The Comics comic books issue 1

1st printing. Written by Jean-Patrick Manchette and Doug Headline. Art by Max Cabanes. Aimée is a beautiful young widow. She is also a killer. Driven by a deep-rooted desire for revenge, she sets about uncovering the secrets of the inhabitants of the sleepy rural town of Bleville, before ruthlessly murdering them. Faced with corruption of a kind she had scarcely imagined, she discovers a deeply moral core under her murderous instincts. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 136 pages, full color. Cover price $25.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "1965-1967!" A true classic and a standard among comic strips, Mandrake the Magician has been mystifying readers since 1934! Mandrake uses his legendary powers of hypnotism and illusion to combat crime, and has worked his debonair magic to find a place in the hearts of comic strip fans everywhere! Drawn by the legendary Fred Fredericks, this first hardcover collection brings together the classic strips drawn by Fredricks from 1965-1967! Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 8-in., 160 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Hidden Kingdom of Murderers!" Written by Lee Falk. Art by Phil Davis. Introducing the world's first comic book super-hero, predating Superman by almost four years! Created by the legendary Lee Falk, the creator of The Phantom, and drawn by Phil Davis, Mandrake the Magician and his ever-trusty manservant, Lothar, first appeared to battle crime in 1934. This collection reprints the first 2 and a half years of full-color Sunday newspaper strips that debuted in 1934. Hardcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. "The Hidden Kingdom of Murderers!" Written by Lee Falk. Art by Phil Davis. Introducing the world's first comic book super-hero, predating Superman by almost four years! Created by the legendary Lee Falk, the creator of The Phantom, and drawn by Phil Davis, Mandrake the Magician and his ever-trusty manservant, Lothar, first appeared to battle crime in 1934. This collection reprints the first 2 and a half years of full-color Sunday newspaper strips that debuted in 1934. Hardcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

1st printing. By Christopher Hart. Cute chibi-style monsters, appealing cat-girls, and super-deformed manga characters are all ready to be rendered in this step-by-step instruction book that will get every manga fan in on the chibi fun! Softcover. 9 1/2-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $19.95.

2nd and later printings. By Christopher Hart. Cute chibi-style monsters, appealing cat-girls, and super-deformed manga characters are all ready to be rendered in this step-by-step instruction book that will get every manga fan in on the chibi fun! Softcover. 9 1/2-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $19.95.

1st printing.

By Chris Hart.

Best-selling author Christopher Hart's latest tutorial reveals the secrets and techniques that go into building worlds of wonder. Manga Mania Fantasy Worlds throws down the gauntlet for artists interested in creating detailed fantasy-themed backdrops and landscapes, rugged weaponry, and fearsome creatures.

Softcover, 9in. x 10 1/2-in., 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.95.

1st printing.

By Chris Hart. Cover Design by Diane Lamphron.

Today's most popular manga are all about girls. Weather they're battling monsters, practicing magic, playing sports or just flirting with their crushes, manga girls do it in style. MANGA MANIA GIRL POWER! shows you how to draw dozens of dynamic divas.

Softcover, 9in. x 10 1/2-in., 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.95.

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1st printing.

By by Paul Gravett.

This lavishly illustrated volume presents an accessible and entertaining introduction to the development and diversity of manga from the 1940s to the present.

It features striking graphics and extracts form a wide range of manga, covering as such themes as: the specific attributes of manga in relation to American and European comics; the life and career of Osamu Tezuka, creator of Astro Boy and originator of story manga; boys comics from the 1960s to the present; the genre of girls' and women's comics; the darker, more realistic themes of gekiga violent samurai, disturbing horror, and apocalyptic science fiction; issues of censorship and protest; and manga's role as a major Japanese export and global influence.

Softcover, 9 1/21-in. x 11-in., 176 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $24.95.

1st printing. By Ben Snakepit. Manor Threat contains three more years of daily diary comics from Ben Snakepit. This episode brings us to the town of Manor (pronounced "MAY-ner"), a suburb of Austin, Texas. Ben buys a house with his wife and adjusts to slow-paced country living. He also turns 40 and gets a new job, and then gets another job. Along the way, he draws a three-panel comic describing each day's events, however dramatic or monotonous. Against that steady march of time, patterns emerge and shift and the result is a meditative, addictive read that captures the humanity of everyday life. Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 288 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.95.

1st printing. By David Yurkovich. Writer David Yurkovich (Less Than Heroes) has collaborated with over a dozen of the comic industry's best-known writers and authors to produce a benefit project for writer Bill Mantlo. Mantlo was a prolific author who wrote almost exclusively for Marvel throughout the 1970s and into the late 1980s. He scripted nearly every major Marvel character including Spider-Man, Iron Man, and the Hulk, and brought toy products like Rom and Micronauts to Marvel. Mantlo's creations include Cloak And Dagger. In the early 1990s, Mantlo sustained severe head injury after being struck by a hit-and-run driver. He has required full-time nursing care ever since. This book is a retrospective of Mantlo's career, with comments and reflections from many of his industry colleagues, as well as members of Mantlo's family. Includes a 12-page section of previously unpublished Mantlo material, and features an introduction by Bill's brother and guardian, Michael Mantlo. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 72 pages, B&W. Cover price $7.50.

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Written by Ben Slabak. Art by Francesca Carita. Scoot Imprint! Imagine a parallel Earth during The Age of Discovery. Imagine The Pirates of the Caribbean where the prize is a fantastical power wielded by a mysterious individual known simply as 'The Mapmaker.' Any map he creates comes to life, a power highly desired by King Gus, who will stop at nothing to obtain it. The crew of the privateer ship The Rogue Wave, captained by the courageous Lei Li, are the only ones standing in their way with a mission to deliver The Mapmaker's successor before his power wanes and is lost forever. A fun tale for all ages! Enjoy the first issue of this NON-STOP! followed by the entire story collected soon after in one volume. 24 pages, full color. Cover price $1.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

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1st printing.

Written by Ben Slabak. Art and cover by Francesca Carita.

The NONSTOP trade paperback is here!

Imagine a parallel Earth during The Age of Discovery. Imagine The Pirates of the Caribbean where the prize is a fantastical power wielded by a mysterious individual known simply as "The Mapmaker." Any map he creates comes to life, a power highly desired by King Gus, who will stop at nothing to obtain it.

The crew of the privateer ship The Rogue Wave, captained by the courageous Lei Li, are the only ones standing in their way with a mission to deliver The Mapmaker's successor before his power wanes and is lost forever.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in.x 8 1/2-in., 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. Written and illustrated by Mark Marek. Softcover, 8-1/4" x 11", 58 pages, B&W.

NOTE: All Text is in Spanish.

1st printing.

A look at the amazing highlights form the career of one of the most celebrated science fiction artists of all time from 1985 to 2005. Featuring pieces and behind-the-scenes break downs of Xenozoic Tales, Conan, Tarzan, The Spirit, Predator, Star Wars, Turok and many more pop culture giants that Mark Schultz has lent his incredible talents to.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 212 pages, PC/PB&W.

NOTE: All Text in is Spanish.

1st printing.

Based ont he story by Mark Twain. Adapted by Zachary Schwartz and Fred Kennedy. Art by Ty Templeton, Micah Farritor, Shane Kirshenblatt, Jean-Claude St. Aubin, Michael Rooth, Richard Pace, Ben Shannon, David Cutler, Nicholas Burns, Haiwei Hou, Keith Grachow, Jake Allen, Frank Reynoso and Menton J. Matthews III (Menton3). Cover by Shane Kirshenblatt.

Mark Twain's Niagara is an adventurous, original graphic novel based on the short story "Niagara" written by Mark Twain in the 1860's. The famous author embarks on an incredible journey through legend and history, as we follow a younger version of himself into the Niagara region by steam train. Through Twain's eyes, we discover some of the most exciting events of the past, encountering familiar and mysterious figures, some living, some long since passed.

Softcover, 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $8.99.

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Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

1st printing. Story and art by Miranda Harmon. Comics-lovers can now share the fun with their kids, students, siblings, and younger friends who are learning to read! It's time to go to the market! Mama Cat is selling her most delicious desserts, from bright rainbow cookies to shimmering sunshine muffins. Can cute kitten siblings Nutmeg, Cinnamon, and Ginger find the perfect present to treat their Mama? Maybe a colorful shell, a shimmering sweater, or an enchanted packet of seeds? Time to explore a colorful, crowded, and dazzling fantasy market! I LIKE TO READ COMICS are perfect for kids who are challenged by or unengaged in reading, kids who love art, and the growing number of young comics fans. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 40 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $14.99.

1st printing.

Written by Enéias Tavares. Art by Fred Rubim. Cover by Enéias Tavares.

At the end of the 18th century the English poet William Blake contacted a powerful demon. Centuries later, the fates of a tormented hitman, a luxury prostitute, a corrupt spiritual leader, and a visionary artist merge into a rereading of the blakean book permeated with blood, desire and revenge! For fans of Tarantino films.

Softcover, 94 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $15.00

Add to cart Near Mint $15.00

1st printing. Story and art by Amazing Ameziane. THE THIRD INSTALMENT IN AMAZING AMEZIANE'S 'LEGENDARY DIRECTORS' OF GRAPHIC NOVELS! Based on the lives and films of acclaimed cinema icons, this book focuses on the legendary director MARTIN SCORSESE of Goodfellas fame. In this first-person graphic novel, MARTIN SCORSESE, totally possessed by his love of cinema, tells the story of the journey of the asthmatic little boy from Little Italy who went on to become one of the world's greatest directors. Softcover, 384 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $29.99.

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Marvel Custom Comics Reprint, part of a 3-pack for Family Dollar. Written by FRED VAN LENTE Penciled by JAMES CORDEIRO Cover by MICHAEL GOLDEN The Armored Avenger blasts into the newest title in the critically-acclaimed, best-selling Marvel Adventures line! Who is IRON MAN, the world-renowned symbol of mega-conglomerate Stark International? And what terrible secret from his past forces billionaire inventor TONY STARK to become the Golden Guardian? Find out here! 6.75" 10.25", 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

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1st printing. Text by Fabio Licari and Marco Rizzo. Cover by Barry Windsor-Smith. Back Cover by Sal Buscema and Sam Grainger. Introduction by Fabio Licari. Translated by Erin Brady. A celebration of 60 years of Marvels Avengers, featuring Captain America, Iron Man, the Hulk, Hawkeye, the Vision, Scarlet Witch, Black Panther, Quicksilver, and many more! This deluxe book explores the comic book history of the Marvels premiere super hero team, looking in-depth at their greatest battles, deadliest enemies, and their unlikeliest allies. Lavishly illustrated with stunning art, this tribute to the much-loved comic book also includes profiles of the the talented creators behind the teams ongoing adventures. Hardcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

1st printing.

The Marvel Book is an exhilarating journey through the endlessly fascinating, ever-dynamic, and awe-inspiring Marvel Comics universe. From iconic super-heroes such as the Avengers, Spider-Man, and the Black Panther, to amazing technology like Iron Man's armors and S.H.I.E.L.D.'s Helicarriers, to the cosmic escapades of the Guardians of the Galaxy, to unforgettable villains such as Thanos and Loki, this book explores the key concepts, characters, and events that have defined and shaped Marvel Comics over the past 80 years.

Meticulously researched, The Marvel Book is packed with vivid, carefully sourced artwork, illuminating infographics, and incisive, specially curated essays that shed new light on the myriad wonders of the Marvel Comics universe, from the microverse to the multiverse, and beyond.

Hardcover, 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $25.00.

1st printing. Collects Iron Man: I am Iron Man (2010) #1-2, Iron Man 2 Agents of SHIELD (2010), Iron Man 2: Public Identity (2010 Marvel) #1-3, Marvels Iron Man 2 (2012) #1-2, Marvels Thor Adaptation (2013) #1-2, Captain America: First Vengeance (2011 Marvel) #1-4, Marvels Captain America: First Avenger (2013) #1-2, Avengers Prelude: Fury's Big Week (2012 Marvel) #1-4, Avengers: Black Widow Strikes (2012) #1-3, Marvels Avengers (2014) #1-2, Marvels Iron Man 3 Prelude (2013) #1-2, Marvels Thor: The Dark World Prelude (2013) #1-2, CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER INFINITE COMIC, Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy Prelude (2014) #1-2 and INFINITE COMIC, AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON PRELUDE INFINITE COMIC, Marvels Ant-Man Prelude (2015) #1-2 and INFINITE COMIC, Marvels Captain America: Civil War Prelude (2015) #1-4 and INFINITE COMIC, Marvel's Doctor Strange Prelude (2016) #1-2 and INFINITE COMIC, Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy Prelude (2016) Volume 2 #1-2, Spider-Man: Homecoming Prelude (2017) #1-2, Marvels Thor: Ragnarok Prelude (2017) #1-4, Black Panther Prelude (2017) #1-2, Marvels Avengers: Infinity War Prelude (2018) #1-2 and Marvels Ant-Man and Wasp Prelude (2018) #1-2.

Celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with this complete compendium of every action-packed adaptation and exclusive comic book prelude! Relive Iron Man's origin, the founding of the Avengers, the debut of the Guardians of the Galaxy, the superhuman Civil War, the threat of Thanos and much more - and thrill to blockbuster adventures taking place before, between and during the films you love!

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 1,304 pages, full color.

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Written by Will Pilgrim, Peter David, Joe Casey, Justin Theroux, Christos Gage, Fred Van Lente, Christopher Yost, Eric Pearson, Craig Kyle, Dan Abnett, and Andy Lanning.

Art by Sean Chen, Matt Camp, Tim Green II, Felix Ruiz, Barry Kitson, Ron Lim, Ramon Rosanas, Lan Medina, Luke Ross, Neil Edwards, Wellinton Alves, Manny Clark, Anderson Silva, Daniel HDR, Agustin Padilla, Don Ho, Rick Ketcham, Steve Kurth, Rick Magyar, Andrew Hennessy, Jaime Mendoza, Joe Bennett, Scot Eaton, Christopher Allen, Miguel Angel Sepulveda, Szymon Kudranski, Lee Ferguson, Jorge Fornes, Todd Nauck, J. L. Giles, Annapaola Martello, Tigh Walker, and Chris O'Halloran.

Cover price $125.00.

Origin Sub-Mariner (by Bill Everett; 1st 8 pages were produced for Motion Picture Funnies Weekly # 1). Intro Human Torch (by Carl Burgos), Kazar the Great (1st Tarzan clone), the Angel (by Paul Gustavson), the Masked Ranger and his horse Lightning, and Jungle Terror (only appearance). 2-page text story, "Burning Rubber" (by Raymond Gill). Cover by science fiction pulp illustrator Frank R. Paul. 64 pages. FURTHER OVERSTREET NOTES: Most copies have a black circle stamped over the cover date (on the cover and inside) with "November" printed over it. However, some copies do not have the November overprint. Most No. 1 issues have printing defects, I.e. title pages which caused the trimming into the panels, usually on the right side and bottom. Covers exist with and without gloss finish. Cover price $0.10.

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Reprints the original Marvel Comics #1 in German. Distributed as an exclusive bonus comic in a foreign comic multi-pack (Marvel Jubiläum Pack 8) with four other Marvel Deutschland comics. Origin Sub-Mariner (by Bill Everett; 1st 8 pages were produced for Motion Picture Funnies Weekly # 1). Intro Human Torch (by Carl Burgos), Kazar the Great (1st Tarzan clone), the Angel (by Paul Gustavson), the Masked Ranger and his horse Lightning, and Jungle Terror (only appearance). 2-page text story, "Burning Rubber" (by Raymond Gill). Cover by science fiction pulp illustrator Frank R. Paul. 64 pages. Cover price $0.10.

Marvel 60th anniversary "1st" Gold Stamp Edition - Limited to 700 copies. Reprints the original Marvel Comics #1 in German. Distributed as an exclusive bonus comic in a foreign comic multi-pack (Marvel Jubiläum Pack 8) with four other Marvel Deutschland comics. Origin Sub-Mariner (by Bill Everett; 1st 8 pages were produced for Motion Picture Funnies Weekly # 1). Intro Human Torch (by Carl Burgos), Kazar the Great (1st Tarzan clone), the Angel (by Paul Gustavson), the Masked Ranger and his horse Lightning, and Jungle Terror (only appearance). 2-page text story, "Burning Rubber" (by Raymond Gill). Cover by science fiction pulp illustrator Frank R. Paul. 64 pages. Cover price $0.10.

Retailer Preview. Booklet sent to retailers to promote upcoming Marvel Comics titles. Includes uncorrected proof pages of: Life of Captain Marvel (1985) #2, Longshot (1985 Limited Series) #2, #3, #4, and #5; Fantastic Four (1961 1st Series) #281, and #282; Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Deluxe Edition (1985-1988 Marvel) #2; Secret Wars II (1985 Marvel) #1; New Mutants (1983 1st Series) #30; Iron Man (1968 1st Series) #197; Captain America (1968 1st Series) #308; Uncanny X-men (1963 1st Series) #196; Squadron Supreme (1985 1st Series) #1; Eternals (1985 2nd Series) #1; Revenge of the Living Monolith GN (1985 Marvel Graphic Novel) #1; Heathcliff (1985 Marvel/Star Comics) #3; Royal Roy (1985 Marvel/Star Comics) #3; Planet Terry (1985 Marvel/Star Comics); Solomon Kane (1985 Marvel); Web of Spider-Man (1985 1st Series) #6; Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) #268; Black Dragon (1985 Marvel/Epic) #1, and #2; Loose pages stapled. 8 1/2" X 11". 72 pages. B&W.

1st Printing. Catalog of the first trimester of Marvel Comics titles and issues for 1993. Softcover, 8" x 10.5", 298 pages, B&W.

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1st printnig. By Wally Wood. Featuring a daring tale of swords and sorcery. Plus, the ultimate Doctor Doom story "Unto You is Born...Doomsman!", written by Riy Thimas with art by Wally Wood. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pages, full color. NOTE: "Unto You is Born...Doomsman!" features the diabolical Doctor Doom at his absolute best. - Odinson, Lone Star Comics Archivist Cover price $7.95.

Includes Stamps - Written by Stan Lee. Art by Steve Ditko and Jack Kirby. Cover by Steve Ditko. This special presentation from the United States Postal Service features the Fantastic Fours long time mail carrier Willie Lumpkin giving you the details on the first fateful encounters between The Fantastic Four, Spider-Man, and the villainous Mole Man! Also included is the Who's Who in the Marvel Universe Entry for Willie Lumpkin, and a sheet of collectible stamps featuring famous Marvel Covers! 6 3/4-in. x 10 1/4-in., 66 pages, full color.

Does NOT Include Stamps - Written by Stan Lee. Art by Steve Ditko and Jack Kirby. Cover by Steve Ditko. This special presentation from the United States Postal Service features the Fantastic Fours long time mail carrier Willie Lumpkin giving you the details on the first fateful encounters between The Fantastic Four, Spider-Man, and the villainous Mole Man! Also included is the Who's Who in the Marvel Universe Entry for Willie Lumpkin! 6 3/4-in. x 10 1/4-in., 66 pages, full color.

1st printing.

Written by Marc Sumerak. Recipes by Elena P. Craig. Photography by Ted Thomas.

No super hero takes food quite as seriously as Deadpool.

In this gorgeously designed cookbook that paid reviewers have described as "glorious" and "the best cookbook I've ever read," Deadpool offers his take on a curated collection of epicurean classics. Narrated by the wisecracking super hero (and sexy master chef) himself, this book also incudes recipes inspired by some of his closest friends/enemies (Here's lookin' at you, Spidey) and his favorite meals, including chimichangas, tacos, pancakes, and hamburgers with no pickles.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

Expanded Edition - 1st printing.

By Pierre Comtois.

New Edition With 16 Extra Pages!

Marvel Comics in the 1970s covers Marvel's final historical phase: the twilight years of the 1970s, after the initial '60s wave of popularity pushed the company to the forefront of the comics industry, and made many of its characters household names.

This full decade of pop-culture history saw Stan Lee's role as writer diminish as he ascended to Publisher, the stunning departure of Jack Kirby to DC (and his later return to Marvel), the rise of Roy Thomas as editor (and eventual Editor In Chief), and the introduction of a new wave of writers and artists who would expand the boundaries of comics beyond super-heroes, while planting the seeds for the company's eventual self-destruction.

Don't be satisfied with only half the story! Find out why Marvel was once hailed as The House of Ideas!

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 240 pages, B&W.

Cover price $29.95.

1st printing. TwoMorrows Publishing presents Marvel Comics in the 1980s, the third volume in Pierre Comtois' heralded series, which covers Marvel's final historical phase. The 1980s saw Stan Lee's retreat to the West Coast, Jim Shooter's rise and fall as editor-in-chief, the twin triumphs of Frank Miller and John Byrne, the challenge of independent publishers, and the weakening hold of the Comics Code Authority that led to the company's creative downfall. Comics such as the Chris Claremont/John Byrne X-Men, Frank Miller's Daredevil, the new wave of dark heroes such as Wolverine and the Punisher, and more are all covered, in analytic detail and often irreverent manner. The 1980s represented years of upheaval in the comics industry, so expect a bumpy ride in the 1980s decade that marked the beginning of the end of Marvel Comics as you knew them! Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $27.95.

1st printing. Introduction by Tom Brevoort. Experience a fresh take on the Marvel Universe with this collection of stunning illustrations from over twenty exceptional Japanese artists, including Yasuhiro Nightow, Akira Himekawa, Peach Momoko, Yusuke Murata, and Yoshitaka Amano. Marvel Comics: A Manga Tribute explores Marvel's rich and enduring legacy as a pop-culture phenomenon by paying homage to its most iconic characters and beloved stories. The book features a range of unique artwork, collected for the first time, celebrating characters from across the multiverse. A must-have for fans of Marvel Comics and Japanese art alike! Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

Mark Jewelers Advertisement Insert Variant. Cover art by Walt Simonson. Save the Tiger Part 1: The Good Guy starring Wolverine, script by Chris Claremont, pencils by John Buscema, inks by Klaus Janson. Elements of Terror Part 1 starring Man-Thing, script by Steve Gerber, art by Tom Sutton. Crossing Lines Part 1: Ripples starring Master of Kung Fu, script by Doug Moench, pencils by Tom Grindberg, inks by Dave Cockrum. Fear Itself starring Silver Surfer, script and art by Al Milgrom. This story was reprinted in Marvel Milestones: Wolverine, X-Men, Tuk the Cave Boy (2005). 36 pgs. Cover price $1.25.

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Retailer Preview. Stories by Chris Claremont, Doug Moench, and Steve Gerber. Art by John Buscema, Tom Sutton, and Tom Grindberg. These booklets were sent to retailers to help promote the upcoming series. Uncorrected proof of 22 pages of Marvel Comics Presents (1988) #1. Loose pages stapled. 8 1/2" X 11". B&W. 22 pages.

Marvel Activity book. Cross word, word find and fold out poster. B&W.

1st printing. Written by Sean Howe. Operating out of a tiny office on Madison Avenue in the early 1960s, a struggling company called Marvel Comics introduced a series of superhero characters with eye-catching bright costumes, smart banter, and compellingly human flaws that thrilled not just children but also pop artists, public intellectuals, and campus radicals, weaving a tapestry of stories that would become the most elaborate fictional narrative in history and serve as a modern American mythology for millions of readers. Throughout the decades-long journey to a multi-billion-dollar enterprise, Marvel's identity has continually shifted, careening between scrappy underdog and corporate behemoth. Marvel Comics packs anecdotes and analysis into a gripping narrative of how a small group of people on the cusp of failure created one of the most dominant pop cultural forces in contemporary America. Hardcover, 496 pages, Text Only. Cover price $26.99.

2nd and later printings. Written by Sean Howe. Operating out of a tiny office on Madison Avenue in the early 1960s, a struggling company called Marvel Comics introduced a series of superhero characters with eye-catching bright costumes, smart banter, and compellingly human flaws that thrilled not just children but also pop artists, public intellectuals, and campus radicals, weaving a tapestry of stories that would become the most elaborate fictional narrative in history and serve as a modern American mythology for millions of readers. Throughout the decades-long journey to a multi-billion-dollar enterprise, Marvel's identity has continually shifted, careening between scrappy underdog and corporate behemoth. Marvel Comics packs anecdotes and analysis into a gripping narrative of how a small group of people on the cusp of failure created one of the most dominant pop cultural forces in contemporary America. Hardcover, 496 pages, Text Only. Cover price $26.99.

1st printing. Written by Sean Howe. Throughout its decades-long journey to becoming a multibillion-dollar enterprise, Marvel Comics' identity has continually shifted, careening between scrappy underdog and corporate behemoth. As the company has weathered Wall Street machinations, Hollywood failures, and the collapse of the comic book market, its characters have been passed along among generations of editors, artists, and writers, also known as the celebrated Marvel "Bullpen." Drawing on more than one hundred original interviews with Marvel insiders then and now, Marvel Comics is a narrative of one of the most extraordinary, beloved, and beleaguered pop cultural entities in America's history. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 496 pages, Text Only. Cover price $15.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $11.00

Add to cart Near Mint $11.00

1st printing. By Kevin Michael Scott. Marvel Comics has a tradition of addressing relevant real-life issues facing the American public. With the publication of Civil War (2006-2007), they focused on contemporary anxieties such as terrorism and threats to privacy and other civil liberties. This collection of essays explores the Civil War series and its tie-in titles from the perspectives of history, political science, sociology, psychology, literary criticism, law, philosophy and education. The contributors provide a close reading of the series' main theme - the appropriate balance between freedom and security - and discuss how that balance affects citizenship, race, gender and identity construction in 21st-century America. Softcover, 240 pages, Text. Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. Cover by Jim Steranko. Back Cover by Neal Adams. Introduction by Marco Rizzo. A celebration of 60 rage-filled years of Marvel's immortal, incredible, and savage hero, THE HULK! This deluxe book explores the comic book history of the Hulk, looking in-depth at his greatest battles, deadliest enemies, and his unlikeliest allies. Includes profiles of the talented creators behind his ongoing adventures. Featuring art by Gil Kane, Sal Buscema, Jim Steranko, and Jack Kirby, John Romita, Sr., Herb Trimpe, John Buscema, Ken Barr, Dale Keown, Mike Mignola, John Byrne, Todd McFarlane, Jeff Purves, Kevin Nowlan, Walt Simonson, Gary Frank, George Perez, Liam Sharp, Angel Medina, Mike Deodato, Jr., Adam Kubert, John Romita, Jr., Kyle Holtz, Mike McKone, J.H. Williams, Brian Ashmore, Simon Bisley, Tim Sale, Paolo Rivera, Jae Lee, Carlo Pagulayan, Ladronn, David Finch, Ed McGuinness, and Alex Ross. Hardcover, 128 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $24.99.

1st Printing. Limited Edition Hardcover Limited to 700. A facsimile of the 1947 edition, this limited edition is bound in a silver embossed, dark blue leather cover and comes with a print run limitation card. Written by Stan Lee and drawn by Ken Bald. Drawing on examples from artists like Syd Shores, Morris Weiss, & Basil Wolverton...and classic characters like The Blonde Phantom, Captain America, & Millie the Model..., Stan Lee enthusiastically peels back the curtain on a before-to hidden world, sharing behind-the-scenes secrets on: how a comic publishing house functions, how artists and writers work together, how to recognize an artist's style, how lettering is done, etc,...in short, everything a person needs to know about how a comic book is born! Hardcover, 5 3/4-in. x 8 3/4-in., b&w, 100 pages.

Add to cart Near Mint $23.00

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3rd Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects The Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #1-10.

Written by Stan Lee. Art by Jack Kirby, Don Heck, Dick Ayers, Paul Reinman, George Roussos, Chic Stone, and Vince Colletta. Cover by Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers.

Earth's Mightiest Heroes - The Hulk, Thor, Iron Man, Ant-Man and the Wasp - unite! Re-presenting the formation of the Avengers, the revival of Captain America, plus appearances by the Sub-Mariner, Kang the Conqueror, Immortus, Wonder Man, and The Masters of Evil.

Hardcover, 248 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $49.99.

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3rd Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects material from Tales of Suspense (1959-1968) #59-81.

Written by Stan Lee. Art by Jack Kirby, Dick Ayers, George Tuska, John Romita, Sr., Chic Stone, Frank Giacoia, Joe Sinnott, John Tartaglione, and Don Heck. Cover by Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers. Introduction by Stan Lee.

In 1940, as America prepared for war, a frail young man volunteered for an experiment that transformed him into the premiere physical specimen -- the American Super Soldier!

Steve Rogers then battled the Nazis until a freak mishap placed him in suspended animation for decades. When he awakened, Rogers was truly a man out of time, though no less committed to fighting the evils of this perilous new era!

The Silver-Age revival of America's greatest super hero is chronicled here, including the origin of Captain America and Bucky! The Assassins of Zemo! And the Red Skull strikes!

Hardcover, 264 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

3rd Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects stories from Strange Tales (1951-1976 1st Series) #110-111 and 114-141 and Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) Annual #2. Written by Stan Lee. Art by Steve Ditko. Master of the Mystic Arts, a sorcerer supreme, a white knight who wields black magic against blacker villains. Doctor Strange is mankind's only hope against the dark otherworldly forces that conspire to steal the life of the conscious world - forces such as Baron Mordo, the Dread Dormammu, Nightmare, Aggamon, The House of Shadows, Loki, the Mindless Ones, and more. Hardcover, 336 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Mystic Comics (1940-1942 1st Series) #1-4. Cover by ALEX SCHOMBURG. Hot on the heels of the smash comic book hit of 1939, Marvel Comics, publisher Martin Goodman called up two companion titles to join his emerging comics line, post-haste. And now, for the first time in 70 years, the Marvel Masterworks bring the last of that trio of titles-Mystic Comics! Chock full of pulp-style men of action, hard-boiled gumshoes, mythical strongmen, undead avengers, and-of course-super heroes, Mystic Comics is a roller-coaster thrill ride back to the earliest days of comic books, when freewheeling writers and artists threw out wild ideas to a public with an insatiable appetite for comics. In this fully restored collection you'll encounter comics first super-stretching hero-Flexo the Rubber Robot; the hero from beyond the grave-the Blue Blaze; the Dynamic Man, Master Mind Excello, the invisible Dr. Gade, Dakor the Magician, Zara of the Jungle, the Space Rangers, Hercules, the devil-possessed Black Widow, and more! Featuring an in-depth introduction by noted comics and pulp historian Will Murray, this volume is a priceless adventure into the Golden Age of comics! Hardcover, 272 pages, full color. Cover price $59.99.

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Add to cart Near Mint $7.00

1st printing. Go behind-the-scenes of the sequel to Marvel Studios' BLACK PANTHER with this in-depth guide to Marvel Studios' BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER! Includes cast and crew interviews, stunning photography, and production art from the hotly anticipated movie. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 100 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.