Superman is a fictional character, a comic book superhero appearing in. 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. Best of superman from graphic novels to nonfiction to paperbacks to childrens books, superman is everywhere, and deserves his own best of list. Your old comic books have value in case you didnt know. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. Earth one was the inaugural title of the new, ongoing graphic novel series earth one. One supermanbatman story arc would also qualify for this section.
When he sheds his identity of clark kent, he becomes superman. Named after the fictional superman, he mysteriously gains superpowers and starts a secret superhero career based on his namesake. As superman and doomsday pummel each other, hey strike each other with so much force that the shockwaves from their punches shatter windows. Clark kent is discovered missing in the wake of superman s tragic battle with doomsday while, in the man of steels absence, supergirl moves to take up his position as guardian of metropolis. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. If you are in the market to buy or sell a death of superman trade paperback comic book, make sure you know which version you have. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. Secretly disguised as united states president calvin ellis, kalel helps to maintain world peace as superman, and in the process has inspired a generation of young black super heroes. An unstoppable force named doomsday crash landed on earth and has cut a swath of death and.
Baby kalel crashes onto earth, where he is discovered by thomas and. The story followed events that first took place during the the death and return of superman storyline, and was followedup by the storyarc funeral for a friend a. So with that said i really enjoy superman earth one. It is the first installment of dcs earth one line, an ultimate universe of sorts where the dc universes most iconic characters are reimagined for the modern era. Market superheroes always fall to earth in the end death of. The fighting game builds on the first entrys story of a universe in which superman goes crazy and decides that the only way to ensure peace is to conquer the world and terrify humanity into getting along. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. The death of superman 1993 daily planet 1st edition dc comics. I recently did a ebay search and found that some comic books are going for hundreds to thousands of dollars.
Excellent, likenew condition no tears, creases, or marks. At earths end is an elseworlds oneshot from 1995, written by tom veitch and drawn by frank gomez its the 22nd century. Gods among us by developer netherrealm studios mortal kombat, is due out on may 16 for playstation 4 and xbox one. If you want to sell them, take the time to track down a copy of the current wizard magazine possibly at your local public library. The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman.
Jms who wrote one of my favorite runs and favorite spiderman story of all time. In the back of the magazine, they have current valuations for most major comic books. See more ideas about comic books, superman comic, comic book covers. Earth one brings a staggering new take on the worlds most popular super hero. Superman is a superhero created by jerry siegel and joe shuster who appears in american comic books published by dc comics. Then add in any guest appearance and team appearance books. Excellent likenew condition this item is shipped usps mail. Superman was created by american writer jerry siegel and canadianborn american artist joe shuster in 1933. Grumpy old fan in 1993, the superman books made it reign. Batmansuperman comic books 202016 supermanwonder woman comic books 202016 earth 2. Just try and avoid books where he only makes a cameo.
Clicking a text link or image marked check live prices will take you to ebay. Unless that happened in the 60s, after i had stopped reading comic books. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Superman inflates himself to massive size with gases while constructing an exact replica of earth for a company of stranded astronauts. Death of superman superman dc comics comic april 14, 1993.
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. The death of superman 1993 comic read the death of. Justice league europe 1989 1993 digital comics comics by comixology spinning out of the pages of justice league of america 19871996 comes the justice league of europe. Billy was able to fool the populace of earth into believing he was superman. Except from lois, of course, which i think is the greatest deviation from the comic books. Secret identity from 2004, kurt busiek and stuart immonen tell the story of clark kent, who grows up in a world where superheroes only exist in comic books. Clark kent is discovered missing in the wake of supermans tragic battle with doomsday while, in the man of steels absence, supergirl moves to take up his position as guardian of metropolis. Sep 26, 20 those four and a half months may not seem like much, but they saw 20 issues of the four regular superman books including action comics and superman. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price.
The death of superman 1993 daily planet 1st edition dc comics softcoverpaperback. Since his debut, superman has been a cultural icon in the united states. A group of emotionless, logical cyborgs named the biomech sevens are overseeing earths return to greatness. In the cw arrowverse tv series crossover crisis on infinite earths, on earth. The adventures of superman comic book dc comics no. From marvel to superman, here are the five fascinating comic. We use ebay to provide references to live prices of comic books.
Browse the massive database of comic books, characters and creators on the league of comic geeks. The man of steel comic books featured stores intertwined with those in these other. The most recent superman series, this title continues to bring readers the adventures of the worlds bestknown superhero. These intertwine with the stories contained in superman 2nd series, action comics, and adventures of superman. The first volume was published in the us in 2010 by dc comics, and in the uk in 2011 by titan books. The death of superman is a comic book storyline culminating in superman vol. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. For accuracy almost every entry is based upon actually looking in the issue, and not memory or another source. Michael straczynski and illustrated by shane davis. Justice league europe 19891993 justice league, comic. Below are the most valuable comic books published since 1992. This take on superman is the best ive seen where superman doesnt feel human. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. Very fine the worlds most famous superhero succumbs to the injuries inflicted by doomsday.
Back from the dead the man of steel fights for his life. Kalel on the planet krypton, before being rocketed to earth as an infant by his scientist. Superman has often supported 3 regular ongoings and any number of mini series or special issues. Jan 17, 2020 from marvel to superman and spiderman, comic books and graphic novels have turned out to be some of the best movie adaptations for entertainment and loved by people across the globe. Earth has passed through two apocalypses one occurring in the predecessor, kamandi. 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. Earth one is a 2010 graphic novel from dc written by j.
Superman the man of steel volume 1 june 1993 dc comics diecut variant. 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. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice. It is a really interesting take on superman from one of my favorite comic book writers.
Brace yourself for outstanding action and an intense storyline as. Society comic books 20152016 doomed comic books 20152016 superboy and teen titans comic books and related specials 20112014 supergirl comic books and related specials 20112015 justice league comic books and related specials 20112016. From marvel to superman, here are the five fascinating. Deep discount graphic novels, earth one dc gn series, alternate reality, superman published oct 2012 by dc. It is the first installment of dcs earth one line, an ultimate universe of sorts where the dc universes most iconic characters are reimagined for the modern era the story focuses on a 21yearold clark kent that moves to the big city of metropolis per the. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. Guide fan award for favorite original graphic novel or album for 1993. Featuring the same tongueincheek humor of its parent series, the european leaguers battle threats great and smallfrom super villains to super team squabbles. Those four and a half months may not seem like much, but they saw 20 issues of the four regular superman books including action comics and superman. Earth one is a series of graphic novels written by j.
The death of the superman was a multipart storyline published in alternating superman titles from decemberjanuary of 1992 1993, and one issue of justice league america in december, 1992. 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 any. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. When jorel and lara of the dying planet krypton sent their son, kalel, to earth, he not only would grow up to become earth23s greatest hero, hed become one of the worlds political leaders, as well. Superman was created by american writer jerry siegel and canadianborn american artist joe shuster in. Mxyzptlk reveals his disguise and demonstrates his powers on superman, turning him old, fat, stupid in which he looks like alfred e.
Secretly disguised as united states president calvin ellis, kalel helps to maintain world peace as superman, and in the process has inspired a generation of young black super heroes to. More 1shots the earths environment is in a sorry state. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any. Superman 75 here lies earth greatest hero jan 1993. In the comic books superman didnt reveal his secret identity to lois, nor did they get married.
Batman superman comic books 202016 superman wonder woman comic books 202016 earth 2. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. From marvel to superman and spiderman, comic books and graphic novels have turned out to be some of the best movie adaptations for entertainment and loved by people across the globe. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. At comic coverage youll see evil superman and the superman flag. The comic book is based on the concept of an amalgamation of superman and batman. Brace yourself for outstanding action and an intense storyline as you read about the man of steels origins. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993.
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