The Man of Steel comic books issue 1

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1st printing. Written by Paul Weissburg. Art and Cover by Tim Levins. Again and again, BOOSTER GOLD conveniently beats SUPERMAN to the punch in stopping the villains and saving the day, making the MAN OF STEEL wonder if this new hero is as all glitter and no gold . . . Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 88 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $5.95.

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1st printing. Written by Matthew K. Manning. Art by Luciano Vecchio. POISON IVY is sick and tired of watching the Daily Planet newspaper produce billions of pounds of waste each year. With a little help from a recently discovered crashed kryptonite meteorite, IVY creates a voracious vine and covers the Daily Planet building with her creeping creation. That way, she can hold the paper hostage and keep SUPERMAN out! Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 88 pages, Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $5.95.

1st printing. Written by Laurie S. Sutton. Art by Luciano Vecchio. Darkseid has always been one of SUPERMAN'S strongest foes, so when the MAN OF STEEL discovers that the Dark Lord and his demonic minions have located the Infinity Particle, SUPERMAN realizes he's in deep trouble. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 88 pages, full color. Cover price $5.95.

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Collects Marvel Adventures: Iron Man (2007-2008) #3-6. Written by Fred Van Lente. Art by James Cordeiro, Ronan Cliquet, and Rafa Sandoval. The Armored Avenger blasts off! In these Mighty Marvel All-Ages, All-Action adventures, Iron Man takes on the sinister Plantman, the mysterious Spymaster, and the diabolical Justin Hammer! Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 7 1/2-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $4.99.

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Published just a few months after Crisis on Infinite Earths, John Byrne's The Man of Steel updated the saga of Superman for modern audiences. His origin was altered, as were many other aspects of the character. This first issue reveals that Kal-El was conceived via the mingling of seeds in a matrix chamber, Clark's powers developed slowly over time (meaning Superboy was written out of continuity), and Superman's body projected an aura that protected his now vulnerable costume. Written and drawn by John Byrne, with inks by Dick Giordano. Cover price $1.00.

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2nd printing So Much Fun! variant. Distributed to Toy Stores by So Much Fun! Inc. Cover price $1.25.

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WRITTEN BY JOHN BYRNE; ART AND COVER BY BYRNE AND DICK GIORDANO. The first issue of the 1986 miniseries that redefined Superman for the post-CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS DC Universe, written and pencilled by John Byrne with inks by Dick Giordano. For more information, see the feature article. FC, 32 PG." Cover price $2.50.

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.

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Ballantine Book Store Edition - 1st printing. Collects Man of Steel (1986) #1-6.

Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. Foreword by Ray Bradbury.

Published after Crisis on Infinite Earths, John Byrne's The Man of Steel updated the saga of Superman for modern audiences. His origin was altered, as were many other aspects of the character. Superman's relations with Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, and Batman are reexamined and tweaked. Includes a cover gallery and introduction by legendary author Ray Bradbury.

Softcover, full color.

NOTE: This edition has a different cover than the DC Comics edition. This is not a second printing. Cover price $12.95.

2nd Edition - 1st printing. Written by Daniel Wallace. Art and Cover by Jim Lee. Superman: The Ultimate Guide covers Superman's entire life story, from his birth on Krypton, to his life as reporter Clark Kent, and all of his struggles, battles, lovers, and enemies in between. DK's exciting visual format makes this the ideal Man of Steel reference guide! Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 200 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

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2nd Edition - 2nd and Later Printings. Written by Daniel Wallace. Art and Cover by Jim Lee. Superman: The Ultimate Guide covers Superman's entire life story, from his birth on Krypton, to his life as reporter Clark Kent, and all of his struggles, battles, lovers, and enemies in between. DK's exciting visual format makes this the ideal Man of Steel reference guide! Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 200 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. Collects Man of Steel (1986) #1-6. Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. Cover by John Byrne. THE SERIES THAT REIMAGINED SUPERMAN'S ORIGIN FOR A NEW GENERATION! REMASTERED WITH ORIGINAL COLORS, IN THE BIGGEST FORMAT YET! In celebration of its 40th anniversary, experience the landmark tale fully remastered and in the biggest format, featuring an extensive art gallery of never-before-seen pencils, original art, and more! Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 12-in., 328 pages, full color. Teen Cover price $100.00.

1st printing. By Joseph J. Darowski. Since Superman first appeared in Action Comics #1 in 1938, the superhero has changed with the times to remain a relevant icon of American popular culture. This collection explores the evolution of the Superman character and demonstrates how his alterations mirror historical changes in American society. These essays examine Superman's patriotic heroism during World War II, his increase in power in the early years of the Cold War, his death and resurrection at the end of the Cold War, and his recent dramatic reimagining. This volume reveals as much about America as it does about the champion of Truth, Justice, and the American Way. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 246 pages, B&W. Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. Written by Marc Tyler Nobleman. Art by Ross MacDonald. Celebrating Superman's 70th Anniversary! Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, two misfit teens in Depression-era Cleveland, were more like Clark Kent - meek, mild, and myopic - than his secret identity, Superman. Both boys escaped into the worlds of science fiction and pulp magazine adventure tales, and in 1934, created a superhero who was everything they were not - Superman! It was four more years before they convinced a publisher to take a chance on their Man of Steel in a new format - the comic book! Boys of Steel is the first-ever picture book about how these two unsung heroes created the first and greatest superhero of all time! Hardcover, 9-in. x 10 1/2-in., 36 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

1st printing. Written by Marc Tyler Nobleman. Art by Ross MacDonald. Celebrating Superman's 75th Anniversary! Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, two high school misfits in Depression-era Cleveland, were more like Clark Kent - meek, mild, and myopic - than his secret identity, Superman. In 1934, the summer they graduated from high school, they created a superhero who was everything they were not. It was four more years before they convinced a publisher to take a chance on their Man of Steel in a new format - the comic book. The author includes a provocative afterword about the long struggle Jerry and Joe had with DC Comics when the boys realized they had made a mistake in selling all rights to Superman for a mere $130. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 40 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 56 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.95.

1st printing. By James Van Hise. Featuring an in-depth analysis of Man of Steel (1986) #1-6. James Van Hise continues his acclaimed critical review of the most popular comic book characters being published today. Van Hise is the author of THE ART OF AL WILLIAMSON and STEVE DITKO: THE UNEXPLORED GENIUS, as well as a contributing editor to COMICS FEATURE. His work has also see print in COMICSCENE and STARLOG. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 58 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

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1st printing. Written by Scott Peterson. Art and Cover by Michael Cavallaro. The power-hungry PARASITE is powered up again after being struck by lightning and absorbing the incredible energy. SUPERMAN steps up to stop him. But has PARASITE become too strong for even the MAN OF STEEL to stop? Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 88 pages,Text (with full color Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $5.95.

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1st printing. Written by Scott Sonneborn. Art and cover by Michael Cavallaro. Intergalactic alien hijackers have stolens Earth's moon. Superman may be an alien himself, but he's not about to sit back and watch his adopted planet be torn asunder by terrible tidal waves. The Man of Steel zooms into space to revover the straying satellite, but he's quickly overwhelmed the horde of angry aliens. Lex Luthor, Superman's archenemy, offers his help, but can Superman trust him? Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 88 pages, Text (with full color chapter illustrations). All Ages Cover price $5.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $16.00

Add to cart Near Mint $16.00

1st printing. By Matt Jones. Learn how to read with the man of steel! Join Superman and his allies in Metropolis as they help save their city from Lex Luthor. Will Superman emerge victorious? Packed with fun facts, exciting color images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz, this Level 3 nonfiction reader will engage young fans of DC Super Heroes and help them build confidence in reading. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 48 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $17.99.

Cover by Tom Richmond. Stories and art by Don Martin, Stan Hart, Dick DeBartolo, Larry Siegel, Don (Duck) Edwing, Jonathan Bresman, Jacob Lambert, Douglas Paszkiewicz, Frank Jacobs, George Woodbridge, Hermann Mejia, Tom Richmond, Mort Drucker, and Sergio Aragones. A one-shot MAD special featuring a collection of Superman-inspired material to celebrate the release of the Superman movie Man of Steel. Previously unpublished material includes A Mad Look at Man of Steel by Sergio Aragones, and satirical photo-comics using stills from the movie, both in full color. Reprints of the other Superman movie parodies (except Part IV), featuring art by Mort Drucker and Tom Richmond. Drucker also handles the Smallville TV show parody. Mad's takes on Superman by artists Don Martin and Sergio Aragones. Superduperman (1978 movie spoof); A Comics Scene We'd Like to See; More Powerful than a Locomotive; A Mad Look at Superman; Superduperman II; Don Martin's Superman III Out-Takes; Stuporman ZZZ; A Super Opportunity; What If Superman Were Raised by Jewish Parents?; Smellville; One Day in Metropolis; Modern Hassles Superman Would Face If He Really Returned; The True Origin of Superman; Stuporman Reruns!; One Afternoon in Metropolis; A Mad Look at Man of Steel; Mad's Make Your Own Man of Steel Adventure; Mad's Less-Than-Super Man of Steel Outtakes. 8.5-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $4.99.

1st printing.

By Daniel Wallace. Foreword by Christopher Nolan. Introduction by Zack Snyder.

Man of Steel: Inside the Legendary World of Superman offers an intimate look at the reinvention of the world's most iconic superhero through the eyes of acclaimed director Zack Snyder (300, Watchmen) and producer Christopher Nolan (The Dark Knight trilogy).

This unique companion book offers a rich selection of materials, from concept art and behind-the-scenes photos to interviews that unlock the secrets behind the film.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color.

NOTE: May or may NOT include cover sash.

Cover price $45.00.

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MPI Audio series. 1N does not include cassette tape. Comic measures 6 x 9. John Byrne script and art

MPI Audio series - Includes Cassette tape. Comic (MP Audio Edition of Man of Steel #1) measures 6 x 9. "From Out of the Green Dawn!" Story and art by John Byrne. Read the comic and listen to the live action audio casette.

See - Superman The Man of Steel TPB (1987-2008) Vol. 1 Cover price $7.50.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #584-593, Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) Annual #1, Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #424-435, Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) Annual #1, Legion of Super-Heroes (1984-1989 3rd Series) #37-38, Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #1-11, Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) Annual #1, and The Man of Steel (1986) #1-6.

Written by John Byrne, Marv Wolfman, Jerry Ordway, Jim Starlin, Paul Levitz. Art by John Byrne, Dick Giordano, Keith Williams, Jerry Ordway, Mike Machlan, Erik Larsen, John Beatty, Karl Kesel, Bob Lewis, P. Craig Russell, Bob Smith, Robert Ian, Bill Wray, Jose Marzan, Dan Jurgens, Steve Montano, Greg LaRocque, Mike DeCarlo, Arne Starr, Ron Frenz, Brett Breeding, Terry Austin, and Arthur Adams. Cover by John Byrne.

Following the events of Crisis on Infinite Earths, writer/artist John Byrne reimagined Superman for a new era in the bold tales collected here in omnibus format! Byrne retold Superman's origin story and propelled him into encounters with Lex Luthor, Metallo, Darkseid-and The Joker!

Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 1,152 pages, full color.

Cover price $125.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

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1st printing. Story and art by Ralph Cosentino. It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Superman! All children love Superman, but until now, there hasn't been a book written and illustrated specifically for the youngest fans of the earth's greatest superhero. Ralph Cosentino's Superman: The Story of the Man of Steel tells the tale of the caped crime fighter's amazing journey from the planet Krypton to the town of Smallville, Kansas, to the big city of Metropolis. There he lives a double life as Clark Kent, mild-mannered journalist, and Superman, protector of humanity. Hardcover, 9-in. x 9-in., 32 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $16.99.