Comic books September 2001

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100 BULLETS #26 WRITTEN BY BRIAN AZZARELLO; ART BY EDUARDO RISSO, FRANK MILLER, JIM LEE, DAVE GIBBONS, J.G. JONES, PAUL POPE, TIM BRADSTREET, LEE BERMEJO, JOE JUSKO, JORDI BERNET, AND MARK CHIARELLO; PAINTED COVER BY DAVE JOHNSON In stores July 4. A special issue designed as a starting point for new readers! "Mr. Branch and the Family Tree" follows Paris-based conspiracy nut, Mr. Branch (from issues #12-14), as he relates tales of the various main characters of the series. Series artist Eduardo Risso provides the framing sequence, with illustrations showcasing each main character by: Frank Miller, Jim Lee, Dave Gibbons, J.G. Jones, Paul Pope, Lee Bermejo, Tim Bradstreet, Joe Jusko, Jordi Bernet, and Mark Chiarello! For more information, see the feature article. MATURE READERS FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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Randy Green cover, condolences to 9/11. Written by Marv Wolfman, Art by Roger Cruz and Paul Mounts. GUEST STARRING TELLOS' SERRA! Even as her friends have been turned to stone, The 10th Muse has found herself transported to another dimension. This is the high-fantasy realm of the acclaimed Image Comic Series - TELLOS, and it is filled with dangers unlike any the Muse has ever faced. But, more important to the Muse is that Tellos holds a vital secret to the Muse's hidden past. Cover price $2.95.

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Andy Park cover, Tellos. Written by Marv Wolfman, Art by Roger Cruz and Paul Mounts. GUEST STARRING TELLOS' SERRA! Even as her friends have been turned to stone, The 10th Muse has found herself transported to another dimension. This is the high-fantasy realm of the acclaimed Image Comic Series - TELLOS, and it is filled with dangers unlike any the Muse has ever faced. But, more important to the Muse is that Tellos holds a vital secret to the Muse's hidden past. Cover price $2.95.

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September 5, 2001. All color. Features include Judge Dredd in "Helter Skelter" part 9 (script by Garth Ennis, art by Henry Flint), Durham Red in "The Vermin Stars" part 9 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Mark Harrison), Banzai Battalion in "The Fitz" part 2 (script by John Wagner, art by Ian Gibson), Tales of Telguuth: "The Vileness of Scromyx" part 1 (script by Steve Moore, art by Bayo Siku), and Nikolai Dante in "The Romanov Empire" part 9 (script by Robbie Morrison, art by John Burns). Cover by Jock and Chris Blythe.

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September 12, 2001. All color. Features include Judge Dredd in "Helter Skelter" part 10 (script by Garth Ennis, art by Carlos Ezquerra), Durham Red in "The Vermin Stars" part 10 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Mark Harrison), Banzai Battalion in "The Fitz" part 3 (script by John Wagner, art by Ian Gibson), Tales of Telguuth: "The Vileness of Scromyx" part 2 (script by Steve Moore, art by Bayo Siku), and Nikolai Dante in "The Romanov Empire" part 10 (script by Robbie Morrison, art by John Burns). Frazer Irving cover.

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September 19, 2001. All color. Features include Judge Dredd in "Helter Skelter" part 11 (script by Carth Ennis, art by Carlos Ezquerra), Durham Red in "The Vermin Stars" part 11 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Mark Harrison), Banzai Battalion in "The Fitz" part 4 (script by John Wagner, art by Ian Gibson), Tales of Telguuth in "The Vileness of Scromyx" part 3 (script by Steve Moore, art by Bayo Siku), and Nikolai Dante in "The Romanov Empire" part 11 (script by Robbie Morrison, art by John Burns). Cover by Jock and Chris Blythe.

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September 26, 2001. All color. Features include Judge Dredd in "Helter Skelter" part 12 (script by Garth Enniis, art by Carlos Ezquerra), Durham Red in "The Vermin Stars" part 12 (script by Dan Abnett, art by Mark Harrison), Bazai Battalion in "The Fitz" part 5 (script by John Wagner art by Ian Gibson), and Nikolai Dante in "The Romanov Empire" part 12 (script by Robbie Morrison, art by John Burns). Cover by Ben Willsher and Chris Blythe.

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Ashcan, 5.5" x 8.5", 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $2.00.

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ACTION COMICS #781 WRITTEN BY JOE KELLY; ART AND COVER BY KANO AND MARLO ALQUIZA "OUR WORLDS AT WAR," Part 20. The man of Steel is torn in many directions as Imperiex's probes continue to ravage Earth. Meanwhile, Lois and the President deal with their unearthly terrors, the MASH unit in space faces its own assault with only the injured JLA able to protect it, and two heroes sacrifice themselves as another part of Superman dies as well. For more information, see the feature article. 40 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

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Stories and art by Shannon Denton, Keith Giffen, Jose Ladronn, Andy Kuhn, Adam VanWyk, Travis Moore, Shawn McManus, Kristen Fitzner, Kyle Jolly, Patrick Coyle, Cedric Nocon, Mark Lewis, John Stinsman, and Bernie Wrightson. Cover by Shannon Denton. A plethora of comics artists, including legendary Swamp Thing creator Bernie Wrightson, contribute stories set in Shannon Denton's world of adventure, Actionopolis. Captain Task, Tachion Scout; Henrietta Hex, Paranormal Investigator; Thomas Edison, Time Traveler; Kyp Thunder, Space Cowboy; The Spirit Of Tigerfist; Dr. Good and Spaceboy: Gigantick Troubles; Robot and Me; Samurai; The Spook; Hard Drive; Dragonblood; Danger Squad; Hollow Earth; Frankenstein Pumpkinhead; Dark Roth, Science Marshall. 112 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.95.

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ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #594 WRITTEN BY JOE CASEY; ART BY MIKE WIERINGO AND LARY STUCKER, JR.; COVER BY WIERINGO AND TERRY AUSTIN "OUR WORLDS AT WAR," Part 15. Lex Luthor has given the order for Doomsday to be released from his prison on the moon. Who's crazy enough to actually do it, and how does this cost Superman an ally? And what happens when Superman finally confronts the true Imperiex? FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

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Written by Paul Jenkins. Art by Kyle Hotz. Cover by Matt Nelson. Houston we have a problem. The Agency is following a killer, a serial killer with a very famous M.O. God's Man plagued the world five years previous with his murder spree. It seems as though he's back. But how can this be when he's been locked securely away for last five years? Who's doing the killing? How do they know all the grisly details of the original murders? And how can you even think to miss out on the second exciting issue of Paul Jenkin's Agency?!? Cover price $2.50.

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1st printing. Story and art by Mark Crilley. Akiko and her crew -- Spuckler Boach, Mr. Beeba, Poog, and Gax -- have faced angers unimaginable to the average fourth-grade earthling. Now their mission is finally coming to an end. At last they've reached the castle of Alia Rellapor, but that doesn't mean that things have gotten any easier. The castle is heavily guarded by robots, and getting inside won't be easy. If they do get in, they have to locate Prince Froptoppit, free him from captivity, and escape from the castle without alerting the guards of their leader, the half man-half machine Throck. Can a girl who's too scared to be school safety leader pull it off? If anyone can, Akiko can! Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 176 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $9.95.

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2nd and later printings. Story and art by Mark Crilley. Akiko and her crew -- Spuckler Boach, Mr. Beeba, Poog, and Gax -- have faced angers unimaginable to the average fourth-grade earthling. Now their mission is finally coming to an end. At last they've reached the castle of Alia Rellapor, but that doesn't mean that things have gotten any easier. The castle is heavily guarded by robots, and getting inside won't be easy. If they do get in, they have to locate Prince Froptoppit, free him from captivity, and escape from the castle without alerting the guards of their leader, the half man-half machine Throck. Can a girl who's too scared to be school safety leader pull it off? If anyone can, Akiko can! Hardcover, 6-in. x 8-in., 176 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $9.95.

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1st printing. Story and art by Tom Galambos. This story is the quiet, simple story of Nathan, a man who is caring for his ailing mother while wrestling with his own conflicting emotions towards his friend, Jessica. This book comprises the entire six-part story, including the final two previously unpublished chapters. Full-color painted cover! Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 152 pages, B&W. Cover price $14.95.

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In this issue: Carmine Infantino talks about his life and times. Never before printed Infantino Flash and Green Lantern art. Plus: John Broome, Robert Kanigher, Joe Kubert, Frank Harry, Arthur Peddy, Nick Cardy and Gil Kane. Cover price $5.95.

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Picador USA Edition - 1st printing. By Michael Chabon. With dazzling prose and a page-turning plot, Chabon draws us into the world of 1939 New York City, where cousins Joe Kavalier and Sammy Clay are looking to make big money in America's latest novelty: comic books. While Hitler's shadow falls across Europe and the world, Joe and Sammy weave the legend of the Escapist, a hero and champion for an America on the verge of war. The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay is a stunning novel that spans continents and eras, filled with unforgettable characters and enchanting writing, a masterwork for readers new and old to discover and fall in love with all over again. Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 638 pages, Text Only. Cover price $15.00.

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AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #33 cover by j. scott campbell j. michael straczynski/ john romita jr./scott hanna The new era continues as writer J. Michael Straczynski takes the reins of Marvel's flagship title! Still reeling from the questions posed by the enigmatic Ezekiel, Peter Parker digs deeper into his roots, searching for a deeper understanding of his powers, and, ultimately, himself. Meanwhile, the morbid Morlun prepares to make his move on Spider-Man! 7-59606-04716-1-03311 Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY HOWARD CHAYKIN AND DAVID TISCHMAN. ART BY MARC LAMING AND JOHN STOKES. PAINTED COVER BY JOHN VAN FLEET. Harry Kraft trades the sticky jungles of Guatemala for the steamy sheets of Hollywood. Hired as a studio security guard, Harry saves a starlet from her rapacious costar, the Mob moves West, and and a publicity-hungry Senator uses the "Red Menace" to start an investigation that will send ripples down the Boulevard of Broken Dreams. MATURE READERS FC, 32 pgs. Cover price $2.50.

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Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Scars & Stripes!" Collects American Century (2001-2003) #1-4.

Written by Howard Chaykin and David Tischman. Art by Marc Laming and John Stokes.

Harry Block, a fighter jock, is recalled to active duty in Korea. But instead of enlisting, he hijacks a plane, reinvents himself as Harry 'Kraft,' and sets out to live a new life.

Softcover, 96 pages, full color. Mature Readers. Cover price $8.95.

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September 2001. Cover by David A Hardy. Stories: "The Precipice"(Conclusion) by Ben Bova, "The King Who Wasn't" by Lloyd Biggle, Jr., "The Upgrade" by Brian Plante, "Lost Dogs" by Christopher McKitterick, and "A Moment of Integrity" by Jeffery D. Kooistra. Science Fact article: "When Light Speed Isn't Enough: Creating Superluminal Supercomputers" by Dr. Casimer DeCusatis. Softcover, 5.25-in. x 8.25-in.; 144 newsprint pages, B&W. Cover price $3.50.

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by JOSS WHEDON, MEL RUBI, and CHRIS DREIER; cover by MEL RUBI This September, get ready for an intense and darkly romantic new Angel thriller, written by none other than series creator Joss Whedon. Angel's searching for a kidnapped child, only to stumble upon a force of unspeakable evil and unimaginable power. Acclaimed penciller Mel Rubi (Aliens vs. Predator vs. The Terminator) takes us from the darkened, mean streets of Los Angeles, to the dizzying heights of the city's skyscrapers, and face to face with some of the strangest, the most grotesque, and the most unsettlingly seductive creatures Angel has ever faced. Joss Whedon has retooled and reinvented his creation for comics and given us a story that is much too big for the small screen. If you think you know Angel, think again. On sale September 12 Cover price $2.99.

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by JOSS WHEDON, MEL RUBI, and CHRIS DREIER; cover by MEL RUBI This September, get ready for an intense and darkly romantic new Angel thriller, written by none other than series creator Joss Whedon. Angel's searching for a kidnapped child, only to stumble upon a force of unspeakable evil and unimaginable power. Acclaimed penciller Mel Rubi (Aliens vs. Predator vs. The Terminator) takes us from the darkened, mean streets of Los Angeles, to the dizzying heights of the city's skyscrapers, and face to face with some of the strangest, the most grotesque, and the most unsettlingly seductive creatures Angel has ever faced. Joss Whedon has retooled and reinvented his creation for comics and given us a story that is much too big for the small screen. If you think you know Angel, think again. On sale September 12 Cover price $2.99.

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by JOSS WHEDON, MEL RUBI, and CHRIS DREIER; cover by MEL RUBI This September, get ready for an intense and darkly romantic new Angel thriller, written by none other than series creator Joss Whedon. Angel's searching for a kidnapped child, only to stumble upon a force of unspeakable evil and unimaginable power. Acclaimed penciller Mel Rubi (Aliens vs. Predator vs. The Terminator) takes us from the darkened, mean streets of Los Angeles, to the dizzying heights of the city's skyscrapers, and face to face with some of the strangest, the most grotesque, and the most unsettlingly seductive creatures Angel has ever faced. Joss Whedon has retooled and reinvented his creation for comics and given us a story that is much too big for the small screen. If you think you know Angel, think again. On sale September 12

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First Manga anthology translated into English and published by Viz. . 7" x 10", 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.95.

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1st printing.

Story and art by Jim Toomey.

Sharks have always fascinated Jim Toomey. "I was the only one rooting for the shark in Jaws," he says. Now, Toomey's dim-witted Sherman is back with Another Day in Paradise. This fantastic collection of the popular strip takes a satirical, sea-floor look at modern culture through the eyes of Sherman, his sidekick sea turtle friend Fillmore, and schools of other coral reef critters in their remote tropical paradise.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 9-in., 128 pages, B&W. Cover price $10.95.

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by Various & Stan Goldberg. "The Shtick Is King" (written by George Gladir): You know it's gonna' be a long, hot summer when Archie needs a new gimmick to get the girls! "The No-It All" (written by Craig Boldman): Archie will go to great lengths for a date with Shelly... and even greater lengths just for the opportunity to be turned down by her! "Sound Decision" (written by Bill Golliher): Is that the sound of the cavalry coming? No, it's only Archie's new volume-blasting, ear-bursting car studio! "The Empire Builder" (written by Kathleen Webb): When Archie gets hooked on a computer simulation game, his parents wish it would simulate a desire in their son to enjoy the sunny summer outdoors! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.99.

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ARCHIE DIGEST #182 by Various The adventures of America's favorite teen continue with new stories and classic tales by various talents, including Stan Goldberg, Henry Scarpelli, and Jon D'Agostino! Digest, FC Cover price $2.19.

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Stories by Mike Curtis, Al Fago, Vince Fago, and John Jacobson. Art by Charles Ettinger, Ken Asche, Dann Phillips and Vince Fago. Cover by George Broderick. A modern revival of the classic Charlton Comics character, previously seen in Shanda Fantasy Arts Spotlight #11. When a meteor threatens the Earth, a scientist brings an Atomic Mouse comic book to life; the hero then seeks his place in the real world. 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $4.99.

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WRITTEN BY TOM PEYER; ART AND COVER BY DUSTIN NGUYEN AND RICHARD FRIEND4. Featuring an extra 8-page backup debuting THE ESTABLISHMENT, at no additional cost! Tempers flare as the New Authority face their first challenge; a threat of their own making so big, it endangers the power structure of the entire world. The New Authority has one chance to make things right, and if they don't, the people who decided to get rid of the original Authority might just decide it's time for history to repeat itself. Plus, an 8-page backup debuts THE ESTABLISHMENT, written by Ian Edington (X-Force) and illustrated by Charlie Adlard (HELLBLAZER, Nobody). FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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Kang War Part 4 of 15. "Down Among the Dead Men!" Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by Manuel Garcia. Inks by Bob Layton. Cover by Andy Kubert. In the forbidden zone of Siberia, only Thor and Firebird stand between the Presence and global disaster! As Cap, Quicksilver, and the knight have been turned into radioactive soldiers. The god of thunder is enraged over the fate of his long-time comrades! And if killing the Presence is his only option, mjolnir is ready to oblige! Meanwhile in the Middle Kingdom, Warbird proposes a one-on-one battle between the Avengers champion and the Deviants champion...for the leadership of the Deviant Army! Carol Danvers will face the nine-foot tall, purple-hued deviant called Glomm. Warbird's gambit is risky! Does she have a puncher's chance? Cameo appearances by the Scarlet Centurion, Kang, Whirlwind, Bulldozer, Wonder Man, Starlight, Steel Guardian, Duane Freeman, and Valerie Cooper. Avengers Lineup: Hercules, Jack of Hearts, Scarlet Witch, Stingray in Canada; Black Knight, Captain America, Firebird, Quicksilver, and Thor in Russia; Black Widow, She-Hulk, Silverclaw, Vision, and Warbird in China; Wasp, Goliath, and Triathlon in New York. 32 pages. Cover price $2.25.

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AZRAEL: AGENT OF THE BAT #80 WRITTEN BY DENNIS O'NEIL; ART BY SERGIO CARIELLO AND JAMES PASCOE; Scott McDaniel (BATMAN) makes his debut as new cover penciller! A criminal posing as Azrael has left a strangely easy trail for Jean Paul to follow. Will our hero have an unexpectedly easy time this issue, or is he walking into an ingenious trap? FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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BATGIRL #18 WRITTEN BY KELLEY PUCKETT; ART AND COVER BY DAMION SCOTT AND ROBERT CAMPANELLA In stores July 4. Batgirl and Robin combine forces to stop a trigger-happy drug cartel. But what started as a simple stakeout turns into a high-octane shootout with a new super-villain called Deadeye! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY ED BRUBAKER; ART BY SCOTT MCDANIEL AND KARL STORY; COVER BY MCDANIEL "OUR WORLDS AT WAR," Part 22. An "Our Worlds at War" tie-in! As Batman hunts for the mysterious Zeiss, a new presence in Gotham City lurks in the shadows: an alien. Hunted by the government, the sole survivor of a crashed spaceship from the War seeks sanctuary ? but how will the Dark Knight react to it? 40 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.25.

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WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON AND MARK SCHULTZ. ART BY DICK GIRODANO AND CLAUDIO CASTELLINI. COVER BY BRIAN BOLLAND. What's it like to be a small-time hood in Gotham City, with the spectre of the Batman haunting every street corner, alleyway and rooftop in the city? Follow a mook named Titus as his truck-jacking scheme is unhinged by "The Factor of Fear" ? by guest writer Chuck Dixon (NIGHTWING, ROBIN) and guest artist Dick Giordano (BATMAN: HOLLYWOOD KNIGHT). Plus, a black-and-white backup "The Call," written by Mark Schultz (SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL) and illustrated by Claudio Castellini (DC VS. MARVEL).FC, 40 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY JIM APARO AND JOHN CEBOLLERO; COVER BY CEBOLLERO. The conclusion to the 4-part "The Demon Laughs." The Joker is dead ? and we're not joking! But there's one chance to revive him: a bath in the Lazarus Pit! Will Batman dump his greatest nemesis into the pit and give new life to the Clown Prince of Crime? FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.25.

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2nd and later printings. Batman Adventures (1992-1995 1st Series) #7-12. Written by Kelley Puckett. Art by Mike Parobeck and Rick Burchett. Utilizing a straightforward writing style and clean artistic design, this trade paperback presents Batman in battle with some of his most classic yet dangerous foes. Based on the highly popular animated Batman series, these tales provide gainful insight to the characters that make up the Dark Knight's rogues gallery. As Batman and Batgirl go up against Harley Quinn, the Riddler, Poison Ivy, Clayface, and Killer Croc, fascinating background information about these characters is revealed creating a greater understanding of their life choices and motivations. Softcover, 132 pages, full color. Cover price $7.95.

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1st printing.

By Will Brooker.

A work of scholarship and a labor of love.

A historical, detailed, deep analysis of Batman as a cultural icon in America. This isn't a simple polemic or surface-shallow analysis. This is deep stuff-analyzing art styles, histories, individual panels, cultural concepts, and historical documents. plenty of startling revelations and analyses This is a stunningly well-done, intelligent book. It's proof that comics are not throwaway ephemera, but real, vital, analyzable parts of our culture.

Over the sixty years of his existence, Batman has encountered an impressive array of cultural icons and has gradually become one himself. This fascinating book examines what Batman means and has meant to the various audiences, groups and communities who have tried to control and interpret him over the decades. Brooker reveals the struggles over Batman's meaning by shining a light on the cultural issues of the day that impacted on the development of the character. They include: patriotic propaganda of the Second World War; the accusation that Batman was corrupting the youth of America by appearing to promote a homosexual lifestyle to the fans of his comics; Batman becoming a camp, pop culture icon through the ABC TV series of the sixties; fans' interpretation of Batman in response to the comics and the Warner Bros. franchise of films.

Softcover, 368 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $19.95.

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Written by Robert Kirkman. Art by Terry Stevens and Robert Kirkman. Cover by Terry Stevens. Taking place before the initial Battle Pope mini-series, this prequel deals with Saint Michael's adventures before his defeat at the hands of Lucifer. It's the end of the world, and as a result of God's abandonment, all Hell breaks loose on Earth! God, feeling sorry for the humans that He has condemned, sends the wizened general of His army, Saint Michael, to act as guardian for all of humanity. The only problem is that Michael knows next to nothing about humans, and is far too headstrong to ever ask questions. Hilarity ensues as St. Mike screws up time after time, but he means well and that's got to count for something...right? 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

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BAY CITY JIVE #3 WRITTEN BY JOHN LAYMAN; ART AND COVER BY JASON JOHNSON AND SEAN PARSONS In stores July 11. Ain't nothin' what it seems in the double-crossin' climax of WildStorm's free-wheeling '70s-cop comedy/adventure. Four mystical statues have fallen into the possession of a madman with plans to create Hell on Earth. To stop him, Sugah Rollins has to team up with the crotchety cop who's been making his life a living hell. Time is running out, a biker gang and an army of karate assassins stand in their way, and it's turned out that Sugah's closest ally is a traitor. All this, plus the requisite damsel in distress, weird science gone awry, and a wild high-speed chase through the streets of San Francisco! FC, 32 PG. (3 OF 3) Cover price $2.95.

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BETTY & VERONICA DIGEST #122 by Various Bright and brassy, bold and beautiful, blonde and brunette ? teen dream queens Betty & Veronica romp through this collection of new stories and classic tales! Digest, FC Cover price $3.29.

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WRITTEN BY CHUCK DIXON; ART BY BUTCH GUICE; COVER BY PHIL NOTO. Things are really heating up between Black Canary and Ra's Al Ghul! Hot, as in Lazarus Pit, that is! For what good's a bride if she's a mere mortal? Meanwhile, Talia's getting pretty steamed about these developments herself, and Oracle starts assembling a team to get Canary out of her truly ludicrous predicament! FC, 32 PG. Cover price $2.50.

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BLACK PANTHER #34 cover by sal velluto & bob almond christopher priest/j. calafiore/john livesay What is the Man-Ape's plan for T'Challa? And why is Everett K. Ross paid a pleasant visit by Henry Peter Gyrich? "Mixing super-heroism with political high adventure and a dash of the Marvel Universe gives readers the comic book equivalent of a Tom Clancy novel." -Comics Buyer's Guide 7-59606-03876-3-03411 Cover price $2.50.

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By Chynna Clugston-Major. The final issue of the second series! Nominated for two Harvey awards, Chynna Clugston-Major is indie comics' brightest hope, and Blue Monday the series is too cool to be certified! Bleu thought that she'd overcome the humiliation of being the Traci Lords of her high school by taking advantage of Alan's crush and stealing back the illicit videotape of her bathing...but things haven't been going right. The giant, talking Otter spirit that has been following her around like some deranged version of a Jimmy Stewart movie has made her think that maybe she's going crazy, and when the dang thing follows her out on her and Alan's date to a Marilyn Monroe film fest, it all starts to go downhill. Which is all too good news for Victor, who is waiting in the wings for when Alan screws up. See the conclusion of the latest story arc in comics' most hilarious teen comedy, Blue Monday! 32 pages, B&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $2.95.

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The Bone cousins, along with Thorn and Gran'ma, are whisked away to a strange rooftop eatery (where Smiley doesn't like the weird cuisine very much!). There they have their first encounter with a shadowy underground movement working for the return of the Queen... Part Two of the final trilogy begins! Sweeeeeet! b&w, 24pg Cover price $2.95.

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Bearing Our Losses - By Donna Barr. An American sergeant and a German lieutenant have been turned into "horses." Now that they're animals, they can be shipped to the frontier, where they will ride in a government campaign against the stubborn and independent natives. Nobody ever intended that this many people and ponies should die. 8-in. x 10 1/2-in., 64 pages, B&W. Cover price $6.00.

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Cover by Bill Sienkiewicz. X/Essad Ribic/Kent Williams. A new message from X: "Genetic testing in schools to ferret out those young men and women who may be mutants? This will prove to be your greatest mistake. Already, you have pushed one more to us. His powers have manifested - and he will return your prejudice in kind. You have been warned. To the demagogue Ludlum: continue to spew your racist rhetoric at your own risk. For every word you utter, we will take action. For every anti-mutant phrase that you speak, another human will pay the ultimate price." NOTE: X, the writer for this series, is actually Howard Mackie. Cover price $2.25.

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False Memories: Part 3 of 4 - Created by Joss Whedon. Written by Tom Fassbender and Jim Pascoe. Art by Cliff Richards and Joe Pimentel. Cover by Cliff Richards. While Buffy looks for clues to find her sister, Harmony hatches another lame plan to cause trouble and ends up distracting everyone from the search. Meanwhile, insane vampire monks, who all know the terrible truth concerning Dawn's past, hold her captive. If that isn't enough, there's a former Slayer turned vampire in town, and Buffy's at the top of her hit-list. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.99.

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False Memories: Part 3 of 4 - Created by Joss Whedon. Written by Tom Fassbender and Jim Pascoe. Art by Cliff Richards and Joe Pimentel. While Buffy looks for clues to find her sister, Harmony hatches another lame plan to cause trouble and ends up distracting everyone from the search. Meanwhile, insane vampire monks, who all know the terrible truth concerning Dawn's past, hold her captive. If that isn't enough, there's a former Slayer turned vampire in town, and Buffy's at the top of her hit-list. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.99.