Clark kent synopsis superman bids farewell to clark kent, whos striking out on his own. Video transcriptan extremely rare superman comic book has sold for a record price. After all, he may be one of the most popular character or story to ever come out of comic books, but without the. At the end of this episode the elsewhere in dc comics segment will explore the other dc titles which carried the october or octobernovember 1964 cover date. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. All prints are shipped flat in a sturdy envelope, with a. Later, morgan edge introduces clark to his new coanchor. Job number s2184 genre superhero characters superman. Feb 16, 2021 posted by dan greenfield on feb 16, 2021 15 comments. May 10, 2018 the superman comics series would run for hundreds of issues, but only two or three ashcan copies of superman comics exist. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. The comic that had been titled superman 1939 series for 423 issues. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. This issue contains the hostess superhero ad, wonder woman in cooky.
Superman returns in all his glory in this very special issue that sees the man of steel back to full power as he faces his greatest enemy and also comes face to face with the preflashpoint kalel. Thirteen annuals have also been published between 1987 and 2011 19871997 and 20072011. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. Across decades of superman comics and adaptations into other media, lana has most consistently been. It will be complete and readable, but will show significant wear. Check out which comic book heroe made it to number 1. Superman made it all the way to number 1 on igns top 100 comic book heroes.
Approved by the comics code authority indicia colophon publisher. Last issue, metallo had struck superman down, and now in true. Since ashcan comic books were handdrawn, unfinished versions of early comic books for legal purposes they were supposed to be thrown out in the ashcan. While batman came shortly after that, and he has become arguably the most popular hero in dc, superman still stands at the top of the hill as the worlds greatest hero. Rare comic book that introduced superman to the world sells. The greatest superman story ever told table of contents. Dc publishorial the greatest superman story ever told 1 page text piece by jenette kahn. After the overwhelming success of the man of steel in action comics, dc wisely gave superman his own title. The audit bureau of circulation files reveal that there were three printings of this issue in 1939 500,000 copies, 250,000 copies, and 150,000 copies. With the arrival of the new 52 in 2011, dc comics put a close to over two decades worth of continuity. Ceaselessly collectible, the first 100 issues are the most coveted and valuable. He rifles through kordas office and finds some interesting books.
Adventures of superman comic books for sale online. Ongoing titles featuring superman in a starring role action comics. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. 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. Superman reading order postcrisis comics back issues. It contained 32 pages for the cover price of 12 the editor was mort weisinger, and the cover was pencilled by curt swan, inked by george klein and lettered by ira schnapp. Superman s best artists are able to invoke plenty of emotions with their work. This continues right from last issue, with metallo gloating about how he beat superman.
Superman comic books 1993, vintage comic book, superhero comic book, back from the dead faithfullyvintagemn. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. Near mint comics are comics that have no creases or fading. Marvel at the reason why there never was a supermanstar trek. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Superman s evidently too good a character to not reimagine as evil, over and over again until the death of our yellow sun. Lana lang is a fictional supporting character appearing in american comic books published by. Comic books, especially superhero comics like superman, are often dismissed as wishfulfillment fantasies. One of the few copies of the comic book that introduced superman to the world has sold for a supersized, recordsetting price. What was known as the postcrisis era was laid to rest, with those stories getting a clear beginning and end.
Oct 10, 2020 the man of steel, superman was one of the first superheroes introduced to the world. At last, its the meeting of the supermen youve been waiting for. This week, comic book legends revealed goes where no comic book. Oct 25, 2019 these include a surprising number of dc characters, who cant get enough of the good guy turned bad, but also pastiches and copycats from other comics companies. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with coverdate june 1939. Superman was the title of the monthly comic book featuring superman. 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. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. On the contrary, ive repeatedly argued that the best comic book tales show real merits, such as superb plotting, imaginative science fiction ideas, poetic moods, social commentary and beautiful art. Action comics 314, 317, 318, 319 196364 jla justice league of. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Huge, huge, huge news for longtime fans of both movies weve had batman 66 and wonder woman 77 and now dc is finally giving fans what theyve waited decades for official comics with new stories based in the worlds of the 1978 richard donnerchristopher reeve superman movie and the 1989 tim burtonmichael keaton batman.
Action comics 317, october 1964, was published around august 27, 1964 which was my parents fifth anniversary. Aug 25, 2014 about 100 to 150 copies are believed to exist, only a handful of them in top condition. All prints are shipped flat in a sturdy envelope, with a stiff backing to prevent bending during shipment. Heres one of my absolute favorites, a neal adams superman cover, from the fantastic bronze age. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle. Scans have been provided for a visual condition of this item. Vintage dc comics superman vol 39 no 317 november 1977 by alwaysplanbvintage on etsy superman comic. Gaines told siegel and shuster what additional content aside from the action reprints to create for this issue in a letter dated 19390327. Rare comic book that introduced superman to the world. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. Dec 22, 20 welcome to our complete postcrisis superman reading order. Superman eventually defeats doomsday at the cost of his own life. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here.
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