchant of Venice, is threatened by Shylock the moneylender, when Antonio cannot repay his debt. But Antonio is brilliantly defended in a court of law by Portia, the clever young wife of his dear friend Bassanio. Graphic Classics titles introduce many of the world's literary masterpieces to young readers. Elementary and secondary school teachers will value these books as a way to make great novels and plays accessible to their students--especially to those students who resist reading. Presented in graphic novel format, each title tells an absorbing, fast-paced story dramatized with high-quality color illustrations. After delving into any of these stimulating titles, many boys and girls will feel encouraged to discover the joy of reading the masterworks in their original form. Each Graphic Classics title includes a thumbnail biography of the author, a list of his or her important works, a timeline of historic events that helped inspire the story, general notes, and an index. Graphic Classics titles are available in both paperback and hardcover editions. Full color, 7-in. x 10-in., 48 pages, Hardcover. Cover price $15.99.

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Add to cart Very Good $7.60

Includes CD-ROM - 1st printing. By Michael Okuda and Denise Okuda. This amazing book delights Star Trek fans with a spectacular double-page spread detailing the history of the starship Enterprise in words and vivid illustrations, spreads and gatefolds with 3D features illustrating the Enterprise from all angles, including a side-on cutaway image showing the craft's interior, views of the ship's bridge, showing the captain's chair, main consoles, and the functions that the consoles control, artifacts, floor plans, photos from the TV show, and much more. Enclosed with the book is a fabulous CD-ROM that gives viewers a detailed tour of the Enterprise. Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 40 pages, full color. Cover price $18.99.

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1st printing. By Lance Parkin. Doctor Who lovers, discover all there is to know about the travels of your favorite Time Lord, in all twelve of his glorious incarnations. Fans will have their burning questions answered, including: What exactly is Trenzalore? Where did the Sontraans originate? Where does the mysterious blue crystal get its powers from? Who are the Eight Legs? Which of the doctor's companions come from Bortresoye? And more! Die-hard fans will enjoy going planet-spotting in all the weird and wonderful galaxies that the good Doctor travels to and through. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 288 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.