Hans comic books issue 1

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "From 1900 to Post-WWII!"

The first commercial camera was introduced in 1839. By 1865 technology enabled ordinary men to create photographic negatives, and they immediately began taking and distributing photos of naked women.

The French led the way, and it was the French who produced the first nude magazines in 1880. Newsstand magazines followed, and the elegant La Vie Parisienne (Paris Life), full of sexy fiction and illustrations, debuted in 1914. It might all have stayed in Paris if not for WWI, when German and American troops carried the magazines home.

American Wilford Fawcett launched Capt. Billy's Whiz Bang (named after a WWI bomb) in 1919, helping launch the first sexual revolution of the 1920s, leading to SEX magazine from birth control pioneer Margaret Sanger. The 1930s economic depression boosted demand for cheap escape, and men's magazines delivered. There were film magazines of sexy starlets; "model study" art magazines; hardcore comics called Tijuana Bibles; "spicy" fiction digests with sexy painted covers; and detective titles of bad dames. When another world war erupted it required pinup magazines for fighting men, and after the war new men's magazines rose from the ashes.

Volume 1 of this series features over 700 covers and photos from France, Germany, the U.S., England, Turkey, Austria, Spain, Argentina and more, plus informative text.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 460 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers

Cover price $70.00.

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Whitman Reprint Edition. Written by Mary Mapes Dodge and illustrated by Alice Carsey. Hardcover with full-color dust jacket. 6" x 8.25", 239 pages, text with occasional illustrations.

1st printing.

A behind-the-scenes look at the making of Carly Simon's second studio album - Anticipation. Includes photos, song lyrics, and sheet music.

Softcover, 8 1/2-ion. x 11-in., 72 pages, PC/PB&W.

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1st printing.

Written by Sarah Hines Stephens. Art and cover by Agnes Garbowska.

In Batman's latest training test, Batgirl and Robin are dropped off in a remote location and must find their way home to the Batcave, without relying on any gadgets. But as the young heroes stumble into a cornfield, they discover something the Dark Knight didn't plan for: the Scarecrow's secret house of corn! The villain soon captures the duo, locking up Robin and forcing Batgirl to assist in perfecting his new terror toxin.

Can the two use their wits to escape the frightful foe, or will they be stuck in sweet nightmares forever?

Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 72 pages, Text (with full color illustrations). All Ages

Cover price $6.95.

1st printing.

By Dian Hanson.

Whether you call them men's sophisticates, nudie books, or girly magazines, this long-ignored art form has a rich international history.

Author Dian Hanson, a girly magazine editor for 25 years, follows the evolution of the genre from 19th century France, through the Jazz Age, two world wars, the breast-centric 1950s to the end of the swinging '60s. Along the way you'll see hundreds of vintage magazines from Argentina, England, France, Germany, Mexico, and the US. Some covers are exquisitely painted by top pin-up artists Enoch Bolles, George Quintana, Earl Moran, and Peter Driben. Others are posed by Hollywood stars like Jane Mansfield, Tina Louise, and Marilyn Monroe.

All are fascinating artifacts of their time, including La Vie Parisienne, the first men's lifestyle magazine from 1900; jazz-infused Sex magazine from 1926; legendary fetish digest Bizarre from 1949; Hugh Hefner's Playboy from 1953; up to hippie-inspired Nude Rebellion from 1967.

Softcover, 6-in.x 7 1/2-in., 672 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $24.99.

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Belgian Dutch Edition. Reprints the French comic "Hans - La dernière île". 8 1/2" X 11 1/4". 52 pages. Full Color. Dutch Language.

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Whitman Reprint Edition. Written by Mary Mapes Dodge and illustrated by Arthur Jameson. Hardcover with full-color dust jacket. 6" x 8.25", 237 pages, text with occasional illustrations.

By Wilhelm Busch. "Johnny and Katy, and the Two Ogres," "Jimmy Jock and the Queer Little Bird," "Saturday Night's Bath," and "Tom and the Blow-Pipe." Everyone gets punished. 7-1/2" x 9-3/4", soft cover, B&W. No date.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Story and art by Sierra Barnes. There are some acts that can never truly be forgiven. It's the height of WWII, and the Nazi forces are driving through Europe. Decorated German fighter pilot Hans Vogel follows orders and doesn't ask questions. It's worked out well for him... so far. But when his plane is shot down in the middle of an air raid over London, he is dead before he hits the ground. And that's only the beginning of his problems. Sierra Barnes weaves a rich anti-fascist fairytale about the importance of recognizing past wrongs, even - especially - when it's easier not to. Softcover, 280 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

1st printing. Story and art by Junko Mizuno. Everyone knows the story of Hansel & Gretel. You all remember Hansel, the smart, squatty kid with a tuna can strapped over his mouth, lest his preternaturally loud voice make things crumble all around him. And of course, Gretel, the tall pink-haired schoolgirl in the sailor suit, striking down bullies with each blow of her handy bamboo practice sword. And if you don't remember the story going this way, rest assured you won't be able to forget Junko Mizuno's Hansel & Gretel! Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 152 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $15.95.

2nd and later printings. Story and art by Junko Mizuno. Everyone knows the story of Hansel & Gretel. You all remember Hansel, the smart, squatty kid with a tuna can strapped over his mouth, lest his preternaturally loud voice make things crumble all around him. And of course, Gretel, the tall pink-haired schoolgirl in the sailor suit, striking down bullies with each blow of her handy bamboo practice sword. And if you don't remember the story going this way, rest assured you won't be able to forget Junko Mizuno's Hansel & Gretel! Softcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 152 pages, B&W. Mature Readers Cover price $15.95.

Volume 1, 2nd or later printing. Written by Neil Gaiman. Art and cover by Lorenzo Mattotti. This all happened a long time ago, in your grandmother's time, or in her grandfather's. A long time ago. Back then, we all lived on the edge of the great forest. Neil Gaiman and Lorenzo Mattotti both remember the horror and fascination with which they read the Grimm Brothers' "Hansel and Gretel." The writer and the artist now join forces for a brilliant reimagining of one of humanity's most enduring tales. Be brave, be bold, and keep your wits about you - Gaiman and Mattotti are welcoming you into the woods. Hardcover 7-in. x 10-in., 56 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.99.

1st printing.

Written by Neil Gaiman. Art and cover by Lorenzo Mattotti.

This all happened a long time ago, in your grandmother's time, or in her grandfather's. A long time ago. Back then, we all lived on the edge of the great forest. Neil Gaiman and Lorenzo Mattotti both remember the horror and fascination with which they read the Grimm Brothers' "Hansel and Gretel." The writer and the artist now join forces for a brilliant reimagining of one of humanity's most enduring tales. Be brave, be bold, and keep your wits about you - Gaiman and Mattotti are welcoming you into the woods.

Hardcover 7-in. x 10-in., 56 pages, B&W.

Cover price $16.95.

Deluxe Edition - 1st printing.

Written by Neil Gaiman. Art and cover by Lorenzo Mattotti.

This all happened a long time ago, in your grandmother's time, or in her grandfather's. A long time ago. Back then, we all lived on the edge of the great forest. Neil Gaiman and Lorenzo Mattotti both remember the horror and fascination with which they read the Grimm Brothers' "Hansel and Gretel." The writer and the artist now join forces for a brilliant reimagining of one of humanity's most enduring tales. Be brave, be bold, and keep your wits about you--Gaiman and Mattotti are welcoming you into the woods. This deluxe edition comes in a larger print size (the better to appreciate Mattotti's stunning art), with an exclusive die-cut cover and extra pages of content inside. It's a must-have for fans of Neil Gaiman and for lovers of beautiful books.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 60 pages, B&W.

Cover price $29.95.

Deluxe Edition - 2nd and later printings.

Written by Neil Gaiman. Art and cover by Lorenzo Mattotti.

This all happened a long time ago, in your grandmother's time, or in her grandfather's. A long time ago. Back then, we all lived on the edge of the great forest. Neil Gaiman and Lorenzo Mattotti both remember the horror and fascination with which they read the Grimm Brothers' "Hansel and Gretel." The writer and the artist now join forces for a brilliant reimagining of one of humanity's most enduring tales. Be brave, be bold, and keep your wits about you--Gaiman and Mattotti are welcoming you into the woods. This deluxe edition comes in a larger print size (the better to appreciate Mattotti's stunning art), with an exclusive die-cut cover and extra pages of content inside. It's a must-have for fans of Neil Gaiman and for lovers of beautiful books.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 60 pages, B&W.

Cover price $29.95.

1st printing. Written by Stephen King. Art and cover by Maurice Sendak. The haunting tale of two brave children lost in a dark and dangerous forest is reimagined by literary legends Stephen King and Maurice Sendak in an all-new picture book. Let Stephen King, global bestselling and award-winning author, and Maurice Sendak, beloved creator of the Caldecott Medal–winning Where the Wild Things Are, guide you into the most deliciously daring rendition of the classic Grimm fairy tale yet. But will you find your way back out? With a personal introduction from Stephen King, the beautiful book has been created in close collaboration with The Maurice Sendak Foundation. This stunning storybook makes the perfect gift for fans of King, Sendak, and the Brothers Grimm. Hardcover, 10-in. x 9-in., 48 pages, full color. Cover price $26.99.

1st printing. Written by Neil Gaiman. Art and cover by Lorenzo Mattotti. Bestselling author Neil Gaiman and fine artist Lorenzo Mattotti join forces to create Hansel and Gretel, a stunning book that's at once as familiar as a dream and as evocative as a nightmare. Mattotti's sweeping ink illustrations capture the terror and longing found in the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale. Gaiman crafts an original text filled with his signature wit and pathos that is sure to become a favorite of readers everywhere, young and old. Softcover, 52 pages Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $11.99.

1st printing.

Cosplay has become one of the hottest trends in fandom, and Yaya Han is its shining superstar.

In this guide to cosplaying, Han narrates her 20-year journey from newbie fan to entrepreneur with a household name in geekdom, revealing her self-taught methods for embodying a character and her experiences in the community. Each chapter is information-packed as she covers everything from the history of cosplay, to using nontraditional materials for costumes, to transforming your hobby into a career-all enhanced with expert advice.

Illustrated throughout and easy to use, this practical manual also delights with fascinating stories from the past decades' global cosplay boom.

Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.95.