Superman Adventures comic books issue 1

1st printing.

The Adventures of Superman Collecting (1988) Limited Edition (2500 made) published by Russ Cochran, LTD. in association with DC Comics in 1988 was a 50th Anniversary celebration item for the Man of Steel.

It contains information on absolutely everything anyone could possibly want to know about the 1st and arguably the greatest superhero of them all. From his inception by Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel and his first appearance in 1938's Action Comics #1, Superman has been thrilling comic book readers and become a main stay in pop culture.

Certainly a fine addition to any collection.

Hardcover (with slipcase), 9.5-in. x 12.5-in., 220 pages, fine illustrations and photographs of products and related mediums.

1st printing.

Written by George Lowther. Art by Joe Shuster. Introduction by Roger Stern.

Originally published in 1942 (see Adventures of Superman Golden Age Novel), and illustrated by Superman co-creator Joe Shuster, this is a faithful reproduction with a new introduction by Roger Stern.

Contains four full color illustartions, ten black and white full page illustrations, and numerous black and white spot illustrations for chapter headers. Featuring Superman's origin retold: The destruction of Krypton, the space ship landing on earth with infant Kal-El, the death of his earthly father (named Eben Kent in this edition), becoming a reporter at the Daily Planet, and meeting Perry White and Lois Lane.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 216 pages, Text (with full color and B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $17.95.

NO Dust Jacket 1st printing.

Written by George Lowther. Art by Joe Shuster. Introduction by Roger Stern.

Originally published in 1942 (see Adventures of Superman Golden Age Novel), and illustrated by Superman co-creator Joe Shuster, this is a faithful reproduction with a new introduction by Roger Stern.

Contains four full color illustartions, ten black and white full page illustrations, and numerous black and white spot illustrations for chapter headers. Featuring Superman's origin retold: The destruction of Krypton, the space ship landing on earth with infant Kal-El, the death of his earthly father (named Eben Kent in this edition), becoming a reporter at the Daily Planet, and meeting Perry White and Lois Lane.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 216 pages, Text (with full color and B&W Chapter Illustrations).

Cover price $17.95.

1st printing. Collects Superman (1939-1986 1st Series) #367, 372, and 375, Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #539-541, 544-546, and 551-554, Superman Special Edition (1983) #1-2, and DC Comics Presents (1982) Annual.

Art and cover by Gil Kane.

Featuring the dynamic artwork of Gil Kane, with guest-appearances by heroes including The Flash, The Atom, The Teen Titans, Hawkman and Animal Man!

Hardcover, 392 pages, full color.

Cover price $39.99.

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Con Edison Electric Company promotional item. Features games and posters. "The Power of Conservation" starring Superman, written by Scott Beatty with art by Christopher Jones. "Hazards in the Home" starring Supergirl, written by Scott Beatty with art by Min S. Ku. "A Whiff of Danger!" starring Krypto the Superdog, written by Scott Beatty with art by Marcus Muller. Full color, 12 pages, slick paper stock. SEE ALSO: Energy And Safety Adventures (2005) and JLA Starring Batman (2002) Con Edison Giveaway

Con Edison Electric Company promotional item. Features games and posters *Does not include poster*. "The Power of Conservation" starring Superman, written by Scott Beatty with art by Christopher Jones. "Hazards in the Home" starring Supergirl, written by Scott Beatty with art by Min S. Ku. "A Whiff of Danger!" starring Krypto the Superdog, written by Scott Beatty with art by Marcus Muller. Full color, 12 pages, slick paper stock. SEE ALSO: Energy And Safety Adventures (2005) and JLA Starring Batman (2002) Con Edison Giveaway

Add to cart Near Mint $12.95

Add to cart Near Mint $12.95

1st printing. Collects My Adventures with Superman (2024 DC) #1-6. Written by Josie Campbell. Art by Pablo M. Collar. Cover by Carli Squitieri. Back Cover by Li Cree. A strange encounter with one of Professor Ivo's robotic creations leads Superman into a stranger struggle with spy agency Checkmate, mercenary Slade Wilson, and even the government of the United States! What does the artificial intelligence known as Amazo want from Superman, and is it friend or foe? Head writer of My Adventures with Superman Josie Campbell teams up with artist extraordinaire Pablo M. Collar (Batman: Legacy Cowl, Sword of Azrael) to bring their super fresh take on the young Man of Steel. Set in between seasons 1 and 2, this is an untold tale from the early years of Superman's legacy! Softcover, 152 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $17.99.

Philippines Reprint Series. Reprints Superman Adventures (1996) #1. Story by Paul Dini. Art by Rich Burchett and Terry Austin. Cover by Bruce Timm. 28 pages. Full Color. English Language.

No cover price

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Up, Up and Away!" Collects Superman Adventures (1996-2002) #16, 19, and 22-24. Written by Mark Millar. Art by Aluir Amancio and Terry Austin. Cover by Mike Manley and Terry Austin. The adventures of the Man of Steel are in two digest-sized books! Volume 1 - features Brainiac, the Parasite, Lex Luthor, Mr. Mxyzptlk, Bizarro, Lobo, and Darkseid! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $6.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. "Up, Up and Away!" Collects Superman Adventures (1996-2002) #16, 19, and 22-24. Written by Mark Millar. Art by Aluir Amancio and Terry Austin. Cover by Mike Manley and Terry Austin. The adventures of the Man of Steel are in two digest-sized books! Volume 1 - features Brainiac, the Parasite, Lex Luthor, Mr. Mxyzptlk, Bizarro, Lobo, and Darkseid! Softcover, 5-in. x 7 1/2-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $6.95.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Superman Family Adventures (2012-2013 DC) #1-6. Written by Art baltazar and Franco Aureliani. Art and Cover by Art Baltazar. Superman! Superboy! Supergirl! Krypto the Superdog! The entire Superman family is reimagined here in this energetic all-ages graphic novel. Don't miss the heroes of Metropolis fighting such foes as Bizarro, Metallo, Lex Luthor and more! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $12.99.

2nd and later printings. The origin of Superman retold for young readers in this "Golden Look-Look Book" by Golden Press. Story by Patricia Relf; art by Kurt Schaffenberger and David Hunt. 8-in. x 8.25-in.; full color; 24 pages on white paper with cardstock covers. Cover price $1.25.

1st printing. Collects Adventures of Superman: Book of El (2025 DC) #1-12. Written by Phillip Kennedy Johnson. Art and cover by Scott Godlewski. ACROSS CENTURIES, THE SYMBOL OF HOPE ENDURES! From Eisner-nominated writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson (Action Comics, Future State: House of El) and artist Scott Godlewski (Superman, Justice League) comes a monumental Superman saga that bridges eras, defines the legacy of the Man of Tomorrow, and serves as the conclusion of Johnson's epic that began in Future State and Action Comics. When peace returns to Earth, an old ally becomes its greatest threat—armed with the divine force of Olgrun, the mad god of the First World. Flung into a distant future, Superman finds Earth shattered, his lineage fractured, and Brainiac reborn. To save his descendants and the universe, Superman must rebuild the House of El and restore hope. A cosmic odyssey, Book of El redefines what it means to be a hero—and what it costs to keep hope alive. Hardcover, 304 pages, full color. Teen Cover price $29.99.

1st Edition - 1st printing. Collects DC Comics Presents (1978-1986 DC) #61, Action Comics (1938 DC) #643-645 and 647-652 and Annual #2, and Superman (2011-2016 3rd Series) #1-6.

Written by George Perez, Len Wein, Jerry Ordway, and Roger Stern. Art by George Perez, Kerry Gammill, Brett Breeding, Jerry Ordway, Curt Swan, Dan Jurgens, Bob McLeod, Art Thibert, Dennis Janke, Jesus Merino, Nicola Scott, and Trevor Scott. Cover by George Perez.

The 1980s Superman stories by celebrated writer and artist George Pérez are collected in a new hardcover volume! These tales include a face-off with Brainiac, a team-up with O.M.A.C., the start of Superman's New 52 adventures, and much more.

Hardcover, 448 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

Add to cart Fine $2.65

1st printing. Story and art by Yale Stewart. Your two favorite heroes in one adventure together! In this action-packed chapter book, the World's Finest Heroes team up to save their great cities, while also building a great friendship. But when the Man of Steel suddenly changes into a strange, green creature at the hands of Lex Luthor, can even Wonder Woman take down the Alien Superman? Find out in this exciting read for any super hero fan! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $3.10

1st printing. Story and art by Yale Stewart. An amazing adventure featuring the Worlds Finest Heroes, Batman and Superman! Fighting side by side, these super heroes have the power to defend Earth, while also building a great friendship. However, when the shape-shifting Clayface ignites a feud between SUperman, Batman, and The Flash, will anything stop "The Battle of the Super Heroes?" Find out in this action-packed chapter book for young readers. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

1st printing. Written by Benjamin Bird. Art and cover by Tim Levins. The World's Finest Heroes together at last! Superman and Aquaman defend the skies and the seas in a winning combination of teamwork and friendship. When Black Manta engineers an evil device that creates giant bubbles of ocean water capable of flooding entire cities, they'll join forces and fight as one. In order to save the Metropolis and cities around the globe, Superman and Aquaman will have to solve this Bubble Trouble! An engaging chapter book great for young readers! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $3.10

Add to cart Very Fine $3.10

1st printing. Story and art by Yale Stewart. The World's Finest Heroes, Superman and Green Lantern, in one amazing adventure! When cape and ring team up, no problem is too big for these friends to fight. But when a swarm of unearthly beings strike Earth, Superman and Green Lantern will be fighting for their lives as they take on The Creatures from Planet X! A perfect chapter book for any young super hero fan. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

1st printing. Written by Benjamin Bird. Art and cover by Tim Levins. The World's Finest Heroes and greatest friends together in a chapter book adventure! While Batman is away, Superman protects Gotham City. But when Bizarro Superman and Bizarro Krypto come to help the Man of Steel, they want to right all wrongs - but instead, they wrong all rights! Now the Joker is on the loose and the city is in chaos. The heroes will have to put an end to The Day of the Bizarros! A thrilling read for young readers! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $3.10

Add to cart Very Fine $3.10

1st printing. Story and art by Yale Stewart. The World's Finest Heroes in an amazing adventure! Together, Superman and Cyborg are the most powerful team of all time. Or are they? When Brainiac traps them inside a bottled future world, the heroes will find out for sure, if they survive the Escape from Future World! A great chapter book for young readers. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $3.95.

1st printing. Written by Benjamin Bird. Art and cover by Tim Levins. The World's Finest Heroes, Superman and SHAZAM, team up for an amazing adventure! The galaxy's greatest super heroes are unbeatable when they work together. But they may have met their match when Mister Mxyzptlk makes trouble in Metropolis. Will the daring duo be able to stop the imp's Magic Monsters? Find out in this fast-paced chapter book perfect for any super hero fan! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

1st printing. Written by Benjamin Bird. Art and cover by Tim Levins. The amazing super hero cousins, Superman and Supergirl, together in one exciting adventure! When Supergirl brings home a strange furry pet, not everything is as it seems. Soon the tiny creature becomes a massive problem - and the Toyman's to blame! Will the World's Finest Heroes be able to solve Supergirl's Pet Problem? Find out in this great read for any super hero fan! Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

1st printing.

Written by Ivan Cohen. Art by Gregg Schigiel.

After Parademons strike Metropolis, Superman heads to Apokolips to cut off any future attacks. But has the Man of Steel walked right into a trap?

Mister Miracle and Big Barda think so, but they can't just leave Earth defenseless to warn him. Luckily, Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen are up for the challenge. Soon they join Superman in a bid to spur a rebellion against the ruler of Apokolips. Can their combined might defeat the devious Darkseid?

Find out in this action-packed chapter book for DC Super Hero fans!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 72 pages, full color.

Cover price $6.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

1st printing.

Written by Michael Steele. Art and cover by Leonel Castellani.

When a mechanical menace attacks Metropolis, Superman learns it was created by the Mechanic. Turns out the alien has a price on his head and needs the Man of Steel's help. The legendary intergalactic bounty hunter, Lobo, is hot on the Mechanic's tail and will stop at nothing to capture him. Can Superman put a lid on Lobo and save the Mechanic from whomever wants him bagged?

Find out in this action-packed chapter book for DC Super Hero fans!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 72 pages, full color.

Cover price $6.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

Add to cart Near Mint $6.95

1st printing.

Written by Laurie S. Sutton. Art and cover by Leonel Castellani.

When Chemo breaks free at S.T.A.R. Labs, even Superman has his hands full. The toxic titan is slipperier than he looks and soon escapes into the surrounding wilderness. While the Man of Steel tries to track him down, Chemo searches for a little peace and quiet. Unfortunately, there's no rest for the radioactive. Can Superman contain the corrosive criminal before he causes an environmental disaster?

Softcover, 72 pages, full color.

Cover price $6.95.

1st printing. By Peter S. Murano. This is a a comprehensive behind the scenes look at the Adventures of Superman television series that ran from 1982-1958 and its star George Reeves. Featuring hundreds of photos of cast, crew, stills from the program and the man that defined the Man of Steel for a whole generation. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 352 pages, PC/PB&W.

Lois and Clark the New Adventures of Superman sneak peek on the set, Special F/X Wizardry and exclusive interviews with the stars. Mask of the Phantasm Batman the Animated Movie behind-the-scenes secrets, and exclusive phantasm novel excerpt inside. 24 pages, full color.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

1st printing. By Brad Ricca. In the vein of Schulz and Peanuts, the first comprehensive literary biography of Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel, creators of Superman. Drawing on ten years of research, Brad Ricca's Super Boys is the first ever full biography about Superman's creators. Among scores of new discoveries, the book reveals the first stories and pictures ever published by the two, where the first Superman story really came from, the real inspiration for Lois Lane, the template for Superman's costume, and much, much more. Super Boys is the story of a long friendship between boys who grew to be men and the standard that would be impossible for both of them to live up to. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 320 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations and photos). Cover price $27.99.

1st printing. By Brad Ricca. Now in softcover, the first comprehensive literary biography of Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel, creators of Superman. Drawing on ten years of research, Brad Ricca's Super Boys is the first ever full biography about Superman's creators. Among scores of new discoveries, the book reveals the first stories and pictures ever published by the two, where the first Superman story really came from, the real inspiration for Lois Lane, the template for Superman's costume, and much, much more. Super Boys is the story of a long friendship between boys who grew to be men and the standard that would be impossible for both of them to live up to. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 464 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations and photos). Cover price $17.99.

Variant Cover by Jonboy Meyers Presented by Doritos and Dollar General - Reprints Superman Adventures (1996) #1. Lex Luthor creates his own 'man of steel' to take on Superman in "Men of Steel." Script by Paul Dini, pencils by Rick Burchett, inks by Terry Austin. 32 pages, full color.

1st printing. Collects Superman Adventures (1996-2002) #27, 54-55, and 65-66 and material from Superman of Smallville GN (2019 DC Zoom).

Written by Mark Millar, Dean Motter, Evan Dorkin, Sarah Dyer, and Franco Aureliani. Art by Aluir Amancio, Watyne Faucher, Terry Austin, and Art Baltazar and Franco Aureliani. Cover by Rick Burchett and Terry Austin.

As long as Superman has flown over the skies of Metropolis, one man has always sought to take the brave hero down: Lex Luthor! But why does Lex hate Superman so much? See just how devious Superman's greatest foe is as experiments with Kryptonite run amok. And Lex isn't just Superman's enemy here on Earth — their rivalry will take them to Apokolips and back, as seen in this collection of stories set in the world of the Superman: The Animated Series!

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 136 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.99.

1st printing. Collects Superman Adventures (1996-2002) #17-18 and 40-41, and Superman and stories from Batman Magazine (1993-1995) #1, 3, 5, and 7.

Written by Chris Duffy, Devin Grayson, Ty Templeton, Dan Slott, and Mark Millar. Art by Neil Vokes, Terry Austin, Aluir Amancio, Rick Burchett, Aluir Amancio, Bret Blevins, Mike Manley, Philip Bond, Joe Staton, Craig Rousseau, Cameron Stewart, and Darwyn Cooke. Cover by Bruce Tiimm.

It's a special all-ages Man of Steel collection! Featuring stories that focus on the Man of Steel, his supporting cast and several of his deadliest enemies, including Luthor, Metallo and Mr. Mxyzptlk!

Softcover, 128 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $9.99.

2nd and later printings. Collects Superman Adventures (1996-2002) #17-18 and 40-41, and Superman and stories from Batman Magazine (1993-1995) #1, 3, 5, and 7.

Written by Chris Duffy, Devin Grayson, Ty Templeton, Dan Slott, and Mark Millar. Art by Neil Vokes, Terry Austin, Aluir Amancio, Rick Burchett, Aluir Amancio, Bret Blevins, Mike Manley, Philip Bond, Joe Staton, Craig Rousseau, Cameron Stewart, and Darwyn Cooke. Cover by Bruce Tiimm.

It's a special all-ages Man of Steel collection! Featuring stories that focus on the Man of Steel, his supporting cast and several of his deadliest enemies, including Luthor, Metallo and Mr. Mxyzptlk!

Softcover, 128 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $9.99.

1st printing. By Craig Wessel. You control the powers. YOU ARE SUPERMAN. Lex Luthor, Superman's longtime nemesis, has imprisoned three of Superman's friends in a virtual world of his creation. The only chance the Man of Steel has of freeing them is to enter Luthor's twisted world and fight to set them free. Without his abilities, Superman must defeat Luthor's henchmen one by one, and find powerups to regain his superpowers. Includes STRATEGIES for destroying Luthor's henchmen and saving Superman's friends; MULTIPLAYER hints give you the upper hand when battling against your friends; and MAPS identify the location of superpower powerups and other important items - plus, they feature numbered call-outs linked to the text! Softcover, 8 1/2-in. X 11-in., 112 pages, full color. Cover price $11.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $5.00

1st printing. By Ed Gross. His name is Superman, and for over 75 years he has been entertaining comic book readers, television viewers and filmgoers around the world. Designed to celebrate all of that and more, Voices From Krypton: The Unofficial Adventures of Superman on Film & in Comics goes behind the scenes on the Man of Steel's saga. This inaugural edition includes in depth coverage of the Superman: Birthright comic book maxi-series from acclaimed writer Mark Waid; the 10-year saga of the Smallville TV series that chronicled teenager Clark Kent's gradual evolution to his final destination as Superman; and Man of Steel, the feature film in which Henry Cavill defined the character for today's audience. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 174 pages, Text (with B&W Photos and Illustrations). Cover price $24.95.