Comic books in 'Astro City Reading Order'

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1st Edition - 2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1995 1st Series) #1-6.

Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross.

This striking collection features the groundbreaking Astro City mini-series in one edition.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $27.00

New Edition - 1st printing. Collects Astro City (1995 1st Series) #1-6.

Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross.

The original ASTRO CITY miniseries is back in a new edition, simultaneously available in hardcover and trade paperback with new cover art by Alex Ross!

Welcome to Astro City, a shining city on a hill where super heroes patrol the skies. Each chapter in this collection is a stand-alone story highlighting different aspects or characters in the Astro City world. The city's leading super hero tries to be everywhere at once, and berates himself for every wasted second as he longs for just a moment of his own. A small-time hood learns a hero's secret identity and tries to figure out how to profit from the knowledge. A beat reporter gets some advice from his editor on his first day on the job. A young woman tries to balance the demands of her family with her own hopes and desires.

Despite the fantastic settings, the characters in these slice-of-life stories feel like real people, and that gives the stories real power.

Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $17.99.

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1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #4-9 and Astro City (1996) Wizard #1/2.

Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson and Will Blyberg. Introduction by Neil Gaiman.

This volume collects Astro City's first extended storyline - the story of Brian Kinney, who comes to Astro City with dreams of becoming one of the superheroes, and sees his dreams change as they become reality, as he deals with vampires, aliens, mystic serial killers, an angry public and, of course, the heroes of Astro City.

Plus, as a bonus, Astro City: Confession features the acclaimed 'The Nearness of You,' the Eisner-nominated story from Astro City #1/2.

Includes a cover gallery showcasing Alex Ross's breathtaking cover paintings.

Softcover, 298 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.95.

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2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #4-9 and Astro City (1996) Wizard #1/2.

Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson and Will Blyberg. Introduction by Neil Gaiman.

This volume collects Astro City's first extended storyline - the story of Brian Kinney, who comes to Astro City with dreams of becoming one of the superheroes, and sees his dreams change as they become reality, as he deals with vampires, aliens, mystic serial killers, an angry public and, of course, the heroes of Astro City.

Plus, as a bonus, Astro City: Confession features the acclaimed 'The Nearness of You,' the Eisner-nominated story from Astro City #1/2.

Includes a cover gallery showcasing Alex Ross's breathtaking cover paintings.

Softcover, 298 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $43.00

1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #1-3 and 10-13.

Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross.

Showcasing the First Family, Jack-in-the-Box, the Junkman, Loony Leo, and more, Kurt Busiek's Astro City: Family Album includes sketchbook material and an introduction by novelist/scriptwriter/essayist Harlan Ellison.

Hardcover, 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $24.00

Homage Studios - 1st printing. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #14-20. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson and Will Blyberg. After serving his time, super-villain Steeljack finds himself back on the streets. But for a man who has learned to live and thrive in a world behind bars, freedom can be the greatest prison. Intent to make good with his second chance, Steeljack is unsuccessful finding work until he takes on a dangerous job investigating the murder of several super-villains in his neighborhood. But as he solves the mystery, Steeljack soon finds that he may be the latest victim on the list of deceased criminals. Featuring a painted cover and sketchbook by Alex Ross and an introduction by Frank Miller. Softcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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Wildstorm - 2nd and later printings. Collects Astro City (1996-2000 2nd Series) #14-20. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson and Will Blyberg. After serving his time, super-villain Steeljack finds himself back on the streets. But for a man who has learned to live and thrive in a world behind bars, freedom can be the greatest prison. Intent to make good with his second chance, Steeljack is unsuccessful finding work until he takes on a dangerous job investigating the murder of several super-villains in his neighborhood. But as he solves the mystery, Steeljack soon finds that he may be the latest victim on the list of deceased criminals. Featuring a painted cover and sketchbook by Alex Ross and an introduction by Frank Miller. Softcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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1st Edition - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Book 1: Brothers and Other Strangers!" Collects Arrowsmith Astro City (2004), Astro City: The Dark Age (2005) #1-4 and Astro City: The Dark Age - Book 2 (2006) #1-4.

Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. Introduction by Marc Guggenheim.

Collecting the first eight chapters of the 16-part "Dark Age" saga, revealing the history of Astro City and shedding light on some of its greatest heroes!

Book One, now in trade paperback, takes place in the early 1970s, and follows two brothers - with one becoming a hero and another taking a far different path. Along the way, the long-standing secret tale of the Silver Agent and his fate is told at last, as the story shifts back to the 1950s and what made the Williams brothers turn out so differently.

Softcover, 256 pages, full color.

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Very Fine $18.00

1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #1-6.

Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross.

The first collection from the new run of the acclaimed ASTRO CITY series! As the story begins, a mysterious door appears, heralding the arrival of the Ambassador. But when an ordinary man is caught in a cosmic conflict, it is up to favorites like Samaritan and Honor Guard, as well as new heroes, to rise to the occasion and save the world! Plus: a look at a woman who uses her super-powers to help bring adventure to the silver screen and more!

Hardcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #1-6. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. The first collection from the new run of the acclaimed ASTRO CITY series! As the story begins, a mysterious door appears, heralding the arrival of the Ambassador. But when an ordinary man is caught in a cosmic conflict, it is up to favorites like Samaritan and Honor Guard, as well as new heroes, to rise to the occasion and save the world! Plus: a look at a woman who uses her super-powers to help bring adventure to the silver screen and more! Softcover, 192 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $18.00

1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #7-10 and Astro City: A Visitor's Guide (2004). Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. When criminal charges are brought against Winged Victory, the Confessor must investigate - and it leads to open combat with Samaritan! Can Astro City's three greatest heroes find a way to work together against this mystery threat? Plus, ASTRO CITY VISITOR'S GUIDE #1, including a tale revealing Winged Victory's origin! Hardcover, 176 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #11-16. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson and Graham Nolan. Cover by Alex Ross. Get to know the assistant to one of Astro City's newest and most powerful mystic heroes, the Silver Adept. Plus, we take a look at the Gentleman Bandit as he continues his life of well-dressed crime as a member of the Menagerie Gang, and meet the proprietor of a roadside killer-robot sanctuary and museum. But the Broken Man isn't done with our town yet, and he spies on both the Dancing Master and Starbright - a teen super hero whose destiny is entwined with that of his greatest foe! Softcover, 176 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

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1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #18-21 and 23-24. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. In this new ASTRO CITY collection, the spotlight falls on Quarrel and Crackerjack as they face a real crisis: what does an aging crimefighter do when time starts to take its toll? Plus, a look into Quarrel's origins-and the end of the line for one of Astro City's most stalwart heroes. And what's a talking gorilla to do when he's always wanted to be a drummer in a rock 'n' roll band? That's right, you go to Astro City. Softcover, 176 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.

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1st printing. Collects Astro City (2013 3rd Series) #26, 29-30 and 32-34. Written by Kurt Busiek. Art by Brent Eric Anderson. Cover by Alex Ross. This new collection starts with a look back at ASTRO CITY's past in a special 20th anniversary issue. It all began with Samaritan's dreams of flying-but what is he dreaming of now? Then, a suburban family must face a terrifying alien invasion in "The Menace from Earth." And finally, the spotlight turns to Steeljack-from "The Tarnished Angel," one of ASTRO CITY's most popular stories-and how he's been getting by the last few years. When he's hired by a femme fatale from his past, he'll wind up in deep trouble with no one to turn to. Softcover, 176 pages, full color. Cover price $16.99.