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. To write a story and not just a one issue fake out, or an imaginary tale where superman actual. Once a chicago based humor publications was interested in publishing superman. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and. Ongoing titles featuring superman in a starring roleedit. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Make offer vintage comic book lotthe eternals, superman s pal jimmy olson, shazam, others. List of important comics from the 1990s rare comics.
Almost any early superman comic book has value if its in reasonable condition. Superman comics index 19862011 introduction here is a listing of the regular superman titles since the john byrne 1986 miniseries man of steel up until the postflashpoint relaunch in 2011. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. In 1990 ernst gerber published the photojournal guide to comic books. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. This page is dedicated to providing examples of the work of the various artists who drew superman in the days before dc began adding credits to stories. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. We continue with 1993s polybagged and peelaway cover of adventures. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. Superman is an iconic super hero, and his comic books are some of the most valuable you can find on the collectors market. Why is the death of superman such an important comic. See also list of years in comics events year overall. The better the condition, the more the book can be worth to collectors who want.
Biographical information is provided for the most part courtesy of jerry bails whos who in american comic books. The 10 most valuable comic books in the world today. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Spiderman home spiderman comic books spiderman trade paperbacks spiderman other merchandise spiderman comics and comic book series. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
This is a publishers proof of two pages from the photojournal guide to comic books, 1990, signed and numbered lower right from a limited edition. A maniacal beast has risen from the earth, a creature called doomsday. 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. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Superman is a fictional character, a comic book superhero appearing in publications by dc comics, widely considered to be an american cultural icon. Created by american writer jerry siegel and canadianborn american artist joe shuster in 1932 while both were living in cleveland. Jerry and joe made a story, but at the last minute the publisher stopped doing comic books. For accuracy almost every entry is based upon actually looking in the issue, and not memory or another source. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The death of superman 1992 and return of superman 1993 sets feature artwork from the iconic comic book story arc while the man of steel platinum, a set of. Ive also posted more lists of key comic books by year including other decades. Here is an archive of all the comics featured so far.
Until you earn points all your submissions need to be vetted by other comic vine users. Joe and jerry first tried to sell the superman in 1933. The item youve selected was not added to your cart. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest online selection at. Get the best deals on superman comic book collections when you shop the largest online selection at. It is my intention to include examples of the work of everyone who worked on the superman strip before the year 1970. The administrator of this site cannot be held responsible for what its users post, or any other actions of its users.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Superman 75 the death of superman, volume 2 comics 1993. Superman was has been, and hopefully will continue to be, one of the cornerstones of the comic book industry. What made the death of superman promotion so much different than all the rest of the specious comics marketing schemes cooked up during the early 1990s was that it was aimed at the general public. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books. They created a few different comic strip formats of superman. Reign of the supermen things are booming in coast city. Superman comic books comics index lists this section contains a partial index of superman comics prior to 1986, a complete index of superman comics since 1986, lists of all. Comic books are popular collectibles that hold the potential to become valuable over time. When i got the opportunity to get it again i bought it at a fair price and got it in excellent condition and very fast. For example, with no more than 100 copies left in the world, a nearmint copy of action comics no. In this column, mark ginocchio from chasing amazing takes a look at the gimmick covers from the 1990s and gives his take on whether the comic in question was just a gimmick or whether the comic within the gimmick cover was good. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Supergirl ran from november 1972 through septemberoctober 1974 with 10.
The man of steel, action comics, and justice league of america introduces an unstoppable alien named doomsday who creates a path of destruction on his way to the heart of metropolis and whom superman must stop at. Get the best deals on silver age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero. One of the temptations for a character like superman is to make him seem more and more powerful, with each new feat outdoing the last. Maggin began his long association with the title with the story must there be a superman. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman.
You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman. Details about lot of 6 superman comic books 1993,1997. With that caveat stated, without further ado, here is a list of 50 important comics from the 1990s. Superman collectibles, comics, figures, cards, more. Select a title to see the individual issues we have instock. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Get the best deal for superman comic book american comics. It was in a condition you rarely find vintage superman comic books and sold for an amount that far exceeds most others sold within the last year.
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