Other superman rare comic books are listed lower down this page. The rebirth deluxe edition book onean incredible collection of the allnew adventures of the man of steel in this first hardcover collection of the new rebirth series, exploding from dcs blockbuster rebirth event. This was the comic that changed the direction of comic books as we know it. Geoff johns and gary frank bring the dc and watchmen universes together. Accidentally destroyed this comic when i was a kid it belong to my brother.
Book is a former library book and has library stickers andor markings on or inside the front or back cover andor spine and may not have a dust jacket if hardcover. By delivering the weekly list of new releases, along with news concerning current and future products available in local and online comic book shops, we enable consumers to meet their goals more effectively. The 1938 edition of action comics no1 was sold by a private. This is a silver age book that will most likely always hold its value, and could go up significantly if a quality tv show or movie is made.
Its an extraordinary party as we revisit stories from across the decades, featuring key character debuts, essays and more in a collection curated by paul levitz. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a. Superman suspects luthor has gone back to his old ways, but luthor denies knowledge and the two team up to sort things out. It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday. Tomasi is a new york times bestselling author known for his current work on superman and previous projects batman and robin, supermanwonder woman, batman detective comics, and batman arkham knight, along with other commercially successful books, green lantern coprs, brightest day, emerald warriors, and nightwing. Four new series set in the world of the vertigo classic. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. When was leap day first shown as supermans birthday in a.
First self titled series for a comic book superhero ever. Its a beautiful book and larger than your average graphic novel. This comic book is also the first featuring a superhero, and is considered to be the most valuable comic in the world. The stories and artwork are beautifully reprinted and im very happy to add this to my collection. Half sheet overlay outer cover and first day of issue us postage stamp featuring superman. First up is the twopart story, only human written by guest writer rob williams finds terrorists using chips from lex luthor to encourage mayhem and civil war. Once you removed the outer covers, the only real difference between the originals and the reprints was the sizethe reprints were printed in tabloid size. Comiclink is the online vintage comic book and comic art auction destination featuring comic book auctions spotlighting the most desirable cgc graded examples of key comics, as well as comic art auctions featuring the biggest names in comic book illustration from the golden age to the present. What is the a 1934 superman first edition comic worth.
Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Famous first edition dc, 19741975, 1979 1978 dc comics, inc. As far as punisher key issues go, this series is more desirable to me than many of his earlier appearances. Back cover features the first pinup of superman with is also the 1st ever pinup. Scientific explanation of supermans amazing strength. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with.
Mayer found the rejected superman comic strips, and sullivan told siegel and shuster that if they could paste them. It features the first appearance of several comicbook heroesmost notably. Superman at the worlds fair ad for new york worlds fair comics, 1939 edition. Comic book lot of 14 superman 1st edition 1979, spiderman.
Tomasi, patrick gleason, doug mahnke and a host of comics most exciting artists proudly present superman. Knowledge waits is a feature where i just share some bit of comic book history that interests me a couple of years back, i wrote about when supermans leap day birthday was first established period. It was published with an outer cover, with the words famous 1st edition at the. This is the 1st appearance of conan and still a very underrated comic. This item is in the category collectibles\comics\golden age 193855\superhero. It is widely considered to be both the beginning of the superhero genre and. 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. This is the punishers first solo selftitled comic, and one in which we dont see him comingling with superheroes so much. 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 daily lowdown on books, publishing, and the occasional author behaving badly. Someone has broken into supermans fortress of solitude, so superman searches the place for clues. This depends heavily on the condition of it, as mint or brand new and sealed would earn the most.
Comic link the online vintage comic book and comic art. Article with photos and biographies of jerry siegel and joe shuster. I have been asked to sell a first edition superman comic. What is the a 1934 superman first edition comic worth answers. I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. Golden, silver and bronze age comic books dc superman. Every early issue of superman comic had the man of steel on the cover, so unlike. Aug 25, 2014 a pristine edition of action comics no.
The great superman book by michael fleisher, 1978, 1st edition 1st printing. He has written andor illustrated titles such as justice league of america, captain america, the sensational spiderman, thor, teen titans, aquaman, dcs tangent imprint, and the companywide dc crossover known as zero hour. New listing batman superman comic book lot of 19 issues 118 annual 1 new 52 jae lee. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. There is no definite amount for how much a 1934 superman first edition comic would be worth. Someone has broken into superman s fortress of solitude, so superman searches the place for clues. The inaugural issue of action comics marked the first appearance of superman and. The great superman book by michael fleisher, 1978, 1st. I sell vintage and antique books as well as other things but never anything on this level. These files will help new and old readers understand whats happening to the man of steel. Once a character is taken no one else can use them. 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.
This volumes 34th issue was also the 800th issue of the superman series as a. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th. More information about this seller contact this seller 25.
Rare superman comic found in a house wall goes up for. Milestone, paradox press, piranha press, tangent comics, vertigo, wildstorm. The first time that supermans birthday was established as being on leap day occurred in a letter column. Participants must have 500 post or must have completed atleast 1 cav or tourney match. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. In 1986, dc comics revamped the superman comics recreating superman and his supporting cast of friends and enemies. Back cover features the first pinup of superman with is also the 1st ever pinup page to appear in a comic book. Shipped on time, excellent quality, would order again. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Bidding ended sunday evening, with 48 bids received. Comic book lot of 14 superman 1st edition 1979, spiderman, flinstones punisher.
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