Comic books in 'Comic History'

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1st printing. By Mark Brake. Super-hero fiction has been with us for almost a century; high-octane tales crammed with concepts and contrasting themes, from superpowers and the post-human, to masked vigilantes and immortality. In that time, superwomen have evolved from comic book caricatures (created by men, for men) to stronger representations of female power. THE SCIENCE OF SUPERWOMEN looks at this evolution, from its hypersexualized origins to today's more nuanced diversity, and explores the relationship between superhero film and fiction and the underlying science of our ever-evolving universe. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 240 pages, Text Only. Cover price $16.99.

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About Fandom, Underground Culture, The Comics Industry, Talking Animals, A Gonzo Cartoonist, and Other Stuff!

1st printing. Introduction by Sergio Aragones. For over fifty years, Scott Shaw! has been writing and drawing allegedly funny stuff for mainstream comics sold on spinner racks (including Sonic the Hedgehog, Captain Carrot, and The Simpsons), underground comix sold in head shops -and almost everything in between. Finally, here's the first collection starring the award-winning cartoonist's most notorious characters (including Scott himself!), with over 200 pages of offbeat stories, plus surprises and silliness from the depths of his archives! Softcover, 332 pages, B&W. Cover price $30.00.

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Collector's Edition - Limited Inventory Available

1982: Seismic changes were in the air… New Wave music ruled the airwaves, Spielbergs E.T. dazzled at the box office, and the term internet was first used to describe the new international network of communication. The comic-book industry was also experiencing great change as ambitious young self-publishers started beating the drum of revolution in a long-stagnant field. Among them was Dave Sim with his creation Cerebus the Aardvark, which was rapidly growing in popularity to the point that copies of the first issue had risen from $1 to hundreds of dollars in just five short years.

December 1977: Dave Sim and his soon to be wife, Deni Loubert, printed two-thousand copies of Cerebus No. 1, and distributed them to Now & Then Books in Kitchener, Ontario, Big Rapids Distribution in Lansing, Michigan, and Sea Gat Distribution in Brooklyn, New York, establishing a clear trail of where nearly every copy went.

April 1982: Ten copies of Cerebus No. 1 were found at a flea market and sold to a comic book shop. Then twenty more were sold to the shop down the road… Then thirty more… Forty more… In all, nearly two thousand newly discovered copies of this rare and sought after book were sold to comic shops from Berkeley, California to New York City. Every single one – counterfeit.

This is the Secret History of the Counterfeit Cerebus No. 1.

24 pages, B&W.

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1st printing. By Jill Lepore. Wonder Woman, created in 1941, is the most popular female superhero of all time. Aside from Superman and Batman, no superhero has lasted as long or commanded so vast and wildly passionate a following. In the more than seven decades since she first appeared, her comic books have never been out of print. In years of interviews and archival research, Harvard historian and New Yorker staff writer Jill Lepore has uncovered an astonishing trove of documents, including the never-before-seen private papers of William Moulton Marston, Wonder Woman's creator. The Secret History of Wonder Woman reveals that Wonder Woman is the missing link in the history of the struggle for women's rights. Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 448 pages, Text. Cover price $16.95.

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Canadian edition with $2.85 cover price - It's "The Secret Origin of The Doom Patrol!" by Paul Kupperberg & John Byrne, a 30-page tale. Also: Paul Kupperberg & Steve Lightle discuss the new Doom Patrol series in an article by Joey Cavalieri. Plus: "The Secret Origin of Captain Comet" by Roy Thomas, Ron Harris & Bruce D. Patterson, a 20-page tale. Cover by Byrne (after Ed Hannigan). 48 pages, FC. Cover price $2.85.

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Canadian edition with $2.70 cover price - It's the origins of the Flash...and Flash. The Flash died in the pages of CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS...and here's what happened next. The final Barry Allen story, written by Robert Loren Fleming, with art by Carmine Infantino and Murphy Anderson. Also, the origin of the current Flash, from his beginnings as Wally West, through his days as Kid Flash and beyond. Written by William Messner-Loebs, with art by Mike Collins and Frank McLaughlin. Cover by Infantino, Collins and Anderson. 48 pages, FC. Cover price $2.70.

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1st printing. Collects Secret Origins (1986-1990 2nd Series) #32 and 35-36, Secret Origins Annual #2, and Man of Steel (1986) # 6.

Written by Dennis O'Neil, John Byrne, James Owsley, Mark Verheiden, Robert Loren Fleming, Gardner Fox, Keith Giffen, and Peter David. Art by Dick Giordano, John Byrne, M.D. Bright, Ken Stacy, Carmine Infantino, and Eric Shanower. Cover by Brian Bolland. Introduction by Mark Waid.

Featuring the Secret Origins of the world's greatest super heroes - Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Flash, and the Martian Manhunter!

Softcover, 140 pages, full color.

Cover price $4.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Secret Origins (2014) 3rd Series #1-4.

Written by by Greg Pak, Kyle Higgins, Tony Bedard, Ray Fawkes, Jeff Parker, Scott Lobdell, Robert Venditti, Jeremy Haun, Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti, Jeff Lemire and Peter J. Tomasi.
Art by Lee Weeks, Doug Mahnke, Paulo Siqueira, Dustin Nguyen, Derek Fridolfs, Martin Coccolo, Trevor McCarthy, Tyler Kirkham, Stéphane Roux, Denys Cowan, Bill Sienkiewicz, Ian Bertram, Alvaro Martinez, Sandra Hope, Keith Champagne and Christian Alamy.
Cover by Lee Bermejo.

At last, the origins of The New 52's World's Greatest Heroes are revealed! Included here are the origins of The Last Son of Krypton and Kara Zor-El, Supergirl, Harley Quinn, Green Lantern, Batwoman, Batman, Aquaman, Green Arrow and many more!

Softcover, 160 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Volume 1 - 2nd and later printings. Collects Secret Origins (2014) 3rd Series #1-4.

Written by by Greg Pak, Kyle Higgins, Tony Bedard, Ray Fawkes, Jeff Parker, Scott Lobdell, Robert Venditti, Jeremy Haun, Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmiotti, Jeff Lemire and Peter J. Tomasi.
Art by Lee Weeks, Doug Mahnke, Paulo Siqueira, Dustin Nguyen, Derek Fridolfs, Martin Coccolo, Trevor McCarthy, Tyler Kirkham, Stéphane Roux, Denys Cowan, Bill Sienkiewicz, Ian Bertram, Alvaro Martinez, Sandra Hope, Keith Champagne and Christian Alamy.
Cover by Lee Bermejo.

At last, the origins of The New 52's World's Greatest Heroes are revealed! Included here are the origins of The Last Son of Krypton and Kara Zor-El, Supergirl, Harley Quinn, Green Lantern, Batwoman, Batman, Aquaman, Green Arrow and many more!

Softcover, 160 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Volume 2 - 1st printing. Collects Secret Origins (2014) 3rd Series #5-11.

Written by Marv Wolfman, Scott Lobdell, Jeff Parker, Brian Azzarello, Cliff Chiang, J.M. DeMatteis, Cullen Bunn, Paul Levitz, Frank Barbiere, Robert Venditti, Van Jensen, Tim Seeley, Tom King, Jeff Lemire, Ann Nocenti, Charles Soule, Cameron Stewart, Brandon Fletcher, Dan Jurgens, Christy Marx, Ray Fawkes and Landry Q. Walker.
Art by Edgar Salazar, Jack Herbert, Daniel HDR, Goran Sudzuka, Kevin Stokes, Igor Lima, Jonboy Meyers, Robson Rocha, Miguel Sepulveda, Stephen Mooney, Travel Foreman, Roger Robinson, Alessandro Vitti, Alisson Borges, Pat Broderick, Sean Chen, Stjepan Sejic, Irene Koh, Richard Isanove, Dave Bullock, Scott Hepburn, Jay Leisten, Vicente Cifuentes, Jose Marzan, Jr., Oclair Albert and Scott Hanna.
Cover by Lee Bermejo.

The beginnings of the most popular characters in the DC Universe are here - starring Batgirl, Wonder Woman, Cyborg, The Flash, Animal Man, Grayson and many others!

Softcover, 272 pages, full color.

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1st printing.

By Bill Schelly. Introduction by Roy Thomas.

Subtitled "A Life in Comic Fandom," Sense of Wonder is the personal, often funny, sometimes poignant recollections of Bill Schelly's years as a comic book collector and fanzine publisher in the 1960s and 1970s. Fandom's leading historian recounts his strange-but-true encounters with Steve Ditko, Dr. Frederic Wertham, Jim Shooter, Bob Kane and more, in this beautifully written, highly readable text.

It's all here: the fans, the dealers, the comicons, and more, including a special introduction by Rascally Roy Thomas! Profusely illustrated with 150 photos and illustrations, including rare work by Dick Giordano, Joe Sinnott, Steve Ditko, Neal Adams, Mike Kaluta, Wally Wood, Doug Potter, Dave Cockrum, C.C. Beck, Don Newton, and a knock-out Captain America frontispiece by Jack Kirby and Mike Allred.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

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1st printing. Max and Mickey; Miss Nelson; Pack, Quack, and Mrs. Mallard; Pigeon; Sylvester; John Henry; and a very hungry caterpillar - these are just a few of the beloved picture book characters discussed in Show Me a Story. Renowned children's literature authority Leonard S. Marcus speaks with their creators and asks about their childhood, their inspiration, their determination, their mentors, their creative choices, and more. Why do children love and need picture books so much? Marcus confirms that picture books matter because they make a difference in our children's lives. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 352 pages, ful;l color. Cover price $15.99.

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1st printing. Written by Paul Levitz. Interview with Neal Adams. Cover by Carmen Infantino. Back Cover by Gil Kane. The second in the deluxe DC Comics series by TASCHEN! With super heroes nearly extinct at the start of the 1950s, DC Comics reignited the fire that would make them central to modern popular culture by infusing them with science fiction elements. DC's writers and editors spun ever-more fantastic tales, bringing super heroes and Bob Hope alike into the realm of sci-fi. The results were transformative, delivering the first-ever "reboot" of Golden Age greats with the Flash, Green Lantern, and Hawkman as well as the hit TV show Batman. The Silver Age of DC Comics chronicles it all. Plus, a new exclusive interview with Green Lantern/Batman artist Neal Adams! Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 396 pages, full color.

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2nd and later printings. Edited by Bill Blackbeard and Martin Williams. Foreword by Jahn Canaday. This is a tribute to the fun and creativity of newspaper comic strip'. Featuring fantastic tales of Popeye, Mickey Mouse, Prince Valiant, Snoopy, and more! Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 336 pages, PC/PB&W.

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Fireside Book Series

1st printing. Collects Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011) 1st Series #1, Tales of Suspense (1959-1968) #39 and 97, Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #1, Daredevil (1964 1st Series) #1 and 47, Strange Tales (1951-1976 1st Series) #135, Fantastic Four (1961-1996 1st Series) #13, and Silver Surfer (1968-1970 1st Series) #1.

Written by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber. Art by Jack Kirby, Don Heck, Gene Colan, Bill Everett, John Buscema, Paul Reinman, Frank Giacoia, Dick Ayers, George Klein, Syd Shores, and Joe Sinnott. Cover by John Romita, Sr.

This volume in the amazing Marvel Origins series (Origins of Marvel Comics TPB, Bring on the Bad Guys TPB, Superhero Women TPB) collects the origin tales of - the Uncanny X-Men, the Invincible Iron Man, the Mighty Avengers, Daredevil the Man Without Fear, Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., the enigmatic Watcher, and the Silver Surfer, Sentinel of the Spaceways.

Softcover, 254 pages, full color.

Cover price $6.95.

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Fireside Book Series

2nd and later printings . Collects Uncanny X-Men (1963-2011) 1st Series #1, Tales of Suspense (1959-1968) #39 and 97, Avengers (1963-1996 1st Series) #1, Daredevil (1964 1st Series) #1 and 47, Strange Tales (1951-1976 1st Series) #135, Fantastic Four (1961-1996 1st Series) #13, and Silver Surfer (1968-1970 1st Series) #1.

Written by Stan Lee and Larry Lieber. Art by Jack Kirby, Don Heck, Gene Colan, Bill Everett, John Buscema, Paul Reinman, Frank Giacoia, Dick Ayers, George Klein, Syd Shores, and Joe Sinnott. Cover by John Romita, Sr.

This volume in the amazing Marvel Origins series (Origins of Marvel Comics TPB, Bring on the Bad Guys TPB, Superhero Women TPB) collects the origin tales of - the Uncanny X-Men, the Invincible Iron Man, the Mighty Avengers, Daredevil the Man Without Fear, Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., the enigmatic Watcher, and the Silver Surfer, Sentinel of the Spaceways.

Softcover, 254 pages, full color.

Cover price $6.95.

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1st printing. By Alex M. Wainer. This is a book about the comics genre and language, how these were used to create Batman, and how that character's longevity is largely due to the medium's unique formal qualities. It argues that Batman's core appeal is his mythic nature which allows him to transcend changes in reader tastes, the vicissitudes of the comics industry, and the changing media landscape. It is a study of how the formal aspects of comics are able to evoke uniquely mythic qualities that have made Batman such a long-lived cultural phenomenon. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 208 pages, Text. Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. "Careering through space, Crash Carew, Daredevil of the Stratosphere and Billy, his boy assistant, are becoming bothered. Ice is forming over their planet-rocket, the Marlin. Will the Marlin nose-dive into the Ice Planet? Will the evil ice-batmen have their wicked way? Will this dynamic duo face a frozen fate?" Travel back in time to a more innocent future, the Comic Book world of the 40s and 50s, when all a boy or girl needed was a silver sixpence to buy hours' worth of wonder and the wonderful world of tomorrow! Softcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 96 pages, PC/PB&W.

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1st printing. By Hope Nicholson. Think comic books can't feature strong female protagonists? Think again! In The Spectacular Sisterhood of Superwomen you'll meet the most fascinating exemplars of the powerful, compelling, entertaining, and heroic female characters who've populated comic books from the very beginning. This spectacular sisterhood includes costumed crimebusters like Miss Fury, super-spies like Tiffany Sinn, sci-fi pioneers like Gale Allen, and even kid troublemakers like Little Lulu. With vintage art, publication details, a decade-by-decade survey of industry trends and women's roles in comics, and spotlights on iconic favorites, this book proves that not only do strong female protagonists belong in comics, they've always been there. Hardcover, 7-in. x 9-in., 240 pages, full color. Cover price $24.95.

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Conan Issue

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

Combines all-new features with a collection of Conan-related material from past issues of Spectrum (spruced up with different artwork and photos)! The all-star interview line-up includes Barry Windsor-Smith, Kurt Busiek, Mark Schultz, Gary Gianni, Joseph Michael Linsner, and Cary Nord! The discussions cover a wide range of Conan in print, from the classic Marvel comics of three decades ago, to the recent book collections, to the hot new Dark Horse series. This issue also includes a lengthy analysis of all of the Robert E. Howard-based films (the two Conan movies, Red Sonja, Kull the Conqueror, and The Whole Wide World), and a new essay by Charles Hoffman. No Conan fan will want to be without it!

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 104 pages, B&W (on slick white paper).

Cover price $12.95.

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1st printing.

By Matthew K. Manning.

In this complete biography of one of Marvel's most beloved super heroes, explore Spider-Man's development through behind-the-scenes anecdotes, images, and rarely-seen interviews. Since swinging onto the scene in 1961, in the pages of Amazing Fantasy #15 by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, the world's most famous wall-crawler has captivated the world, starring in millions of comics, over twenty different films and animated series, numerous blockbuster video games, and one Broadway show, as well as appearances in countless other mediums.

In celebration of his illustrious and expansive history, Spider-Man: A History and Celebration of the Web-Slinger, Decade by Decade is a comprehensive collection of exciting art and expert commentary that brings Spidey's backstory out of the archive and into the arms of fans worldwide.

Hardcover, 9 1/2-in.x 10 1/2-in., 208 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. Written by Michael Manning. From his first appearance in Amazing Fantasy #15 in 1962, to his appearance in numerous blockbuster films, Spider-Man has captivated legions of fans, young and old alike. With DK's fascinating chronicle format, this guide traces the development of your friendly neighborhood web-slinger by decade, looking at comics, storylines, and character - year by year, month by month. Readers will get to take a closer look at the writers and artists who created the hero, the development of his iconic costume, and the key story arcs, allies, and foes that make up Spidey's world. Hardcover (with Slipcase), 10-in. x 12-in., 352 pages, full color. Cover price $50.00.

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1st Edition - 1st printing. The ultimate web-slinger is back in this exciting and informative ultimate guide. Spider-Man: Inside the World of your Friendly Neighborhood Hero traces Spider-Man's entire career from his high-school beginnings as Peter Parker to his love affair with the enchanting Mary Jane. Discover how your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man came to be created in 1962 and how the character has developed over the years. Full of interesting facts and dynamic comic book art, Spider-Man: Inside the World of your Friendly Neighborhood Hero is the tell-all to the famous Amazing Spider-Man. Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 200 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

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Updated and Expanded Edition - 1st printing. Marvel's Spider-Man: Inside the World of Your Friendly Neighborhood Hero explores Peter Parker's exciting move into global hi-tech with Parker Industries, the tumultuous events of "Spider Island," Superior Spider-Man and Spider-Verse. Discover profiles of new stars Spider-Gwen and Silk and the latest developments in Spider-Man's costumes and equipment. Fully updated with Spider-Man's timeline and existing character histories, this is perfect guide to learning more than 50 years of Spider-Man comics. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 216 pages, full color. Cover price $24.99.

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Program for the 27th World Science Fiction Convention held at St. Louis in 1969. Article on guest of honor Jack Gaughan by Terry Carr, article by Gaughan, article by Harlan Ellison about the Clarion Workshops. Plus a listing of attendees, a listing of all Hugo winners starting from 1953 to 1968. Ads from all the famous fanzines of the day, book and magazine publishers, dealers (Howard Rogofsky has the back cover), convention bids for future worldcons and fans. Interior art by George Barr, Steve Stiles, Joe Staton, Jack Gaughan, Walt Simonson, Tim Kirk and more. 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 154 pages, B&W.

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1st printing. By Bob Batchelor. Cover by Jason Piperberg. Foreword by Tom DeLonge (To the Stars, Blink 182). The definitive biography of Marvel legend Stan Lee, celebrating the 100th anniversary of his birth. Stan Lee's extraordinary life was as epic as the superheroes he co-created, from the Amazing Spider-Man to the Mighty Avengers. His ideas and voice are at the heart of global culture, loved by millions of superhero fans around the world. Award-winning cultural historian Bob Batchelor offers an in-depth and complete look at this iconic visionary whose life is a unique representation of recent American history. Batchelor examines Lee's fascinating American life by drawing out all its complexity, drama, heartache, and humor, revealing how Lee introduced the world to heroes that were just as fallible and complex as their creator-and just like all of us. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 288 pages, Text Only. Cover price $25.95.

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1st printing. By Jordan Raphael and Tom Spurgeon. This book, based on interviews with Stan lee and dozens of his colleagues and contemporaries, as well as extensive archival research, is at once a professional history, an appreciation, and a critical exploration of Stan Lee and his many accomplishments. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 304 pages, Text (with B&W Photos). Cover price $24.95.

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1st printing.

By Cristina Oxtra.

Stan Lee is one of the most influential people in the comic book world. The memorable heroes he created, including Spider-Man, Iron Man, the X-Men, and Daredevil, helped build Marvel Comics into the publishing powerhouse we know today. This elementary aged biography of the creator features an engaging text, vibrant photos, and fact boxes and aligns with national and state social studies standards.

Softcover, 32 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $7.95.

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1st printing.

By Adrian Mackinder.

Stan Lee: How Marvel Changed the World is not just another biography. It is a journey through twentieth century American history, seen through the life of a man who personified the American Dream. Stan Lee's life reflects the evolution of American entertainment, society, and popular culture throughout the 20th-century and beyond. Was Stan Lee himself a superhuman creation, just a mask to protect his true, more complicated secret identity?

Just like the vibrant panels of the comics he wrote, Lee's life, it seems, is never black and white.

Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 192 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $29.95.

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1st printing.

By Stan Lee. Introduction by Charlie Novinskie. Afterword by Jim McLauchlin.

Among those providing commentaries: Paul Dini, Roy Thomas, Brian Pulido, Scott Dunbier, Tom DeFalco. The wit and wisdom of the caliph of comics is on display for all to see in one mighty volume! All of Stan Lee's groundbreaking, legendary "Stan's Soapbox" columns from 1967 to 1980 are collected for the first time ever! And that's not all! Columns are presented in a historical context, so you can immerse yourself in the flavor of the day, and get a sense what was happening right outside Stan's window when he penned 'em. Some are poignant, some informative, some touching, and some funny. But they're all memorable! Add to that, a bountiful bevy of celebs also write about their most memorable columns, including Marvel Editor-in-Chief Joe Quesada, Marvel Studios President of Production Kevin Feige, X-Men movie producer Tom DeSanto, and a vast variety of great names from the fields of comics, literature, politics and academia.

No comics historian will want to miss out on the historical heavyweights contained within this titanic tome!

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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By Stan Lee. Introduction by Charlie Novinskie. Afterword by Jim McLauchlin.

The wit and wisdom of the caliph of comics is on display for all to see in one mighty volume! ALL of Stan Lee's groundbreaking, legendary "Stan's Soapbox" columns from 1967 to 1980 are collected under one cover! And that's not all! Columns are presented in a historical context, so you can immerse yourself in the flavor of the day, and get a sense what was happening right outside Stan's window when he penned 'em. Some are poignant, some informative, some touching, and some funny. But they're all memorable! Among those providing commentaries: Paul Dini, Tom DeSanto, Joe Quesada, Roy Thomas, Brian Pulido, Scott Dunbier and Tom DeFalco.

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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1st printing. The original cast and crew of Gene Roddenberrys' Star Trek discuss the making of the iconic show and films in this fully illustrated collector's edition. Featuring interviews with the U.S.S Enterprise crew members William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, Nichelle Nichols, George Takei, Walter Koenig, and James Doohan. This illustrated book compiles years of unmissible content with exclusive new features. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 248 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

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Blue Title - Volume 1 - 1st printing. White cover with blue title that reads: "HISTORY of COMICS 1." Jim Steranko's classic history of the early days of comics covers the early newspaper strips, the pulp heroes, Superman, Batman, Captain America, the Sub-Mariner, the Human Torch, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, kid gangs, and more. Spectacular Steranko wraparound cover. Softcover, 10-in. x 14-in., 84 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.00.

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NO Title Logo on Cover - Volume 1 - 1st printing. Jim Steranko's classic history of the early days of comics covers the early newspaper strips, the pulp heroes, Superman, Batman, Captain America, the Sub-Mariner, the Human Torch, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, kid gangs, and more. Spectacular Steranko wraparound cover. Softcover, 10-in. x 14-in., 84 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.00.

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Red Logo, $5.00 cover price - Volume 1 - 1st printing. "HISTORY of COMICS 2." Jim Steranko's classic history of the early days of comics covers the early newspaper strips, the pulp heroes, Superman, Batman, Captain America, the Sub-Mariner, the Human Torch, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, kid gangs, and more. Spectacular Steranko wraparound cover. Softcover, 10-in. x 14-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $5.00.

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1st printing. By Stephanie Williams. Foreword by James Gunn. Move over Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman - Peacemaker is now on the scene and he's bringing along more than 100 of the most colorful characters from all corners of the DC multiverse! There are dozens of unique, sometimes absurd, and yet truly memorable characters waiting for their chance to shine. Strange and Unsung All-Stars of the DC Multiverse celebrates some of the quirkiest, most compelling, and ready-for-primetime characters from throughout DC's history. With peculiar powers-from Matter-Eater Lad to Arm-Fall-Off Boy-and one-of-a-kind costumes-from Red Tornado with her red long johns and a cooking pot for a helmet to Blue Snowman with her wintry robotic armor-these characters are truly unforgettable! Hardcover, 7-in. x 8-in., 240 pages, full color. Cover price $27.00.

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1st printing. By Brad Ricca. In the vein of Schulz and Peanuts, the first comprehensive literary biography of Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel, creators of Superman. Drawing on ten years of research, Brad Ricca's Super Boys is the first ever full biography about Superman's creators. Among scores of new discoveries, the book reveals the first stories and pictures ever published by the two, where the first Superman story really came from, the real inspiration for Lois Lane, the template for Superman's costume, and much, much more. Super Boys is the story of a long friendship between boys who grew to be men and the standard that would be impossible for both of them to live up to. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 320 pages, Text (with B&W illustrations and photos). Cover price $27.99.

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1st printing. By Tim Leong. The comic book universe is adventurous, mystifying, and filled with heroes, villains, and cosplaying ComicCon attendees. This book by one of Wired magazine's art directors traverses the graphic world through a collection of pie charts, bar graphs, timelines, scatter plots, and more. From a colorful breakdown of the DC Comics reader demographic to a witty Venn diagram of superhero comic tropes and a Chris Ware sadness scale, this book charts the most arbitrary and monumental characters, moments, and equipment of the wide world of comics. Softcover, 9-in. x 7-in., 196 pages, full color. Cover price $18.95.

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2nd and later printings. By Tim Leong. The comic book universe is adventurous, mystifying, and filled with heroes, villains, and cosplaying ComicCon attendees. This book by one of Wired magazine's art directors traverses the graphic world through a collection of pie charts, bar graphs, timelines, scatter plots, and more. From a colorful breakdown of the DC Comics reader demographic to a witty Venn diagram of superhero comic tropes and a Chris Ware sadness scale, this book charts the most arbitrary and monumental characters, moments, and equipment of the wide world of comics. Softcover, 9-in. x 7-in., 196 pages, full color. Cover price $18.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. Edited by Claude Lalumiere. Stories by Mike Mignola, Christopher Golden, George R.R. Martin, Kurt Busiek, Cory Doctorow, Carrie Vaughn, Steven Barnes, Tananarive Due, Jonathan Lethem, Gene Wolfe, Kim Newman, Chris Roberson, Leah Bobet, J. Robert Lennon, A.M. Dellamonica, Kelly Link, Rachel Pollack, James Lowder, Ernest Hogan, Carol Emshwiller, Jack Pendarvis, Benjamin Rosenbaum, George Singleton, Paul Di Filippo, James Patrick Kelly, Win Scott Eckert, Jess Nevins, Tim Pratt, Will Clarke, and Camille Alexa. With hard-hitting stories from masters of the realm and fresh new talents, this vastly adventurous anthology collects some of the most exciting and original superhero stories of the past few decades, along with an array of entertaining and informative articles on the evolution of the genre. The origins of caped crusaders and their ingenious nemeses will be uncovered, their terrible secrets revealed, and their victories and defeats chronicled for all. An exciting blend of voices will release these guardians and villains from their common realm of comics, graphic novels, and movies and set them free to roam in the wild world of prose and their readers' imaginations. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 384 pages, Text Only. Cover price $15.95.

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1st printing. By Margaret Stohl, Jeanine Schaeffer, and Judith Stephens. What does a hero's journey look like when the hero in question happens to be a girl? Marvel creator Margaret Stohl along with Judith Stephens, producer and cocreator of the Women of Marvel podcast, interviewed more than 120 women and nonbinary Marvel contributors in search of the answer to that question. With one shared goal-to make the historically invisible work of women visible-and with unprecedented access to Marvel creators, writers, actors, and more, Stohl and Stephens set out to tell the story of the women of the "House of Ideas" from 1939 through today, and along the way, to find the meaning of their own Marvel stories. Packed with biographies and illustrations of creators, graphical reprints and excerpts of historic Marvel comics, Super Visible: The Story of the Women of Marvel is an essential read for fans of all ages. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., pages, Text (with full color and B&W photos and illustrations). Cover price $35.00.

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1st printing. By Jeffrey K. Johnson. In the eight decades since Superman's debut, comic book superheroes have become an indispensible part of American society and the nation's dominant mythology. They represent America's hopes, dreams, fears, and needs and have become ingrained in the nation's social and cultural fabric. As a form of popular literature, superhero narratives have closely mirrored and molded social trends and changes, influencing and reflecting political, social, and cultural events. This study provides a decade by decade chronicle of American history from 1938 to 2010 through the lens of superhero comics. Softcover, 236 pages, Text 9with B&W Photos). Cover price $40.00.

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2nd Edition - 1st printing. By Gina Misiroglu. With this book you will learn everything you need to know about super hero history, sidekicks, love interests, superpowers, modus operandi, and more! Softcover, 464 pages, full color. Cover price $24.95.

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2nd Edition - 2nd and later printings. By Gina Misiroglu. With this book you will learn everything you need to know about super hero history, sidekicks, love interests, superpowers, modus operandi, and more! Softcover, 464 pages, full color. Cover price $24.95.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. By Ed Gross. The superhero genre has exploded, with comic book heroes conquering the big screen and making massive inroads on the small. Superhero Confidential is the first in a series of books to go behind the scenes on the making of these filmed adventures. Volume I includes "Spider-Man: From Cannon to Cameron," which explores the numerous aborted attempts at bringing Spidey to movie screens in the '80s and '90s; the making of the two Hellboy films with director Guillermo del Toro and Ron Perlman; a comprehensive exploration of Ben Affleck's Daredevil; director Christopher Nolan and writer David S. Goyer chronicling the challenges of Batman Begins; and much more. Softcover, 160 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

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Add to cart Near Mint $6.00

1st printing.

Published to tie in with a PBS documentary series, this book will explore the 70-year history of the superheroes that have captured the imagination for generations.

This highly illustrated book will explore the cultural history of superheroes, from the first Depression-era comic books to the beloved characters of Marvel and DC, including Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man. The authors delve into the culture and the context that gave rise to the beloved heroes that continue to grow in popularity and the ways that these characters have been shaped and changed by American culture at every incarnation.

Hardcover, 8-in., 11-in., 304 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. By Jason Tondro. Few scholars nursed on the literary canon would dispute that knowledge of Western literature benefits readers and writers of the superhero genre. This analysis of superhero comics as Romance literature shows that the reverse is true - knowledge of the superhero romance has something to teach critics of traditional literature. Establishing the comic genre as a cousin to Arthurian myth, Spenser, and Shakespeare, it uses comics to inform readings of The Faerie Queene, The Tempest, Malory's Morte d'Arthur and more, while employing authors like Ben Johnson to help explain comics by Alan Moore, Jack Kirby, and Grant Morrison and characters and teams like Iron Man, the Hulk, the X-Men, and the Justice League. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 248 pages, Text (with B&W Illustrations). Cover price $40.00.

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1st printing. Superheroes: modern gods and goddesses, remote, revered, but like the pantheon of heroes and heroines of ancient myth, great power tempered with flaws. And now, find within these pages tales by gifted and award-winning authors who move superheroes from the four-color panels of comic books to fiction, reminding every adult of the child within, who ever wanted to wear a cape and cowl! Softcover, 384 pages, B&W. Cover price $15.95.

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1st printing. Art by Joe Shuster, Neal Adams, Curt Swan, Dave Johnson, Tim Bradstreet, Mike Wieringo, Alex Ross, Jim Lee, Michael Turner, Tim Sale, Gil Kane, and Ed McGuinness. In the tradition established by the spectacular BATMAN: COVER TO COVER HC, DC Comics proudly presents over 270 of the greatest Superman comic covers of all time, showcasing the World's Greatest Super-Hero! The artistic development and image of the Man of Steel unfolds over decades of interpretations by the greatest creators in comic-book history. Special features include a look at the evolution of the Superman S-shield, Superman's fight for social justice, and Superman covers from around the world. Plus, acclaimed writers and artists pick their favorite Superman covers and explain their significance. Contributors include Grant Morrison, Jeph Loeb, Mark Verheiden, Mark Waid, Elliot S. Maggin, Murphy Anderson, Al Plastino, Jim Mooney and Nick Cardy. Also picking their favorites are Superman Returns director Bryan Singer, new Superman actor Brandon Routh, Superman: The Movie director Richard Donner, and TV's first Jimmy Olsen, Jack Larson. A must-have for all pop-culture, graphic design, comic-book and Superman fans, SUPERMAN: COVER TO COVER is the definitive guide to the most memorable comic covers of all time! Hardcover, 240 pages, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., full color. Cover price $39.99.

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1st printing. Written by Harry Brod. In Superman Is Jewish? Harry Brod reveals the links between Jews and superheroes in a penetrating investigation of iconic comic book figures. He describes how the role of each hero reflects the evolution of the Jewish place in American culture - an alien in a foreign land, like Superman; a figure plagued by guilt for not having saved his family, like Spider-Man; outsiders persecuted for being different (X-Men); a nice, smart guy afraid people won't like him when he's angry (the Hulk). Brod blends humor and sharp observation as he considers these well-known figures' overtly and discreetly Jewish characteristics and talks about how their creators integrated their Jewish identities and their creativity. Hardcover, 224 pages, Text Only. Cover price $25.00.