The Ring of the Nibelung comic books issue 1

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Book One: The Rhinegold. Richard Wagner's four-opera cycle 'The Ring of the Nibelung' is a classic in the world of opera. Now it becomes a classic in the world of comics in THE RING, an epic story of life, death, love and betrayal. A seeress tells of the gods and the world's beginning, of how Wotan made a deal with the Giants...with the goddess Freia as the prize. To save her, Wotan must claim the Nibelung Gold and face the shape-changing ring-power of the evil Alberich. Adaptation written by Roy Thomas, with art by Gil Kane, and colors by Jim Woodring. Cover by Kane. Suggested for Mature Readers. Prestige Format. Cover price $4.95.

by P. Craig Russell P. Craig Russell's magnum opus begins! The four-issue Rhinegold series comprises Book One of Russell's adaptation of the Ring cycle by German composer Richard Wagner. Alberich the dwarf has a lust that will never be fulfilled. Cursed with a hideous appearance and demeanor to match, he suffers the teasing and taunting of the lovely Rhine Daughters, who should be guarding the Rhinegold instead of frolicking. When Alberich overhears them speaking of the Rhinegold's magic, a new, more powerful lust seizes him: the desire to control the world! (Maverick title) On sale February 2 FC, 32pg (1 of 4)" Cover price $2.95.

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Adaptation created, written, & illustrated by P. CRAIG RUSSELL. P. Craig Russell's stunning saga of the Norse gods and heroes nears its conclusion with Gotterdammerung: The Twilight of the Gods, the final arc in The Ring of the Nibelung series. The unique cast of characters - gods, heroes, and monsters - are brought together by their various schemes and betrayals, leading to the explosive climax. Siegfried gives his Ring of the Nibelung to his beloved Valkyrie and goes out into the world, setting events in motion to bring the curtain down on the heavens and earth. FC, 32 pgs. Cover price $2.99.

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adaptation created, written, & illustrated by P. CRAIG RUSSELL The giant Fafnir hoards his treasure in the form of a dragon, and the dwarf Mime wants to claim it for his own. But only the sword Nothung can kill the giant, and it has lain shattered for years. Now Siegfried, son of the incestuous Siegmund and Sieglinde, also desires the sword, but it cannot be mended. Only one who has never known fear may forge it anew, but who will that be? P. Craig Russell's majestic adaptation of Wagner's Ring Cycle continues with this new miniseries. You will not want to miss what is sure to become a landmark of comics storytelling. On sale December 6 FC, 32 pg (1 of 3) Cover price $2.99.

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adaptation created, written, & illustrated by P. CRAIG RUSSELL From the pen of comics legend P. Craig Russell (Elric: Stormbringer, Sandman) comes an epic as enduring as time itself! Russell continues his masterful adaptation of Richard Wagner's epic cycle, The Ring of the Nibelung. In this installment, a handsome and forlorn stranger in need of help comes upon a house in the middle of a dark wood. Who this stranger is and what brought him here forms a mysterious question that the woman of the house is compelled to answer ? which, in turn, may drive her husband to murder. But the stranger is more than he seems, as are all those connected with the cursed Ring! (Maverick title) On sale August 2 FC, 32pg (1 of 3) Cover price $2.95.

DC Edition - 1st printing. Collects Ring of the Nibelung (1989) #1-4.

Written by Roy Thomas. Art by Gil Kane. Introduction by Brian Kellow (Opera News).

Richard Wagner's cycle of the four "Ring of the Nibelung" operas is now presented in one magnificent volume, telling the ancient tale that intertwines the fates of the gods and mankind...a story of nobility and greed, of passion and betrayal.

Softcover, 208 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $19.95.

Warner Edition - 1st printing. Collects Ring of the Nibelung (1989) #1-4.

Written by Roy Thomas. Art by Gil Kane. Introduction by Brian Kellow (Opera News).

Richard Wagner's cycle of the four "Ring of the Nibelung" operas is now presented in one magnificent volume, telling the ancient tale that intertwines the fates of the gods and mankind...a story of nobility and greed, of passion and betrayal.

Softcover, 208 pages, full color. Mature Readers

Cover price $19.95.

Dark Horse Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie!" Collects Ring of the Nibelung: Rhinegold (2000) #1-4 and Ring of the Nibelung: Valkyrie (2000) #1-3. By P. Craig Russell. A multiple Eisner Award winner, P. Craig Russell's adaptation of the Ring cycle by German composer Richard Wagner is about to be collected in a handsome two-volume set. Volume One, with new introductions and behind-the-scenes production art, presents The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie. The magical gold of the Rhine maidens is stolen, leading to a twisted story of vengeance and betrayal. The tainted product of the theft, a simple ring, perverts the will of everyone it comes in contact with, from the most lowly hunchback to the father of the Gods. Read the original tale of the cursed Ring, as adapted by one of comics' finest creators, P. Craig Russell. Softcover, 200 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $21.95.

Dark Horse Edition - Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. "The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie!" Collects Ring of the Nibelung: Rhinegold (2000) #1-4 and Ring of the Nibelung: Valkyrie (2000) #1-3. By P. Craig Russell. A multiple Eisner Award winner, P. Craig Russell's adaptation of the Ring cycle by German composer Richard Wagner is about to be collected in a handsome two-volume set. Volume One, with new introductions and behind-the-scenes production art, presents The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie. The magical gold of the Rhine maidens is stolen, leading to a twisted story of vengeance and betrayal. The tainted product of the theft, a simple ring, perverts the will of everyone it comes in contact with, from the most lowly hunchback to the father of the Gods. Read the original tale of the cursed Ring, as adapted by one of comics' finest creators, P. Craig Russell. Softcover, 200 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $21.95.

Signed and numbered by P. Craig Russell - 1st printing. Collects Ring of the Nibelung: Rhinegold (2000) #1-4, Valkyrie (2000) #1-3, Siegfried (2000) #1-3, and Gotterdammerung (2001) #1-4. By P. Craig Russell. The Eisner Award-winning series, finally collected in one volume, presents one of the grandest stories of Western civilization, now one of the most explosive epics in the history of comics. Giants plot against gods, who in turn tear human lovers apart, while the lives of great warriors are ruined, and murder after murder is committed in the name of love and gold. This new high point in Russell's distinguished twenty-five year career as a true artist's artist includes behind-the-scenes production art, notes on the adaptation by the artist, and a signed and numbered frontispiece. It's the epic as it was meant to be read, in the final, permanent, yet limited edition. Elegant hardcover edition, limited to 500 numbered copies, each signed by the artist. Hardcover, 424 pages, full color. Mature Readers NOTE: Limited to 500 copies. NOTE: "P. Craig Russell's beautiful telling of The Ring Cycle manages both to be the most faithful and inspiring reworking of the opera into comics form, and the ultimate high-fantasy saga." - Neil Gaiman Cover price $79.95.

Deluxe Edition - 1st printing. Collects The Ring of the Nibelung TPB (2002 Dark Horse Edition) Vol. 1-2. Story and art by P. Craig Russell. Giants plot against gods, who in turn tear human lovers apart, while the lives of great warriors are ruined, and murder after murder is committed in the name of love and gold. Includes behind-the-scenes production art, notes by the artist, and scans of original art. The Eisner Award-winning series, collected in one deluxe volume. Hardcover, 448 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

1st printing. Collects Ring of the Nibelung TPB (2002 Dark Horse Edition) Vol. 1-2.

Story and art by P. Craig Russell.

The Eisner Award-winning series, collected in one volume, presents one of the grandest stories of Western civilization, now one of the most explosive epics in the history of comics. Giants plot against gods, who in turn tear human lovers apart, while the lives of great warriors are ruined, and murder after murder is committed in the name of love and gold. It's the epic as it was meant to be read. This new high point in Russell's distinguished career as a true artist's artist includes behind-the-scenes production art, notes on the adaptation by the artist, and high res scans of the original art.

Softcover, 448 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.