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Karl Kerschl and Dave McCaig Cover. Best Buy Exclusive Superman Mini Comic Book On Pack with any of the DVD sets:; Look, Up In The Sky: The Amazing Story of Superman; Superman: The Animated Series: Volume III; Superboy: Season 1; The Adventures of Superman: Seasons 3 & 4; Justice League: Season 2; Lois & Clark: New Adventures of Superman : Season 3. Reprints Man of Steel (1986) #1. Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. 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. 24 pages, full color.

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Jim Lee Cover. Best Buy Exclusive Superman Mini Comic Book On Pack with any of the DVD sets:; Look, Up In The Sky: The Amazing Story of Superman; Superman: The Animated Series: Volume III; Superboy: Season 1; The Adventures of Superman: Seasons 3 & 4; Justice League: Season 2; Lois & Clark: New Adventures of Superman : Season 3. Reprints Man of Steel (1986) #1. Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. 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. 24 pages, full color.

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Michael Turner Cover. Best Buy Exclusive Superman Mini Comic Book On Pack with any of the DVD sets:; Look, Up In The Sky: The Amazing Story of Superman; Superman: The Animated Series: Volume III; Superboy: Season 1; The Adventures of Superman: Seasons 3 & 4; Justice League: Season 2; Lois & Clark: New Adventures of Superman : Season 3. Reprints Man of Steel (1986) #1. Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. 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. 24 pages, full color.

Leinil Francis Yu and Gerry Alanguilan Cover. Best Buy Exclusive Superman Mini Comic Book On Pack with any of the DVD sets:; Look, Up In The Sky: The Amazing Story of Superman; Superman: The Animated Series: Volume III; Superboy: Season 1; The Adventures of Superman: Seasons 3 & 4; Justice League: Season 2; Lois & Clark: New Adventures of Superman : Season 3. Reprints Man of Steel (1986) #1. Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. 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. 24 pages, full color.

Ed Benes, Mariah Benes, and Rod Reis Revolving Door Speed Change Cover. Best Buy Exclusive Superman Mini Comic Book On Pack with any of the DVD sets:; Look, Up In The Sky: The Amazing Story of Superman; Superman: The Animated Series: Volume III; Superboy: Season 1; The Adventures of Superman: Seasons 3 & 4; Justice League: Season 2; Lois & Clark: New Adventures of Superman : Season 3. Reprints Man of Steel (1986) #1. Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. 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. 24 pages, full color.

Ed Benes and Rod Reis Cover - Glowing Eyes. Best Buy Exclusive Superman Mini Comic Book On Pack with any of the DVD sets:; Look, Up In The Sky: The Amazing Story of Superman; Superman: The Animated Series: Volume III; Superboy: Season 1; The Adventures of Superman: Seasons 3 & 4; Justice League: Season 2; Lois & Clark: New Adventures of Superman : Season 3. Reprints Man of Steel (1986) #1. Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. 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. 24 pages, full color.

Alex Ross Black Cover. Best Buy Exclusive Superman Mini Comic Book On Pack with any of the DVD sets:; Look, Up In The Sky: The Amazing Story of Superman; Superman: The Animated Series: Volume III; Superboy: Season 1; The Adventures of Superman: Seasons 3 & 4; Justice League: Season 2; Lois & Clark: New Adventures of Superman : Season 3. Reprints Man of Steel (1986) #1. Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. 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. 24 pages, full color.

Alex Ross White Cover. Best Buy Exclusive Superman Mini Comic Book On Pack with any of the DVD sets:; Look, Up In The Sky: The Amazing Story of Superman; Superman: The Animated Series: Volume III; Superboy: Season 1; The Adventures of Superman: Seasons 3 & 4; Justice League: Season 2; Lois & Clark: New Adventures of Superman : Season 3. Reprints Man of Steel (1986) #1. Written by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Dick Giordano. 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. 24 pages, full color.

1st printing. Written by Jeff Parker. Art by Jim Lee. Cover by Kevin Nowlan. An all ages Superman Collection! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

2nd and later printings. Written by Jeff Parker. Art by Jim Lee. Cover by Kevin Nowlan. An all ages Superman Collection! Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

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 Fine $11.00

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.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #445-450 and Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #23-27 . Written by Jerry Ordway and Roger Stern. Art by Jerry Ordway, Mike Mignola, P. Craig Russell, Kerry Gammill . Cover by Jerry Ordway and Dave Gibbons. In these tales that led to the "Death of Superman," the Man of Steel faces foes including Brainiac, Lex Luthor and Silver Banshee. While Luthor attempts to manipulate Brainiac into doing his bidding, Superman is forced to stop an assassination attempt on Luthor. And Superman banishes himself from Earth when doubts about his own sanity begin to take hold. Hardcover, 280 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

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.

1st printing. Collects stories from Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #601-641 and #658, Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #48 and Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #471.

Written by Roger Stern and William Messner-Loebs. Art by Curt Swan, John Beatty, Murphy Anderson and Dennis Janke. Cover by Kerry Gammill and John Nyberg.

Superman saves an innocent man from murder only to discover he is part of a cult that worships the Man of Steel - and the would-be killer is part of a faction dedicated to wiping them out!

Softcover, 176 pages, full color.

Cover price $16.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

Add to cart Near Mint $9.95

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.

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

Add to cart Near Mint $8.00

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., 40 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $36.00

Add to cart Near Mint $39.95

Add to cart Fine $24.00

Add to cart Very Good $14.00

Slipcased Edition - 1st printing. "1939-1943" Collects Superman's Sunday comic strips 1939-1943. By Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster. A handsome hardcover collection of the first three years of the Siegel and Shuster Superman Sunday comic strips! Hardcover (horizontal format with slipcase), 12-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, full color. Cover price $60.00.

Add to cart Very Good $8.00

No Slipcase Included - 1st printing. Collects Superman's Sunday comic strips 1939-1943. By Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster. A handsome hardcover collection of the first three years of the Siegel and Shuster Superman Sunday comic strips! Hardcover, 12-in. x 9-in. (horizontal format), 192 pages, full color. NOTE: This Volume does not come with a slipcase. Cover price $60.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

Add to cart Fine $9.00

Add to cart Fine $9.00

No Slipcase Included - 2nd and later printings. Collects Superman's Sunday comic strips 1939-1943. By Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster. A handsome hardcover collection of the first three years of the Siegel and Shuster Superman Sunday comic strips! Hardcover, 12-in. x 9-in. (horizontal format), 192 pages, full color. NOTE: This Volume does not come with a slipcase. Cover price $60.00.

1st printing. Collects Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #668-670, Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #847, and a story story from Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) Annual #13.

Written by Kurt Busiek and Dwayne McDuffie. Art by Rick Leonardi, Dan Green, and Renato Guedes. Cover by Renato Guedes.

Who - or what - is The Third Kryptonian? Find out in this exciting eye-opening volume!

A year ago, Superman learned of another Kryptonian on Earth. Now the hunt goes into overdrive, as the Man of Tomorrow and the Dark Knight Detective's search takes them from China to Gotham City to California and more.

Plus, important developments for Superman's foster-son Chris Kent, who also gets to meet Robin the Boy Wonder!

Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Add to cart Fine $6.00

Regular Edition (White Cover) - 1st printing. By Scott Beatty. Cover by Ed McGuinness. Perfect for both die-hard fans and casual readers, this fully-updated edition of Superman: The Ultimate Guide to the Man of Steel details everything enthusiasts need to know about Superman's 60+ years fight for truth, justice, and peace. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $6.00

Regular Edition (White Cover) - 2nd and later printings. By Scott Beatty. Cover by Ed McGuinness. Perfect for both die-hard fans and casual readers, this fully-updated edition of Superman: The Ultimate Guide to the Man of Steel details everything enthusiasts need to know about Superman's 60+ years fight for truth, justice, and peace. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Very Good $8.00

Updated (Revised) Edition (Blue Cover) - 2nd and later printings. By Scott Beatty. Cover by Jim Lee. Perfect for both die-hard fans and casual readers, this fully-updated edition of Superman: The Ultimate Guide to the Man of Steel details everything enthusiasts need to know about Superman's 60+ years fight for truth, justice, and peace. Hardcover, 9 1/2-in. x 11-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

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.

Titan Books Edition

1st printing. Collects Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #118, Superman: The Wedding Album (1996), The Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #541, Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #728, and Superman: The Man of Steel (1991-2003) #63.

Featuring contributions by nearly every writer and artist who has ever worked on the Man of Steel. The most famous love story in comics comes to a happy conclusion as the wedding and honeymoon of Lois and Clark are collected in one volume.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Credits:

Written by Dan Jurgens, Karl Kesel, David Michelinie, Louise Simonson, Roger Stern, and David Michelinie.

Art by Ron Frenz, Joe Rubinstein, John Byrne, Terry Austin, Kerry Gammill, Murphy Anderson, Gil Kane, Bob McLeod, Stuart Immonen, Jose Marzan, Jr., Paul Ryan, Brett Breeding, Jon Bogdanove, Dennis Janke, Kieron Dwyer, Doug Hazlewood, Tom Grummett, Denis Rodier, Dick Giordano, Art Thibert, Jim Mooney, George Perez, Curt Swan, Jackson Guice, Nick Cardy, Al Plastino, Barry Kitson, Ray McCarthy, Dan Jurgens, and Jerry Ordway.

Cover price $14.95.

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Issue #1. Superman Time Capsule, a 1955 Kellogg's Sugar Smacks giveaway. 32-page full-color promotional comic, 6-7/8-in. x 3-1/8-in., newsprint, no cover price. Two other mini comics in series (advertized on back cover): "The Supershow of Metropolis!" and "Duel in Space!"

1st printing. Written by Donald Lemke. Art by Ethen Beavers. Follow Superman on this fun, action-packed adventure about helping others! Illustrated by award-winning artist Ethan Beavers in the popular DC Animated Style, Superman to the Rescue! introduces young children to the character education concept of responsibility, while appealing to comic book fans of all ages. Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 16 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing.

Art by Rodin Rodriguez and Joe Orlando.

A Superman adventure you bring to full color life!

Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 7-1/8 in. x 10-5/8 in.; 24 pages, PC.

Cover price $0.99.

2nd and later printings.

Art by Rodin Rodriguez and Joe Orlando.

A Superman adventure you bring to full color life!

Softcover (Saddle-Stitched/Stapled), 7-1/8 in. x 10-5/8 in.; 24 pages, PC.

Cover price $0.99.

Titan Books Edition

1st printing. Collects Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #729 and 732, Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #542 and 545, Superman (1987-2011) #119 and 122-123, and Superman: The Man of Steel (1991-2003) #64 and 67.

Written by David Michelinie, Karl Kesel, Dan Jurgens, and Louise Simonson. Art by Tom Grummett, Denis Rodier, Paul Ryan, Jose Marzan, Jr., Scot Eaton, Ron Frenz, Joe Rubinstein, Dennis Janke, Jon Bogdanove, and Ron Lim.

The Man of Steel's efforts to regain his powers after the events of The Final Night and his subsequent controversial transformation into the Man of Energy are collected in a single volume!

Representing the "Power Struggle" story arc, featuring guest appearances by the Legion of Super-Heroes and the New Gods, and the "new powers" storyline which featured Superman's change into the energy-powered Man Beyond Tomorrow.

Softcover, 208 pages, full color.

1st printing. Collects Superman: Up In The Sky (2019) #1-6.

Written by Tom King. Art by Sandra Hope and Andy Kubert. Cover by Andy Kubert.

The all-star creative team of writer Tom King and artist Andy Kubert answer the question: How far across the galaxy will Superman go to bring a single child home?

Aliens have kidnapped a young girl from Metropolis. With each stop along the path, the Man of Steel faces new mysteries and new challenges. Is he getting closer to rescuing the girl, or further away? And who is protecting Metropolis in his absence?

Hardcover, 176 pages full color.

Cover price $24.99.

1st printing. Collects Superman: Up In The Sky (2019) #1-6.

Written by Tom King. Art by Sandra Hope and Andy Kubert. Cover by Andy Kubert.

The all-star creative team of writer Tom King and artist Andy Kubert answer the question: How far across the galaxy will Superman go to bring a single child home?

Aliens have kidnapped a young girl from Metropolis. With each stop along the path, the Man of Steel faces new mysteries and new challenges. Is he getting closer to rescuing the girl, or further away? And who is protecting Metropolis in his absence?

Softcover, 176 pages full color.

Cover price $16.99.

1st Printing. The Silver Banshee has come screeching into Metropolis, and she's on a mission to steal an ancient magic book. Can Superman stop her in time to save the city? Softcover, 6" x 9", 32 pages, full color illustrations. Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Fine $2.50

Add to cart Very Good $2.50

2nd or later printings. The Silver Banshee has come screeching into Metropolis, and she's on a mission to steal an ancient magic book. Can Superman stop her in time to save the city? Softcover, 6" x 9", 32 pages, full color illustrations. Cover price $3.99.

1st printing. Collects material from Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #242, 489-491, 544, 649 and 763, Superman (1939-1986 1st Series) #167, Superman's Girlfriend Lois Lane (1958-1974) #17, Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #438 and Superman Metropolis Secret Files (2000). Written by Otto Binder, Jerry Siegel, Edmond Hamilton, Cary Bates, Marv Wolfman, John Byrne, Jerry Ordway, Roger Stern, Scott Beatty and Joe Kelly. Art by Al Plastino, Curt Swan, George Klein, Frank Chiaramonte, Gil Kane, Jerry Ordway, John Beatty, George Pérez, Kerry Gammill, Brett Breeding, Steve Kim, Tommy Yune, German Garcia, Kano and Marlo Alquiza. Cover by Carlos Pacheco and Jesus Merino. Superman's greatest battles against Brainiac are collected in this volume! Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $19.00

1st printing. Collects Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #3, Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #426, Action Comics (1938-904 DC) #586, Superman vs. Darkseid: Apokolips Now! (2003), Superman/Batman (2003-2011) #12-13, Countdown (to Final Crisis 2007-2008 DC) #3-2, Death of the New Gods (2007) #8 and Justice League (2011) #23.1.

Written by by John Byrne, Marv Wolfman, Jerry Ordway, Mark Schultz, Jeph Loeb, Paul Dini, Sean McKeever, Jim Starlin and Greg Pak. Art by John Byrne, Jerry Ordway, Mike McKone, Michael Turner, Freddie E. Williams II, Scott Kolins, Jim Starlin, Paulo Siqueira, Terry Austin, Dick Giordano, Marlo Alquiza, Cam Smith and Art Thibert. Cover by Adam Kubert.

The greatest battles between the Man of Steel and the dark lord of Apokolips in one volume!

Softcover, 240 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

1st printing. By Jake Rossen. Tinseltown's fascination with the comic icon is detailed in this book, encompassing all the behind-the-scenes machinations that helped shape Superman into a screen legend - and all the derailed projects that have vilified everyone involved. Based on extensive interviews with producers, screenwriters, cast members, and crew, this exposé spills the beans on all the various TV shows, from the classic The Adventures of Superman to the current hit Smallville; the various animated efforts on both the large and small screens; and the movies - from 1979's smash hit Superman: The Movie to 2006's Superman Returns. Softcover, 6-in. x 8 1/2-in., 340 pages, Text (with some B&W photos). Cover price $16.95.

Facsimile Edition - 1st printing. Written by DENNIS O'NEIL and NEAL ADAMS Art by NEAL ADAMS, DICK GIORDANO and TERRY AUSTIN. Cover by NEAL ADAMS. The legendary science fiction epic that brought together The Man of Steel and The Greatest is back! In 1978, an alien race called the Scrubb demands that Earth's greatest champion battle their world's own greatest fighter. Both Superman and Muhammad Ali step forward - and to determine who is truly Earth's greatest fighter, Superman temporarily loses his powers and faces Ali in the ring. Ultimately, the duo must work together to defeat the Scrubb, with Ali taking on their champion while Superman battles their space-armada. The facsimile edition hardcover reprints this hard-to-find title at its original size of approximately 10" wide by 13.25" high! Hardcover, 10-in. x 13 1/2-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

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UK Edition. Very first Marvel/DC cross-over. Superman vs. the Amazing Spider-Man (1976) Treasury. Is this the Battle of the Century or the greatest superhero team-up of all time. The unthinkable has happened, the diabolical Lex Luthor has combined his unparalleled genius with the mad Doctor Octopus, and Spidey and the Man of Steel are too busy fighting each other to stop them. Can to of the biggest icons in comics history come to an understanding in time to stop these dastardly villains? Story by Gerry Conway. Art by Ross Andru and Dick Giordano. Also, included is a breakdown on how this legendary cover was conceived. Softcover, 10" x 13.5", 96 pages, full color, 75p cover price.

1st printing. Collects Adventures of Superman #539, 542 (1 page), and 543, Superman: The Man of Tomorrow #7, Superman: The Man of Steel #61 (8 pages) and 65, and Action Comics #726 (20 pages) and #730. Written by Karl Kesel, Jerry Ordway, Roger Stern, and Louise Simonson. Art by Ron Lim, Stuart Immonen, Paul Ryan, Jon Bogdanove, Tom Grummett, Sal Buscema, and Tom Morgan. Cover by Stuart Immonen. Superman battles a team of some of his strangest and deadliest foes in a thrilling trade paperback! When a mysterious figure organizes some of the Man of Steel's most disparate foes - Maxima, Barrage, newcomers Riot and Anomaly, and Wild Area free spirit Misa - into a deadly, cohesive force whose only goal is killing the Man of Steel, the result is a battle whose conclusion is not quite what you'd expect. Softcover, 144 pages, full color. Cover price $12.95.

1st printing. Superman has been a high-profile super hero ever since he debuted in a DC Comics book in 1938. This book briefly re-tells Superman's original story of coming to earth from far away Krypton, growing up in Kansas, and using his super powers when the world needs his help the most. The included reusable wall clings can be used to retell the story over and over again on any smooth surface! Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 16 pages, full color. Cover price $9.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

1st printing. Collects Action Comics (2011-2016 2nd Series) #1-10.

Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Rags Morales, Brent Anderson, Gene Ha, Brad Walker, Rick Bryant, Sean Parsons, Bob McLeod, Andy Kubert, Jesse Delperdang, and John Dell. Cover by Rags Morales and Brad Anderson.

In this new DC Essential Edition title, Grant Morrison brings Superman back to his Golden Age roots in spectacular fashion as a social avenger who preys upon corrupt public figures and stands as a champion of the oppressed.

After moving to Metropolis to start a new life following the loss of his adoptive parents, Clark Kent soon finds that he is more alone than he ever knew. Alone but hopeful, he dons a T-shirt with a giant "S" and begins his career as one of the greatest heroes this or any other world has ever seen.

Softcover, 272 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.99.

Box, costume, and comic

Comic only

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1st Printing - Written by Michael Jan Friedman, and illustrated by Dean Motter - Join Superman as he recalls his days in Smallville as mild mannered Clark Kent learning to develop his powers including the ability to fly. A Hello Reader level 3 storybook recommended for ages 6-8 years old. Softcover, 6" x 9", 28 pages, full color illustrations. Cover price $3.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $19.75

1st printing. Collects Superman/Batman (2003-2011) #50-56.

Written by MICHAEL GREEN and MIKE JOHNSON. Art by ED BENES, RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE, RAGS MORALES and JOHN DELL. Cover by ETHAN VAN SCIVER.

Collecting three titanic tales, including the Li'l League's big DCU adventure and what happens when The Dark Knight gains The Man of Steel's powers.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. Collects Superman Batman (2003-2011) #8-13. Written by Jeph Loeb. Art and cover by Michael Turner. The art of comics legend Michael Turner is seen for the first time in it's original form in the new SUPERMAN/BATMAN: MICHAEL TURNER GALLERY EDITION. This spectacular new book collects the "Supergirl" epic from the pages of SUPERMAN/BATMAN. Rounding out the book are numerous covers from IDENTITY CRISIS, JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA, THE FLASH and other DC Comics titles that helped establish Michael as an artistic force to be reckoned with. Graphitti Designs' Gallery Editions replicate the look, feel and attitude of the artwork. Every page is reproduced at original size on heavy paper stock to provide the fan and collector with museum quality reproductions obtainable nowhere else. This stunning Gallery Edition collects Michael Turner's work for DC Comics, reproduced directly from his uninked pencil art that was then enhanced and colored by the talented Peter Steigerwald. This format showcases Michael's art with all the subtleties and details that have never been captured in this fashion until now. Hardcover, 9-in. x 13-in., 208 pages, full color. Cover price $125.00.

1st printing. Collects Superman/Batman (2003-2011) #78-84. Written by CULLEN BUNN, JOE KELLY, and CHRIS ROBERSON. Art by CHRISCROSS, JESUS MERINO, BRETT BOOTH and ED BENES. Cover by TRAVEL FOREMAN. Superman and Batman must fight magical forces from the past and future. Guest-starring Dr. Occult, Detective Chimp, Klarion and a horde of Solomon Grundys! Softcover, 160 pages, full color. Cover price $14.99.