Comic books in 'Comic History'

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1st printing. By Les Daniels. From the late 1930s to the mid-1950s, DC Comics blazed a creative, innovative trail in popular culture, and the company has remained at the forefront of the comics ever since. In this impeccably researched and brilliantly illustrated "blast from the past," comics historian Les Daniels, graphic designer Chip Kidd, and photographer Geoff Spear dive deep into the DC archives, offering an unprecedented '365 image' visual tour of the world of the DC comic-book heroes and artists. Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 9 1/2-in. x 6 1/2-in., full color. Cover price $29.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "1935-1956!"

Written by Paul Levitz.

The single most comprehensive book on the subject, this volume traces DC Comics's first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comic book burnings of the McCarthy '50s in over 400 pages bursting with comics, art, photographs, and more comics. The first in a new series, expanded from the Eisner Award-winning book, 75 Years of DC Comics, hits the shelf at a reader friendly size with essays updated by author Paul Levitz and over 1,000 new images across five volumes. Featuring a new interview with legendary artist Joe Kubert.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 13-in., 400 pages, full color.

Cover price $59.95.

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1st printing. This book explores the connections between comics and Gothic from four different angles: historical, formal, cultural and textual. It identifies structures, styles and themes drawn from literary gothic traditions and discusses their presence in British and American comics today, with particular attention to the DC Vertigo imprint. Part One offers an historical approach to British and American comics and Gothic, Part Two argues for an holistic model based around the symbols of the crypt, the spectre and the archive, and Part Three combines cultural and textual analysis, concluding with case studies of two of the most famous gothic archetypes in comics: the vampire and the zombie. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 268 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations and photos). Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. The comics within capture in intimate, often awkward, but always relatable detail the tribulations and triumphs of life. In particular, the lives of 18 Jewish women artists who bare all in their work, which appeared in the internationally acclaimed exhibition "Graphic Details: Confessional Comics by Jewish Women." The comics are enhanced by original essays and interviews with the artists that provide further insight into the creation of autobiographical comics that resonate beyond self, beyond gender, and beyond ethnicity. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 316 pages, B&W. Cover price $49.95.

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Add to cart Very Fine $10.00

1st printing.

By Ron Goulart.

Boasting more than 300 full-color photos and illustrations showcasing many rare comic book covers and interior art, complemented by a rich, extensive historical perspective exploring the history of American comic books spanning the 1930s to the present, this hardcover treasury will capture the nostalgic heart of comic book fans and pop-culture enthusiasts alike.

Hardcover, 10-in. x 12 1/2-in., 344 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $29.99.

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1st printing.

By Jules Feiffer.

Superman! Batman! Captain Marvel! Captain America! The Spirit!

Jules Feiffer's The Great Comic Book Heroes: The Pulitzer Prize-Winning author's classic essay on the four-color characters he thrilled to as a youth and that inspired him to become one of the 20th century's most renowned cartoonists.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 80 pages, B&W.

Cover price $8.95.

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Includes Art Print

1st printing.

By Marc Sumerak. Cover by Dale Keown.

Explore the greatest art from five decades of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy comics with this deluxe art book. The Guardians of the Galaxy made their first appearance in the pages of Marvel Super-Heroes back in 1969, and while the team's lineup has changed significantly over the years, its popularity with fans has continued to grow and grow.

This deluxe book delves into the creation and evolution of the Guardians through exclusive interviews with the writers and artists who have brought them to life.

Hardcover, 11-in. x 14-in., 184 pages, full color.

Cover price $45.00.

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2nd and later printings.

Written by Brian M. Kane. Art by Hal Foster.

The award-winning biography on one of the greatest illustrators ever returns, now with previously unknown history and art. Foster illustrated the first realistic, newspaper adventure strip Tarzan. William Randolph Hearst said if Foster would come to King Features, he could do anything and have ownership, and Prince Valiant premiered February 1937. Foster's work inspired hundreds of artists, and this volume features quotes from many of them.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 200 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $24.95.

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1st printing.

A wonderful book. The top ten are allotted a full page each, and the other 90 are listed alphabetically. Each entry includes the comics cover as well as a few insightful paragraphs on the books content and why it was chosen.

The book also includes a number of other interesting articles. There is a 6 page essay by Mark Evanier and Catherine Yronwood on the best comics of the 1940s. Scott Shaw! Offers a 4 page feature on oddball comics, while there is also a 4 page article on comics done for charities and public services by Mike Stokes and Andy Mangles lists the top 15 comics translated into movies or TV in a 4 page article.

Finally, there are 11 hilarious pages of some of the most absurd comics ever done.

Softcover, 100 pages. Full color.

Cover price $3.95.

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1st printing. Heroes & Villains is a photographic journey into the heart of contemporary pop culture - New York Comic Con. Author and photographer Andrew Boyle profiles around 180 cosplayers that attended Comic Con over the past 3 years in a series of engaging photographs and interviews. Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 264 pages, full color. Cover price $19.95.

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1st printing. Collects History of the DC Universe (1986) #1-2. Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Pérez and Karl Kesel. Cover by Alex Ross. Introduction by Marv Wolfman. Afterword by Frank Miller. Marv Wolfman and George Perez's epic companion to Crisis on Infinite Earths returns to print in this stunning hardcover edition that outlines the greatest events ever to take place in the past, present, and future of the DC Universe after the consolidation of the Multiverse during the events of Crisis. Amplified by the vibrant colors of Tom Ziuko, Wolfman and Perez's history guidebook is a visual and informational treasure trove that every DC fan should own. Hardcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing. Collects History of the DC Universe (1986) #1-2.

Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Pérez and Karl Kesel. Painted cover by Alex Ross painted.

This unique project, which spun out of the universe-changing events of "Crisis On Infinite Earths," tells the entire history of the first super-hero universe in the industry! It covers everything fromt he creation of the DCU and goes through the far flung future of the Legion of Super Heroes.

Softcover, 104 pages, full color.

Cover price $9.95.

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2nd and later printings. Collects History of the DC Universe (1986) #1-2.

Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by George Pérez and Karl Kesel. Painted cover by Alex Ross painted.

This unique project, which spun out of the universe-changing events of "Crisis On Infinite Earths," tells the entire history of the first super-hero universe in the industry! It covers everything fromt he creation of the DCU and goes through the far flung future of the Legion of Super Heroes.

Softcover, 104 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.95

Add to cart Near Mint $12.95

Steve McNiven Cover

1st printing. Collects History of the Marvel Universe (2019) #1-6.

Written by Mark Waid. Art by Javier Rodriguez and Alvaro Lopez. Cover by Steve McNiven and Mark Farmer. Back Cover by Javier Rodriguez and Alvaro Lopez.

It's the greatest tale ever told - and you've never seen it like this!

Writer Mark Waid and artist Javier Rodríguez weave together a sprawling, interconnected web of stories into one seamless narrative that takes you from the dawn of the Marvel Universe all the way to its end! Far more than a collection of moments you may already know, this is a new tale featuring previously unknown secrets and shocking revelations, connecting dozens of threads from Marvel's past and present!

From the Big Bang to the twilight of existence, this sweeping saga covers every significant Marvel event, providing fresh looks at characters of all eras!

Softcover, 232 pages, full color. Rated T

Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

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John Buscema Cover

1st printing. Collects History of the Marvel Universe (2019) #1-6.

Written by Mark Waid. Art by Javier Rodriguez and Alvaro Lopez. Cover by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. Back Cover by Javier Rodriguez and Alvaro Lopez.

It's the greatest tale ever told - and you've never seen it like this!

Writer Mark Waid and artist Javier Rodríguez weave together a sprawling, interconnected web of stories into one seamless narrative that takes you from the dawn of the Marvel Universe all the way to its end! Far more than a collection of moments you may already know, this is a new tale featuring previously unknown secrets and shocking revelations, connecting dozens of threads from Marvel's past and present!

From the Big Bang to the twilight of existence, this sweeping saga covers every significant Marvel event, providing fresh looks at characters of all eras!

Softcover, 232 pages, full color. Rated T

Cover price $24.99.

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Javier Rodriguez Cover

1st printing. Collects History of the Marvel Universe (2019) #1-6.

Written by Mark Waid. Art by Javier Rodriguez and Alvaro Lopez. Cover by Javier Rodriguez. Back Cover by Javier Rodriguez and Alvaro Lopez.

It's the greatest tale ever told - and you've never seen it like this!

Writer Mark Waid and artist Javier Rodríguez weave together a sprawling, interconnected web of stories into one seamless narrative that takes you from the dawn of the Marvel Universe all the way to its end! Far more than a collection of moments you may already know, this is a new tale featuring previously unknown secrets and shocking revelations, connecting dozens of threads from Marvel's past and present!

From the Big Bang to the twilight of existence, this sweeping saga covers every significant Marvel event, providing fresh looks at characters of all eras!

Softcover, 232 pages, full color. Rated T

Cover price $24.99.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "From Prehistory to the Renaissance!"

Written by Marion Augustin. Art and cover by Bruno Heitz. Translated by George L. Newman.

As two kids give their grandpa a tour of Paris, he starts an interesting conversation with them-about where all the art they see in their lives-from the movie house to the stadiums to museums and even the subway-started. His impromptu history lesson goes back to the first Cavemen drawings to the pyramids of Giza, and by the end of the book includes Greco-Roman feats of ingenuity and the frescoes of the Renaissance.

Recounted as a narrative about why different civilizations created different kinds of art, centuries of art history are explored entertainingly for young readers. Iconic works, such as Donatello's David and The Book of Kells, are included as well as architectural feats like the Colosseum.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. "From Renaissance to Modern Art!"

Written by Marion Augustin. Art and cover by Bruno Heitz. Translated by George L. Newman.

Two kids and their grandpa continue their adventurous guided exploration of art, civilization, and how they interacted and evolved to become something entirely new. Continuing with the Renaissance and iconic works such as The Last Supper, the Mona Lisa, and the Sistine Chapel, the book winds its way through to the work of Vincent van Gogh, the surrealist movement, to Jackson Pollock, and more.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $12.99.

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1st printing.

By John Curran.

The Hooded Gunman was the sinister figure who, having appeared in various guises on the covers of William Collins' various series of Mystery and Detective books in the 1920s, finally gained recognition with the launch of Collins' Crime Club, becoming the definitive imprint stamp on more than 2,000 books published by that august imprint between 1930 and 1994. From Agatha Christie to Reginald Hill, the Hooded Gunman was a guarantee of a first-class crime novel for almost 65 years, and those books are now as sought after and collectable and almost any other book series.

Written and researched by Agatha Christie writer, expert and archivist Dr John Curran, this sumptuous coffee tab le book looks back at the history of the Crime Club and its authors.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 400 pages, full color.

Cover price $50.00.

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1st printing. Written by Mark Millar and Dave Gibbons. Art and cover by Dave Gibbons. Legendary comic artist Dave Gibbons offers a class in creating comic books. Learn scriptwriting, page layouts, lettering and more from the incredible artist behind Watchmen! Dave Gibbons is here to teach you scriptwriting, page layouts, lettering, cover designs, and more, and he's doing it with scans of original artwork and rarely seen workings to illustrate his personal creative processes. How Comics Work covers both Gibbons' hand-drawn and digital design techniques in depth. This is your chance to gain insight to Gibbons' digital work, from his computer coloring and 3D modelling. You'll learn how he layers text for editing, creates effects such as flares and neon glows, and prepares artwork for print and online. Softcover, 9-in. x 10-in., 192 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $24.99.

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1st printing. By Mike Benton. DID YOU KNOW: Superman began his career as a villain; Jean Harlow was a model for Catwoman; Mickey Spillane started out as a comic book writer; Jerry Siegel married the real-life Lois Lane; and Madame Fatal was the first transvestite superhero? Find all this out and more in the ultimate history of the super-genre (early 1930-late 1940s). From Amazing Man to Wonder Woman, this book includes more than 300 full color illustrations, profiles on creators, and a complete checklist of Golden Age super hero comics! Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 200 pages, full color. Cover price $26.95.

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1st printing.

By Mike Benton.

From the author of The Comic Book in America comes a comprehensive look at the history of superhero comics from the Silver Age. Complete with a checklist, more than 200 full color photos, and behind-the-scenes stories!

Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 150 pages, full color.

Cover price $24.95.

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Volume 1 - "A.R.M.S. Installation - The Web!" - The Shield Cover - Who's Who provides complete dossiers on your favorite Impact heroes, villains, supporting casts, places and vehicles. Featuring Character listings for: A.R.M.S. Installation, Applejack, Arachnus, Frances "Gunny" Beaupre, Chromium, The Shield, The Web and more! Softcover (loose-leaf pages Made for 3-ring binders), 8 1/2 x 11, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

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Volume 2 - "The Black Hood - The Wolf!" - The Black Hood Cover - Who's Who provides complete dossiers on your favorite Impact heroes, villains, supporting casts, places and vehicles. Featuring Character listings for: The Black Hood, The Comet, the Jaguar, the Wolf and more! Softcover (loose-leaf pages Made for 3-ring binders), 8 1/2 x 11, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

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Volume 3 - "American Crusaders - Void!" - Crusaders Cover - Includes three trading cards and a checklist! Who's Who provides complete dossiers on your favorite Impact heroes, villains, supporting casts, places and vehicles. Featuring Character listings for: American Crusaders, Crusaders, Burnout, Domino, Fox, Ozone, Tremor, Void, and more! Softcover (loose-leaf pages Made for 3-ring binders), 8 1/2 x 11, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $4.95.

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1st printing.

By Rich Johnson.

A nerdy insider's accessible celebration of Hulk's seminal comic book stories over the comic's run, including all things Hulk: Bruce Banner and his character's origin; various significant story lines over the decades; and his presence as a pop-culture icon in today's wildly popular superhero climate.

Framed by longtime comic book industry insider Rich Johnson and told using countless comic book images, variant covers, and Marvel Cinematic Universe concept art of both the Hulk and She-Hulk, the book covers how Bruce Banner/Hulk's origin story began; character stories over the decades; Hulk's Avengers story lines; and how Hulk is even powerful and relevant in today's comic book (and super hero film) culture.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $50.00.

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Add to cart Near Mint $16.00

1st printing. By James J Donahue. In recent years, studios like Marvel and DC have seen enormous success transforming comics into major motion pictures. At the same time, bookstores such as Barnes & Noble in the US and Indigo in Canada have made more room for comic books and graphic novels on their shelves. Yet despite the sustained popular appeal and the heightened availability of these media, Indigenous artists continue to find their work given little attention by mainstream publishers, booksellers, production houses, and academics. Nevertheless, Indigenous artists are increasingly turning to graphic narratives, with publishers like Native Realities LLC and Highwater Press carving out ever more space for Indigenous creators. In Indigenous Comics and Graphic Novels: Studies in Genre, James J. Donahue investigates the disparities of representation in the fields of comics studies and comics publishing. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 172 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). Cover price $25.00.

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1st printing. By R. C. Harvey. Many fans and insiders alike have never heard of Bill Hume, Bailin' Wire Bill, Abe Martin, AWOL Wally, the Texas History Movies, or the Weatherbird at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. And many insiders do not know why we call comic books "comics" even though lots of them are not at all funny. Robert C. Harvey, cartoonist and a veteran comics critic, author of several histories of comics and biographies of cartoonists, tells forgotten stories of a dozen now obscure but once famous cartoonists and their creations. Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 224 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). Cover price $85.00.

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1st printing. By Dennis Gifford. This mammoth tomb explores the wonderful and rich history of the comic book medium. From funny animals to war-time to super heroes, this one has it all. Featuring looks at: Funny Folks (world's first comic), Ally Sloper (first comic hero), Comic Cuts, Illustrated Chips, The Funnies, Famous Funnies, nursery comics, Mickey Mouse comics, Charlie Chaplin's Comic Capers, film comics, tv comics, comic kids, Christmas comics, Tom Mix and the riders of the silver screen, western comics, Tarzan, aviation, Superman, Batman, Captain Marvel, Wonder Woman & other super girls, Canadian comics, superheroes during wartime, British comics, giveaway comics, promotional comics, Classics Illustrated, educational comics, crime comics, horror comics, pop music comics, girls' comics, romance comics, sci-fi comics, sports comics, sword & sorcery comics, 3-D comics, underground comics. Includes 125 full color and 325 B&W illustrations from over fifty years of comic book history. Hardcover, 256 pages, 9 1/2-in. x 12 1/2-in., PC/PB&W. Cover price $26.95.

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1st printing. Collects material from Official Index to the Marvel Universe (2009) #1-13. Get the complete history of Iron Man from his earliest appearances all the way up to the present day. This book comes packed with synopses of every Iron Man comic-including back up strips-introducing you to the characters, teams, places and equipment that appeared within, providing vital information about all things Iron Man! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 316 pages, full oclor. Cover price $19.99.

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1st printing. In 1976, Paul Nelson spent several weeks interviewing legendary detective writer Ross Macdonald. Beginning in the 1940s, Macdonald had followed in the footsteps of Dashiell Hammett and Raymond Chandler, ultimately elevating the noir form to a new level. Far more than a collection of never-before-published interviews, It's All One Case is also a visual history of Macdonald's career, illustrated with the covers of his books, reproductions of manuscript pages, magazine spreads, and never before seen photos. It's All One Case is a fitting tribute to Macdonald's distinguished career. Hardcover, 10-in. x 11-in., 304 pages, B&W. Cover price $44.95.

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Limited Edition

1st printing.

By John Morrow, Jon B. Cooke, and Richard Kilkman.

For its 80th issue, the Jack Kirby Collector magazine presents a double-sized 50th anniversary examination of Kirby's magnum opus!

Spanning the pages of four different comics starting in 1970 (New Gods, Forever People, Mister Miracle, and Jimmy Olsen), the sprawling "Epic for our times" was cut short mid-stream, leaving fans wondering how Jack would've resolved the confrontation between evil Darkseid of Apokolips and his son Orion of New Genesis.

This companion to that "Fourth World" series looks back at Jack Kirby's own words, as well as those of assistants Mark Evanier and Steve Sherman, inker Mike Royer, and publisher Carmine Infantino, to determine how it came about, where it was going, and how Kirby would've ended it before it was prematurely cancelled by DC Comics!

It also examines Kirby's use of gods in Thor and other strips prior to the Fourth World, how they influenced his DC epic, and affected later series like The Eternals and Captain Victory.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, PC/PB&W.

NOTE: This item doubles as Jack Kirby Collector (1994 Magazine/Treasury) #80.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Tom Scioli.

This sweeping, full-color comic book biography tells the complete life story of Jack Kirby, co-creator of some of the most enduring super-heroes and villains of the twentieth century for Marvel Comics, DC Comics, and more.

Tom Scioli breathes visual life into Kirby's life story, from his days growing up during the Great Depression to his time on the frontlines of World War II and on to his world-changing collaborations at Marvel with Stan Lee. Just as every great superhero needs a villain to overcome, Kirby's story also includes his struggles to receive the recognition and compensation that he believed his work deserved.

Readers can experience the life and times of a comics titan through the medium that made him famous.

Hardcover, 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $28.99.

Add to cart Fine $17.00

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Greg Theakston. Art and cover by Jack Kirby. 50 years of American comic art. The story of Jack Kirby's life and his work continues. Includes Kirby checklist L-Z. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 96 pages, B&W. Cover price $9.95.

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Add to cart Near Mint $17.00

1st printing. By Jerry Robinson. In this art-infused memoir by the late Jerry Robinson, learn how a seventeen-year-old became the artist on Detective Comics and Batman-and created one of the most famous villains of all time: the Joker. This volume includes never-before-published full-page artwork from Detective Comics and Batman, covers featuring Batman, Robin, and the Joker, and much more. Never-before-published artwork featuring Batman, Robin, the Joker, and more! Hardcover, 216 pages, full color. Cover price $34.99.

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1st printing. By Fredrik Strömberg. Jewish Images in the Comics presents more than 150 works from all over the world demonstrating how Jewish culture has historically been depicted in comics. The book is divided into chapters such as "Anti-Semitism", "The Old Testament" and "The Holocaust" and features works from well-known artists like Art Spiegelman and Will Eisner to much more obscure (and in some cases far less savory) cartoonists. Each example is spotlighted via an informative essay and a representative illustration. Hardcover, 6-in. x 6-in., 242 pages, B&W. Cover price $26.99.

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1st printing.

By Scott Beatty.

For the last 40 years, DC Comics' Justice League of America has united the most powerful super-heroes - Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Aquaman, Green Lantern, and the Martian Manhunter - against the most diabolical villains in comic book history.

The Ultimate Guide tells the story of the Justice League of America, and includes specially commissioned, spectacularly detailed artwork revealing the JLA's brand-new headquarters on the moon, Wonder Woman's island home, Aquaman's undersea base, and more.

Hardcover, 100 pages, 10 1/4-in. x 12-in., full color.

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Very Good $8.00

Add to cart Very Good $8.00

2nd and later printings.

By Scott Beatty.

For the last 40 years, DC Comics' Justice League of America has united the most powerful super-heroes - Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Aquaman, Green Lantern, and the Martian Manhunter - against the most diabolical villains in comic book history.

The Ultimate Guide tells the story of the Justice League of America, and includes specially commissioned, spectacularly detailed artwork revealing the JLA's brand-new headquarters on the moon, Wonder Woman's island home, Aquaman's undersea base, and more.

Hardcover, 100 pages, 10 1/4-in. x 12-in., full color.

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $17.00

2nd and later printings.

By Daniel Wallace. Cover by Brian Bolland. Introduction by Mark Hamill.

The Joker examines the evolution of the most famous comic book villain in history, and is certain to appeal to fanboys and fangirls, collectors, and newcomers to the comic book genre alike. From the comic and eccentric bad guy battling Batman in the 1940s to the truly psychotic murderer and madman of today, The Joker is the first and only comprehensive look at the ultimate super villain of DC Comics Universe's comics, television shows, and feature films.

Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 208 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $35.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

1st printing.

By Robert Greenberger.

In the hands of dozens of writers and artists, DC Comics Justice League of America (JLA) has experienced moments that can be intensely personal or of great cosmic importance. What you will see on the pages that follow is one hundred of the greatest moments, each one a piece of the mosaic that is the Justice League. From their first rallying issue in the 1960s, to the League finally reaching the big screen in the 2017 feature film Justice League, the members and their stories have remained entertaining for readers and watchers.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 304 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Add to cart Very Fine $9.00

2nd and later printings. By Landry Quinn Walker. Enter the world of the Justice League and discover the heroes, villains, and adventures. DC Comics' bravest and boldest Super Hero team exists to combat threats no single hero can defeat. A must-have for fans, this book showcases major in-world events in the JLA's pulsating story, spanning nearly 60 years of comic book history, and is packed with info on the team's allies, enemies, bases, origins, and more. This comprehensive guide celebrates the exciting world of the iconic Justice League super-heroes, a roster that includes Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Aquaman, and Cyborg. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 200 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $36.00

Add to cart Very Fine $15.00

1st Edition - 1st printing. By Mark Evanier. Introduction by Neil Gaiman. Gatefold by Alex Ross. Jack Kirby created or co-created some of the comic book world's most popular characters, including Captain America, The X-Men, The Hulk, The Fantastic Four, and The New Gods. This book serves as an authorized, visual celebration of the one and only "King of Comics" and his groundbreaking work. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12 1/2-in., 224 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $40.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $21.00

Add to cart Near Mint $21.00

2nd Edition - 1st printing. By Mark Evanier. Introduction by Neil Gaiman. Gatefold by Alex Ross. Jack Kirby created or co-created some of the comic book world's most popular characters, including Captain America, The X-Men, The Hulk, The Fantastic Four, and The New Gods. This book serves as an authorized, visual celebration of the one and only "King of Comics" and his groundbreaking work. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12 1/2-in., 224 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $45.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

1st printing.

by Jonathan Morris.

Batman has Robin. Captain America has Bucky. And Yankee Doodle had Dandy. Being a superhero is hard work, which is why so many comics characters rely on a sidekick for help. But just as not every superhero achieves the glory of Batman, not all sidekicks are as capable as the Boy Wonder. In The League of Regrettable Sidekicks, author Jon Morris discusses some of the strangest iterations of the sidekick phenomenon, and in the process explores how important these characters were to comic book storytelling. Drawing on the entire history of the medium, The League of Regrettable Sidekicks celebrates characters and stories that haven't seen the light of day in decades, pulling from defunct and long-forgotten comics publishers as well as DC and Marvel.

Hardcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 256 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Add to cart Very Fine $13.00

1st printing. By Jonathan Morris. For every superhero hitting the big time with a blockbuster movie, there are countless failures, also-rans, and D-listers. The League of Regrettable Superheroes affectionately presents one hundred of the strangest superheroes ever to see print - from Atoman to Zippo - complete with backstories, vintage art, and colorful commentary. Drawing on the entire history of the medium, the book celebrates characters that haven't seen the light of day in decades, like Natureboy, Dr. Hormone, Thunder Bunny, and more. It's a must-read for comics fans of all ages! Hardcover, 256 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $24.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $7.99

1st printing. By Jonathan Morris. For every superhero hitting the big time with a blockbuster movie, there are countless failures, also-rans, and D-listers. The League of Regrettable Superheroes affectionately presents one hundred of the strangest superheroes ever to see print - from Atoman to Zippo - complete with backstories, vintage art, and colorful commentary. Drawing on the entire history of the medium, the book celebrates characters that haven't seen the light of day in decades, like Natureboy, Dr. Hormone, Thunder Bunny, and more. It's a must-read for comics fans of all ages! Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 128 pages, full color.

Add to cart Near Mint $13.00

1st printing. Written by Christopher Irving. Photos by Seth Kushner. We often get so caught up with the characters in comics that they seem to almost take on lives of their own. This book is a reminder to remember, or to meet, and to get to know the creators of these beloved icons and fan favorites. These are the masters of the medium, who, with their supreme senses of storytelling and imaginative skills with pen and ink, have grabbed the hearts and minds of millions of people all over the world for decades. Hardcover, 8-in. x 10-in., 240 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $35.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $24.00

Add to cart Near Mint $24.00

LIMITED HARDCOVER EDITION with custom endpapers - JUST 500 COPIES!

1st printing.

By Gle Cadigan. Art and cover by Dave Cockrum. Introduction by Alex Ross.

From the letters pages of Silver Age comics to his 2021 induction into the Will Eisner Hall of Fame, the career of Dave Cockrum started at the bottom and then rose to the top of the comic book industry.

Beginning with his childhood obsession with comics and continuing through his years in the Navy, The Life and Art of Dave Cockrum follows the rising star from fandom (where he was one of the "Big Three" fanzine artists) to pro-dom, where he helped revive two struggling comic book franchises: the Legion of Super-Heroes and the X-Men. A prolific costume designer and character creator, his redesigns of the Legion and his introduction of X-Men characters Storm, Nightcrawler, Colossus, and Thunderbird (plus his design of Wolverine's alter ego, Logan) laid the foundation for both titles to become best-sellers. His later work on his own property, The Futurians, as well as childhood favorite Blackhawk and T.H.U.N.D.E.R Agents, plus his five years on Soulsearchers and Company, cemented his position as an industry giant.

Featuring artwork from fanzines, unused character designs, and other rare material, this is THE comprehensive biography of the legendary comic book artist, whose influence is still felt on the industry today! Written by Glen Cadigan (The Legion Companion, The Titans Companion Volumes 1 and 2, Best of the Legion Outpost) with an introduction by Alex Ross.

Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color.

NOTE: Limited to 500 copies.

Cover price $36.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $17.00

1st printing.

By Gle Cadigan. Art and cover by Dave Cockrum. Introduction by Alex Ross.

From the letters pages of Silver Age comics to his 2021 induction into the Will Eisner Hall of Fame, the career of Dave Cockrum started at the bottom and then rose to the top of the comic book industry.

Beginning with his childhood obsession with comics and continuing through his years in the Navy, The Life and Art of Dave Cockrum follows the rising star from fandom (where he was one of the "Big Three" fanzine artists) to pro-dom, where he helped revive two struggling comic book franchises: the Legion of Super-Heroes and the X-Men. A prolific costume designer and character creator, his redesigns of the Legion and his introduction of X-Men characters Storm, Nightcrawler, Colossus, and Thunderbird (plus his design of Wolverine's alter ego, Logan) laid the foundation for both titles to become best-sellers. His later work on his own property, The Futurians, as well as childhood favorite Blackhawk and T.H.U.N.D.E.R Agents, plus his five years on Soulsearchers and Company, cemented his position as an industry giant.

Featuring artwork from fanzines, unused character designs, and other rare material, this is THE comprehensive biography of the legendary comic book artist, whose influence is still felt on the industry today! Written by Glen Cadigan (The Legion Companion, The Titans Companion Volumes 1 and 2, Best of the Legion Outpost) with an introduction by Alex Ross.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 160 pages, full color.

Cover price $27.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $15.75

1st printing.

Written by Trina Robbins. Art and cover by Anne Timmons and Mo Oh.

In 1938, Lily Renée Wilheim is a 14-year-old Jewish girl living in Vienna. Her days are filled with art and ballet.

Then the Nazis march into Austria, and Lily's life is shattered overnight. Suddenly, her own country is no longer safe for her or her family. To survive, Lily leaves her parents behind and travels alone to England. Escaping the Nazis is only the start of Lily's journey. She must escape many more times-from servitude, hardship, and danger. Will she find a way to have her own sort of revenge on the Nazis?

Follow the true story of a brave girl who becomes an artist of heroes and a pioneer in comic books.

Softcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9 1/2-in., 96 pages, full color.

Cover price $7.95.