If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. As time passes, names for past eras are established. Just try and avoid books where he only makes a cameo. What story is the best telling of supermans origin. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs.
Secret identity is a 2004 elseworld story based on the idea behind superboyprime from crisis on infinite earths, but executed as a standalone noncanonical story without ties to the larger dc universe on an earth much like our own, where superheroes dont exist but superman comics do, mr. As of 1978, superman or his earth father dreamed up the emblem as part of the superboy disguise. Join our subscription service and never miss a single issue. Geoff johns is an awardwinning writer and one of the most popular contemporary comic book writers today. Its timeless, it captures the core of the character, and it is fun. You all picked out your 75 favorites and put them in order. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. The archie digest library laugh digest magazine no. The series was written by geoff johns and illustrated by gary frank, featuring the superhero superman. Blue or secret identity, but it does explore the human side of clark kent without leaning on the superman crutch.
Im probably among the biggest superman buffs out there. From his blue uniform to his flowing red cape to the s shield on his chest, superman is one of the most immediately recognizable and beloved dc super heroes of all time. Some of these periods are defined by the size and format of the comics, while others reflect a shift in storytelling or marketing approaches. Comic s buyer has secret identity and would rather remain that way there are thought to be 50 to 100 copies of action comics. Get the best deals on superman comic book collections when you. This item is in the category collectibles\comics\original comic art\drawings, sketches. Each retelling of superman s origin has certain elements which are better than any of the others. Comic books are now in the same realm as fine art, oneofakind jewels and antiques, said vincent zurzolo, chief operating office and coowner of comic connect. Each retelling of supermans origin has certain elements which are better than any of the others.
Currently, any and all superman topics that dont fit anywhere else are covered here. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. After being hidden away for years, a copy of the original action comics no. Secret origin 20092010 was a sixissue retelling of supermans origin as presented as canonical in the postinfinite crisis dcu written by geoff johns and drawn by gary frank. Marvel, dc, dark horse, image and dozens of hard to find smallpress comics. All we can say is top secret and introduce you to military intelligence officer malcolm. Want to make sure you get the newest, hottest books. See more ideas about superman comic, comics and superman. Best of superman from graphic novels to nonfiction to paperbacks to childrens books, superman is everywhere, and deserves his own best of list.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Unrestored copy of first superman comic book for sale. Secret origin last edited by pikahyper on 120419 03. Get the best deals on superman comic book collections when you shop the largest online selection at. Birthright, its only real differences are that secret origin fits in with the johns run of action comics, the new krypton storylines and adventure comics. Giant silver age dc comic book, featuring secret origins of justice league, jla, aquaman, robin, atom, superman. In honor of supermans 75th anniversary, we put together a list of 100 nominees for the greatest superman stories of alltime. The first adaptation of superman beyond comic books was a radio show, the adventures of superman, which ran from 1940 to 1951 for 2,088 episodes, most of which were aimed at children.
Comics buyer has secret identity and would rather remain that way there are thought to. With a new year arrives another wave of television series based on comic books, with no fewer than eight returning adaptations joined by seven new shows, across broadcast, cable and streaming services thats to say nothing of those series like arrow, the walking dead, the gifted, riverdale and runaways, most of which are merely taking a traditional midseason hiatus before. Kent decide to name their newborn boy clark, as a homage to the fictional superhero. Secret origin is a sixissue retelling of clark kents history from smallville to metropolis, told by the allstar team of geoff johns and gary frank. This is one of the best superman stories ever by any standard.
Writer geoff johns and artist gary frank bring you a startling new look at the beginnings of lex luthor, the legion of superheroes, lois lane, metallo, jimmy olsen, the parasite and more of your favorite characters from the superman family in this new trade paperback collecting the acclaimed sixissue miniseries. Modern age 1992now bronze age 197083 silver age 195669 copper age 19841991 graphic novels, tpbs. The history of the comicbook superheros creation seven decades ago has been hidden awayuntil now. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Mini comic, secret origins dc mini comics, superman. The animated series, and smallville all gave the s kryptonian roots. Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive the man of steel fights a neverending battle for truth, justice, and the american way. Here is the master list of your top 75 greatest superman stories of alltime. The follow through did go in a different direction and it isnt nearly as melancholy as spiderman. Its timeless, it captures the core of the character, and it. Secret identity is a 2004 elseworld story based on the idea behind superboyprime from crisis on infinite earths, but executed as a standalone noncanonical story without ties to the larger dc universe.
The story featured the definitive origin of superman for the modern, post infinite crisis dc universe continuity, starting with clark. Secret origins is the title of several comic book series published by dc comics which featured the origin stories of the publishers various characters. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and. The doomsday showdown demonstrated the need to reignite interest in a superman. The episodes were initially 15 minutes long, but after 1949 they were lengthened to 30 minutes.
He was killed because his character was getting boring and d. The story featured the definitive origin of superman for the modern, postinfinite crisis dc universe continuity, starting with clark kent in his preteens as superboy. This was one of the most soughtafter books from rai, one of the most famous characters of the decade, and a strong contender for the ten most important comic books of the decade. Writer geoff johns and artist gary frank bring you a startling new look at the beginnings of lex luthor, the legion of superheroes, lois lane, metallo, jimmy olsen, the parasite and more of your favorite characters from the superman family in this new trade paperback collecting the. A reddit for fans of comic books, graphic novels, and digital comics. Even more so than the great curt swan, john byrne drew the. Large lot of vintage superman shazam dc comic books fbc26. My version of superman is a mix of silver age stories, byrnes reboot after crists, and superman i and ii. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows superman was born on the planet krypton and was given. The seller is comicmom and is located in san jose, california. Whos who in the superman comics 1950s 1980s information on characters and places introduced in the superman comic books during the 1950s and up to the revamp in 1986. During his long tenure at dc comics, geoff johns has made a habit out of revamping characters for a new generation.
Old superman comic books for sale every year since we opened in 2000, superman has been on our top seller list. Feb 26, 2009 after being hidden away for years, a copy of the original action comics no. Interviews read our question and answer sessions with superman comic book writers and artists. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. Much like the last origin retelling tale, superman. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. And, thankfully, it doesnt waste space with the origin story. Superman was an unabashed intimidator you could cheer for, a figure of hope when many americans felt hopeless. Secret origin was a sixissue monthly american comic book limited series published by dc comics. Comic books are commonly categorized by the period in which they were produced. Readers found in superman a hero who represented truth, justice, and the american way, and his colorful escapades, told in the vibrant new medium of comic books, captured their imaginations. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. If youre looking to remain unspoiled, time to get up, up and away. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939.
For readers who buy superman comic books, our selection is big. The 75 greatest superman stories of alltime master list cbr. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Wish theyd reprint the original 8page superboy prime origin story from dc comics presents in a new edition of it though. Determining the value of a comic book is not always easy, as the factors that influence it are subjective and liable to change. Apr 20, 20 in honor of superman s 75th anniversary, we put together a list of 100 nominees for the greatest superman stories of alltime. Comic books are popular collectibles that hold the potential to become valuable over time.
John byrnes classic man of steel miniseries, which debuted right after crisis on infinite earths ended, was the definitive and highly original reimagining of the superman character for a new age of dc comics, superman fans, and readers. Browse the latest deals and special offers on digital comics and graphic novels from marvel, dc comics, dark horse. The comic books had never made a connection between the s emblem and krypton. Hot on the heels of their acclaimed run on action comics, superstars geoff johns and gary frank reunite to present a 6issue event that spells out the definitive origin of superman for the 21st century and it all starts with a gigantic 48page issue. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Though she was created to prevent another company from using the name spiderwoman as a reaction to marvels spiderman, jessica drew, a. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author.
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