Superman man of steel: comic books issue 1

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Beginning an all-new monthly SUPERMAN title, featuring part 1 of the 4-part 'Revenge of the Krypton Man.' Over a year ago, Superman fought the urge to become the Krypton Man...now the Krypton Man is born anew from the Earth's fiery sun, where the Man of Steel buried the mysterious Kryptonian Eradicator! In the wake of the rebirth of his nemesis, Earth's yellow sun begins turning red - causing natural disasters planetwide! Continues in Superman (1987) #57. Written by Louise Simonson, with art by Jon Bogdanove, Tom Grummett, Dan Jurgens, Bob McLeod, Brett Breeding, Dennis Janke and Jerry Ordway. Painted cover by Bogdanove. 52 pages. Cover price $1.75.

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Direct Edition. THE DARKNESS WITHIN Annual Crossover Event continues. Eclipso makes his first move in Metropolis, trying to neutralize Earth's solar-oriented defenders: Superman, Starman and Rampage. But if they are stopped, will anything be able to stop Eclipso? Script by Robert Loren Fleming, with art by Chris Wozniak and Brad Vancata. Cover by Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti. 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Newsstand Edition. THE DARKNESS WITHIN Annual Crossover Event continues. Eclipso makes his first move in Metropolis, trying to neutralize Earth's solar-oriented defenders: Superman, Starman and Rampage. But if they are stopped, will anything be able to stop Eclipso? Script by Robert Loren Fleming, with art by Chris Wozniak and Brad Vancata. Cover by Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti. 68 pages. Cover price $2.50.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Man of Steel (1986) #1-6.

Story and art by John Byrne. Foreword by Ray Bradbury.

This trade paperback collects the landmark miniseries that redefined the Man of Steel in the mid-'80s! 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.

Softcover, 160 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.95.

Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. NOTE: Covers on reprints may vary. Collects Man of Steel (1986) #1-6. Story and art by John Byrne. Cover by Jerry Ordway. Foreword by Ray Bradbury.

This trade paperback collects the landmark miniseries that redefined the Man of Steel in the mid-'80s! 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.

Softcover, 160 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Written by Louise Simonson. Art by June Brigman and Roy Richardson. Cover by Walter Simonson. STARRING HEROES FROM ZERO HOUR! Superman is missing, so now it's up to Steel to defend Metropolis from the GEN13 kids! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Louise Simonson. Art by June Brigman and Roy Richardson. Cover by Chip Kidd. STARRING HEROES FROM ZERO HOUR! Superman is missing, so now it's up to Steel to defend Metropolis from the GEN13 kids! 32 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects The Man of Steel (1986) #1-6, Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #1-4, The Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #424-428, and Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #584-587.

Written John Byrne and Marv Wolfman. Art by John Byrne, Dick Giordano, Terry Austin, Karl Kesel, Jerry Ordway, and Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. Back Cover by Jerry Ordway.

Following Crisis on Infinite Earths, comic book superstar John Byrne reimagined Superman for a new era in bold tales presented in this new collection! Starting with the six-issue Man of Steel miniseries, Byrne fundamentally changed Superman's origins and propelled him into the present, including iconic encounters with Lex Luthor, Metallo, and Darkseid!

Hardcover, 480 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

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Volume 1 - 2nd or Later Printings. Collects The Man of Steel (1986) #1-6, Superman (1987-2011 2nd Series) #1-4, The Adventures of Superman (1987-2006) #424-428, and Action Comics (1938-2011 DC) #584-587.

Written John Byrne and Marv Wolfman. Art by John Byrne, Dick Giordano, Terry Austin, Karl Kesel, Jerry Ordway, and Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. Back Cover by Jerry Ordway.

Following Crisis on Infinite Earths, comic book superstar John Byrne reimagined Superman for a new era in bold tales presented in this new collection! Starting with the six-issue Man of Steel miniseries, Byrne fundamentally changed Superman's origins and propelled him into the present, including iconic encounters with Lex Luthor, Metallo, and Darkseid!

Hardcover, 480 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

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This Kenner limited edition, was included in the Hunter-Prey Superman vs. Doomsday 2-pack from the Superman Man of Steel Toyline produced by Kenner in 1995. Story and art by Dan Jurgens. Inked by Brett Breeding & Jose Marzan Jr.

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Kenner limited edition, was included in the Massacre vs. Full Assault Superman 2-pack from the Superman Man of Steel Toyline produced by Kenner in 1995. Story and art by Dan Jurgens. Inked by Barry Kitson.

Kenner toy giveaway. Only available inside packages of Kenner Toys' Superman & Batman Cyber-Link Armor Multipack. Cover by John Byrne. Elseworlds story co-Starring Batman. , "Doom Link" written by Christopher Priest, with art by Eduardo Barreto. 16 pages, FC.

Kenner Limited Edition promotional comic never released with toy. Superboy vs. King Shark, 10 page story "Shark Attack" (W) Barbara Kesel (P) Tom Grummett (I) Doug Hazelwood, two pages "Fact Files" on Superboy/Shark King, plus two pages "Draw Superboy". 6 7/8" x 10 1/8", full color, 16 pages.

Kenner toy giveaway. Only available inside packages of Kenner Toys' Superman & Batman Cyber-Link Armor Multipack. Cover by John Byrne. Elseworlds story co-Starring Batman. , "Doom Link" written by Christopher Priest, with art by Eduardo Barreto. 16 pages, FC.

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Pin-ups by: Bruce Timm, Dave Taylor, Mike Zeck, Tom Grummett & Brett Breeding, Mike Allred, Sergio Cariello (Superman, Supergirl and Superboy), Michael Golden, Matt Haley & Tom Simmons, Gil Kane, Howard Cruse, Tom Morgan, Rick Parker, Alan Davis & Mark Farmer, Dusty Abell & Art Thibert, Rodolfo Damaggio & Robert Campanella, Paul Pelletier & John Dell, Jon Bogdanove & Dennis Janke, Ted McKeever, Al Plastino, Dave Gibbons, Steve Purcell, Mart Nodell (Superman and Alan Scott), Bill Sienkiewicz, Adam Hughes (Superman and Wonder Woman), Alex Toth, Colleen Doran, Stuart Immonen & Klaus Janson, Ken Steacy, Curt Swan & Joe Sinnott, Dan Jurgens & Terry Austin, John Byrne, Kieron Dwyer. Inside back cover by Al Jaffee. Wraparound cover by Kevin Nowlan. Cover price $3.50.

1st printing. Collects Superman: Birthright (2003) #1-12.

Written by Mark Waid. Art and cover by Leinil Yu and Gerry Alanguilan.

A new softcover edition collecting the 12-issue miniseries that features the entire modern-day retelling of Superman by writer Mark Waid and artists Leinil Francis Yu & Gerry Alanguilan. Plus, an introduction by Smallville television producers Al Gough and Miles Millar and a sketchbook section!

Softcover, 304 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

2nd and later printings. Collects Superman: Birthright (2003) #1-12.

Written by Mark Waid. Art and cover by Leinil Yu and Gerry Alanguilan.

A new softcover edition collecting the 12-issue miniseries that features the entire modern-day retelling of Superman by writer Mark Waid and artists Leinil Francis Yu & Gerry Alanguilan. Plus, an introduction by Smallville television producers Al Gough and Miles Millar and a sketchbook section!

Softcover, 304 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

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The early, paranoia-inducing signs of the Hourman Virus begin to appear all over 20th century Earth, as the time-traveling 853rd century Superman and the rest of Justice Legion A are hunted as villains. Chief among their pursuers: the Metal Men, who don't take kindly to any outside interference. As the chase intensifies, Vandal Savage sits back and savors the world-wide paranoia. Written by Karl Kesel and Jerry Ordway. Art by Anthony Williams and Dennis Janke. Cover by Gene Ha. FC, 32 pg. Miraweb Format. NOTE: The DC One Million series consists of 31 issues including a 4-issue mini-series and 27 one-shots. Cover price $1.99.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

1st printing.

A full-color guide to the two super-hero stars of Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice. From Superman's Fortress of Solitude to Batman's gadgets, this full-color flip book contains everything fans need to know about the stars for the latest DC Comics film: Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice. Readers will begin by discovering the world of Batman, then flip the book over to learn more about his friend and rival Superman.

Softcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 112 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.99.

1st prinitng. Collects Superman Adventures (1996) #1-6.

Written by Paul Dini and Scott McCloud. Art by Rick Burchett, Bret Blevins, and Terry Austin.

This volume features Superman's first animated-style run-ins with Lex Luthor, Livewire, Metallo, and more.

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $7.95.

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.

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.

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1st printing. Written by Laurie S. Sutton. Art and cover by Luciano Vecchio. The super-villain known as Brainiac loves nothing more than adding new data about civilizations to his memory banks - and then destroying those civilizations so the data is more valuable. He has long coveted Metropolis and sought to steal it for himself, but the Man of Steel has always been able to repel the robotic villain. But this time, Brainiac has found a sentient Kryptonian ship that collects entire worlds... and has led it directly to Earth! Can Superman stop two world-stealing androids at the same time? Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 88 pages, Text (with Full color Chapter Illustrations). All Ages Cover price $5.95.

1st printing.

Written by J. E. Bright. Art and cover by Tim Levins.

A solar flare suddenly erupts near astronaut Hank Henshaw's space shuttle, killing him. But that wasn't the end for Henshaw - he survived and, in the process, developed the ability to fuse his consciousness with machines. Hank blames Superman for his tragic fate, and is dead set on unleashing all the powers of technology in his bid to break the Man of Steel.

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 88 pages, Text (with full color chapter illustrations). All Ages

Cover price $5.95.

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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.

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.