Author: Jacek Perzynski Publisher: Winged Hussar Publishing ISBN: 1945430893 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 141
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This is the story of a man who was the original prototype of Superman presented against the background of Jewish history and its impact on the Superman culture. It tells the story of Zishe Breitbart who in many respects could have served as a role model for Superman – including his nickname “Superman of the Ages”. He was born in Tsarist Russian (Poland) in the 1880’s and died in Poland in the 1920’s but in between he developed the reputation as “the Strongest Man in the World.” He was also one of the first entertainers to exploit the fitness market. A true story of an exceptions individual. It has been translated from Polish and uses illutrations from the Breitbart family
Author: Tom King Publisher: DC Comics ISBN: 1779506503 Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 178
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The all-star creative team of writer Tom King and artist Andy Kubert answer the question: How far across the galaxy will Superman go to bring a single child home? Aliens have kidnapped a young girl from Metropolis. With each stop along the path, the Man of Steel faces new mysteries and new challenges. Is he getting closer to rescuing the girl, or further away? And who is protecting Metropolis in his absence? Collects Superman: Up in the Sky #1-6.
Author: Glen Weldon Publisher: Wiley ISBN: 9781118341841 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 352
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A celebration of Superman's life and history—in time for his 75th birthday How has the Big Blue Boy Scout stayed so popular for so long? How has he changed with the times, and what essential aspects of him have remained constant? This fascinating biography examines Superman as a cultural phenomenon through 75 years of action-packed adventures, from his early years as a social activist in circus tights to his growth into the internationally renowned demigod he is today. Chronicles the ever-evolving Man of Steel and his world—not just the men and women behind the comics, movies and shows, but his continually shifting origin story, burgeoning powers, and the colorful cast of trusted friends and deadly villains that surround him Places every iteration of the Man of Steel into the character's greater, decades-long story: From Bud Collyer to Henry Cavill, World War II propagandist to peanut butter pitchman, Super Pup to Super Friends, comic strip to Broadway musical, Lori Lemaris to Lois & Clark—it's all here Affectionate, in-depth analyses of the hero's most beloved adventures, in and out of the comics—his most iconic Golden Age tales, goofiest Silver Age exploits, and the contemporary film, television, and comics stories that keep him alive today Written by NPR book critic, blogger, and resident comic book expert, Glen Weldon
Author: Jeph Loeb Publisher: National Geographic Books ISBN: 1401295088 Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 0
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For the Man of Tomorrow, the turn of the century has come to Metropolis and Brainiac has arrived to ring in the New Year. So begins an all-out assault on the City of Tomorrow with the very soul of Metropolis and its protector in the balance. Superman must team up with Green Arrow, Steel, and Red Tornado in order to stop the diabolical machinations of both Brainiac 13 and Lex Luthor. Metropolis will never be the same! This volume also includes the first appearance of Imperiex, the embodiment of entropy that will soon bring war and death to Earth in the cataclysmic event known as Our World at War. An array of creative talent, including Joe Kelly (Action Comics, JLA), Jeph Loeb (Batman: Long Halloween, Superman), Mark Millar (The Authority, Kick-Ass), and others bring the future to the present! Collecting Action Comics #760-763, Adventures of Superman #573-576, Superman #151-154, Superman: The Man of Steel #95-98, and Superman: Y2K.
Author: Frank Miller Publisher: DC Black Label ISBN: 177950392X Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 84
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The deluxe edition of Frank Miller’s return to the Dark Knight Universe! It’s been three years since the events of Dark Knight III: The Master Race. Lara has spent the time learning to be more human, and Carrie Kelley has been growing into her new role as Batwoman. But a terrifying evil has returned to Gotham City, and Lara and Carrie must team up to stop this growing threat-and they have a secret weapon. Young Jonathan Kent, “the golden child,” has a power inside of him unlike anything the world has ever seen, and it’s about to be unleashed… Dark Knight Returns: The Golden Child is Frank Miller’s triumphant return to the world of the Dark Knight and joining him is the superstar artist Rafael Grampá, the mastermind behind the groundbreaking Mesmo Delivery. Following work in advertising and film, this incredible collaboration marks Grampá’s first comics work in six years, bringing his extraordinary detail and storytelling to the Dark Knight saga, resulting in a Dark Knight story like nothing you’ve ever seen before.
Author: Harry Brod Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1416595317 Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 240
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"Harry Brod situates superheroes within the course of Jewish-American history: they are aliens in a foreign land, like Superman; figures plagued by guilt for abandoning their families, like Spider-Man; and outsiders persecuted for being different, like the X-Men. Brod blends humor and sharp observation as he considers the overt and discreet Jewish characteristics of these well-known figures and explores how their creators integrated their Jewish identities and their creativity."--From publisher description.
Author: J. Michael Straczynski Publisher: DC Comics ISBN: 1401235700 Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 138
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Forget everything you know about The Man of Steel and brace yourself for a staggering new take on the world's most popular Super Hero. Best-selling, Hugo Award-winning writer J. Michael Straczynski (BRAVE AND THE BOLD, THOR, BABYLON 5) and red-hot rising star artist Shane Davis (GREEN LANTERN, SUPERMAN/BATMAN) team up for this exciting launch of the EARTH ONE graphic novel series. Set in an all-new continuity re-imagining DC's top heroes, EARTH ONE is a new wave of original, stand-alonegraphic novels produced by the top writers and artists in the industry. The groundbreaking new line rockets into effect right here with the Super Hero who started it all—Superman! What would happen if the origin of The Man of Tomorrow were introduced today for the very first time? Return to Smallville and experience the journey of Earth's favorite adopted son as he grows from boy to Superman like you've never seen before!
Author: Grant Morrison Publisher: ISBN: 9781779508133 Category : Languages : en Pages : 680
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Grant Morrison, one of the greatest storytellers of his generation, weaves the history of Clark Kent's early days in Metropolis in this Man of Steel cornerstone of the DC Universe! Collecting the entirety of Morrison's epic saga, this New 52 era Superman omnibus celebrates and explores new facets of the Superman mythos. The compelling and deliberate Superman stories in this collection showcase his quintessential character and determination in a world that doesn't know what to make of him. A milestone in The New 52, this omnibus is jam-packed with action, adventure, shocking secrets, parallel Earths, deadly encounters with the Anti-Superman Army, Brainiac, Metal-zero and so much more! Collects Action Comics #0-18 and Action Comics Annual #1
Author: John Byrne Publisher: DC Comics ISBN: 1779504926 Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 488
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Following Crisis on Infinite Earths, comic book superstar John Byrne reimagined Superman for a new era in bold tales presented in this new collection! Starting with the six-issue Man of Steel miniseries, Byrne fundamentally changed Superman’s origins and propelled him into the present, including iconic encounters with Lex Luthor, Metallo, and Darkseid! This title collects The Man of Steel #1-6, Superman #1-4, Adventures of Superman #424-428, and Action Comics #584-587.
Author: Frank Miller Publisher: DC Black Label ISBN: Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 68
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It’s the jaw-dropping conclusion to Frank Miller and John Romita Jr.’s blockbuster reimagining of Superman’s origin! In this final chapter, Clark Kent arrives in Metropolis, the city where he will fulfill his heroic destiny. Witness the first meeting between Superman and Lois Lane, the beginnings of Clark Kent’s career at the Daily Planet, and the birth of his rivalry with Lex Luthor. But when The Joker arrives on the scene, the Man of Steel must enlist the help of his two strange new friends: Wonder Woman and Batman!
Author: Jacek Perzynski
Author: Tom King
Author: Glen Weldon
Author: Jeph Loeb
Author: Frank Miller
Author: Harry Brod
Author: J. Michael Straczynski
Author: Grant Morrison
Author: John Byrne
Author: Frank Miller