Another superman connection was in 1978, when dc comics published the epic superman vs. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This overview helps show how supermans first 50 years of adventures. Dan jurgens is an american comic book writer and artist. To write a story and not just a one issue fake out, or an imaginary tale where superman actual. Give our search a try, take a look at the menu to the left to see how you can help us improve the site, or use to track and manage your. In 1986, dc comics revamped the superman comics recreating superman and his supporting cast of friends and enemies. Publishers like dc would designate certain comic book issues as significant, causing. The story of superman s life the origin of superman. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books. I can only imagine how a kid in 1961 would have handled this comic book.
The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. See more ideas about superman comic, superman and comic books. This overview helps show how superman s first 50 years of adventures. I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. There is then a bittersweet ending with supergirl and krypto carrying on in superman s name. Supermanbatman premiered in august 2003, an update of the previous series, worlds finest comics, in which superman and batman regularly joined forces supermanbatman explores the camaraderie, antagonism, and friendship between its title.
Supermanbatman is a monthly comic book series published by dc comics that features the publishers two most popular characters. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Dc comics the death of superman graphic novel with death of superman comic book. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dc s bestselling superman comic ever. Some peg it to 1933, when the format of newsstand comic books was codified, but others place the moment in june of 1938, when superman made his debut in jerry siegel and joe shusters first issue of action comics, whose cover featured the redcaped superhero from the planet krypton lifting a car over his. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition.
Superman appeared in the very first issue of this comic. The story of supermans life the origin of superman. The grand comics database gcd is a nonprofit, internetbased organization of international volunteers dedicated to building an open database covering all printed comics throughout the world. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. Here is an archive of all the silver age comics features so far we begin with the first death of superman, from 1961s.
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. Lp record and comic book, a membership card, a pin, and a secret code, all packed in a box. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications. Aug 26, 2011 how much are the original death of superman comic books worth. The title was named for the very first superman story by jerry siegel and joe shuster, reign of the superman. See more ideas about lois lane, superman and comics. And remarkably chilling for a comic book at the time. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in it s black plastic bag and contained the mourning armband. This epic is part of the death of superman storyline and is the best of the 3 gns. 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 death and resurrection of superman, explained polygon. It was published in superman, action comics, the adventures of superman, superman. How much are the original death of superman comic books worth. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to. Well also make a cash offer for your superman comic books, should you wish to sell. Why is the death of superman such an important comic book. First sighting the man of steel a young whitehaired woman in a fur coat watches as two innercity gangs battle it out, with one side armed with a powerful weapon called the toastmaster.
Superman, clark kent, lois lane, jimmy olsen, perry white, and lex luthor have attained an iconic stature rarely seen in any art form. Thats where the real value is in comics entertainment first, last and always. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. He is best known for creating the superhero booster gold, and for his lengthy runs on the superman titles adventures of superman and superman vol. The inaugural issue of action comics marked the first appearance of superman and helped kick off the superhero genre. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of superman. Chris viveiros of boston holds his copy of the comic book in the background. The death of superman was a 1992 crossover between dc comics multiple. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. Here is an overview of supermans comic book career, since writer jerry siegel 19141996 and artist joe shuster 19141992 invented him while still teenagers. The two creators signed over their rights to superman to dc comics in 1939. With each pricing update we compute and show here the 100 most valuable comic books. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell.
Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Superman fights his strongest opponent to the death in the streets of metropolis. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that supermans coffin is empty. When two heroes are fighting over a damsel in distress, its probably a fair sign of recession.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Kenny braverman s high school days with clark kent are recounted, while conduit makes another attempt on clark s life in peer pressure part 2 awards. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. Feb 05, 2016 because it has never been done before. But it soon becomes apparent that only superman can stand against the monstrosity that has been nicknamed doomsday. 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. In the meantime, the comics had to do something instead of a wedding story a years worth of planning had just been put on hold. When i first heard about dc s plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc president paul levitz to beg him to cancel the idea. Kenny bravermans high school days with clark kent are recounted, while conduit makes another attempt on clarks life in peer pressure part 2 awards. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all.
He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. The storyline not only brings back the man of steel to life, but also. When a hulking monster emerges from an underground resting place and begins a mindless rampage, the justice league is quickly called in to stop the colossal force of nature. 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 1990 s was that it was aimed at the general public. Theres a fair amount of debate about the beginning of the golden age of comics.
The biggest event comic in the history of the medium, and this is the highly desirable memorial edition. Death of superman poster signed and numbered 23575000 by dan. Accidentally destroyed this comic when i was a kid it belong to my brother. Values of death of superman, the free comic book values. The story that drew national media attention when dc comics killed their greatest hero is collected here.
After a month of spotlighting the strange if endearingly strange history of comic books and especially the silver age, i think it is worthwhile to show the comic books of the silver age that are simply great stories period, without any enjoyably goofy aspect to them. In the 72page comic, superman joined forces with heavyweight king muhammad ali to defeat a species of aliens called the scrubb on the cover of the comic they are referred to as the star warriors from destroying earth. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. 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. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Due to supermans popularity, dc comics developed a superman comic. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. Siegel and shuster continued to draw the comic and to develop the storylines, but they grew increasingly unhappy. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. The crossover, which originated from editor mike carlin and writers dan jurgens, roger stern, louise simonson, jerry ordway, and karl kesel, began in december 1992 and lasted until october 1993. For readers who buy superman comic books, our selection is big. It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday.
Clearly, some of these items may not, and probably do not exist in that grade. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Tales from the database mile high comics, chuck rozanski. More specifically, below is a list of editions and current prices for different grades from comic price guide. Wizard compared the phenomenon to the new coke debacle, in which the cocacola company updated the formula to its signature drink.
Top superman comic books comic book values comic book. Values of death of superman, the free comic book price guide. Here is an overview of superman s comic book career, since writer jerry siegel 19141996 and artist joe shuster 19141992 invented him while still teenagers. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. Shipped on time, excellent quality, would order again. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc. Created in 1938 by jerry siegel and joe shuster, the man of steel continues to fly faster than a speeding bullet. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. May 18, 2008 dc superman comic book back from the dead 1993 collector edition value.
Reign of the supermen sold in trade paperback as the return of superman was a 1990s comic book storyline published between june and october 1993, a followup to the death of superman and world without a superman. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. When new books are released, well charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the preorder period. Death of superman, while mediocre in content set the scene, funeral for a friend was moving and the return was fantastic and the climax of a whole new superman. Old superman comic books for sale every year since we opened in 2000, superman has been on our top seller list. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in its black plastic bag and contained the mourning armband. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. How much are the original death of superman comic books. Check out our wide selection of superman comics, back issues, collectibles, and more today. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
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