The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. Sep 20, 2016 this feature is not available right now. 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. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever.
But if you want a good story, the death of superman really is just a setup to the meatandpotatoes of the storyline. Death of superman reading order comic book reading orders. They had released the highly successful detective comics the previous year, and coowner jack liebowitz wanted to capitalise on that success with another similarly themed comic book. 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. Every comic book issue in the death of superman and return of superman story arc, collected here in chronological reading order. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. Values of death of superman, the comics price guide.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. Some great dan jurgens art and brutal for superman comics fight scenes. Henry cavill teases supermans return from the dead on. One comic book store that usually ordered 50 superman comics per issue sold 2200 of this comic that year. Olivia luchini is a comic book news and features writer for screen. Jun 01, 2011 on tuesday afternoon, dc comics announced that starting aug. Its no wonder that this is the best selling comic book of all time. 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. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc. When a hulking monster emerges from an underground. 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. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information.
Superman the dark side of apokolips is a book that is part comic and part chapter book about superman who, in addition being super strong and able to fly, has some interesting powers, like ice breath. Why is the death of superman such an important comic book. Find great deals on ebay for death of superman comic and death of superman comic cgc. I didnt follow the superman books when this storyline.
The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated publications. This reading order contains all the necessary comic book issues to enjoy the death of superman event. 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. I was glad the day i found all the comics combined in one book. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth.
Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. The doomsday showdown demonstrated the need to reignite interest in a superman. Theres a fair amount of debate about the beginning of the golden age of comics. While physical comic books are still a week away from being available, dc comics announced today the expansion of the dc digital first publishing program, with. When this book was first released it was a national sensation. Superman for the man who has everything comic book. 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. Unrestored copy of first superman comic book for sale. Actor henry cavill posted a surprising closeup shot on instagram of what appeared to be the. He leads a rebellion against an evil villain, darkseid, who enslaved the people of planet apokolips. Get the best deals on superman comic book collections when you shop the largest online selection at.
Tales from the database mile high comics, chuck rozanski. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. 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. Oct 14, 2016 the doomsday showdown demonstrated the need to reignite interest in a superman. How superman actually died and returned in dc comics. 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 head. He was killed because his character was getting boring and d. Dec 30, 2017 it depends on the edition, condition, etc. Unrestored copy of first superman comic book for sale cnn.
Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at ebay. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc president paul levitz to beg him to cancel the idea. The story that drew national media attention when dc comics killed their greatest hero is collected here. Dc comics made history by killing superman back in 1992, but most fans. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted.
Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. As the devoted know, wednesdays are the days that new issues of comic book series arrive in stores and a typical week sees the release of more than 10 marvel or dc titles each. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. 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.
Superman was has been, and hopefully will continue to be, one of the cornerstones of the comic book industry. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published may 2011 by dc. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs comic book universe. Not much is known about the killer except for his love of destruction. The reign of the supermen which introduced the postcrisis superboy, steel, the cyborg superman, and a mysterious superman with familiar ties to another. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. The story begins with supermans birth on the doomed planet krypton and follows him on his arrival to earth, his childhood in kansas and his career as reporter for the daily planet.
The death and return of superman omnibus includes the bestselling trade paperbacks the death of superman and the return of superman, as well as portions of world without a superman, plus 40 pages of bonus extras including promotional material and product spotlights. Comic book lot death of superman funeral for a friend 3 and 4 others vf. Most people thought it was a gimmick to raise comic book sales. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. Superhero comic book time is elastic or rather, prone to condensing as time marches on. Aug 26, 2011 how much are the original death of superman comic books worth. 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 cost. The comic book superboys legion superman adventures superman.
This comic book made national news, and it still stands as one of the best selling comics ever. After being hidden away for years, a copy of the original action comics no. Actor henry cavill posted a surprising closeup shot on instagram of. It should probably be at least a month if you read it all at once, but then later down the line it gets. The day superman died sermon by jeff strite, hebrews 2. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Almost all of our issues are going to be in at least vg or better condition. The death of superman comic january 1, 1993 by dan jurgens author, illustrator, brett breeding illustrator. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. It s very slim light case can protect your iphone from. Values of death of superman, the free comic book values. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle.
It s very slim light case can protect your iphone from scrach and dust. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. Vintage superman comic book fetches record price in ebay auction february, 2014. Death of superman reading order complete trilogy comic book. People lined up for blocks outside of stores and waited for hours just to get a copy. 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. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. The death of superman combines everything i love about wwf pro wrestling with the tight plotting of a michael bay film. How much are the original death of superman comic books worth. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs.
Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. How much are the original death of superman comic books. Feb 26, 2009 after being hidden away for years, a copy of the original action comics no. While physical comic books are still a week away from being available, dc comics announced today the expansion of the dc digital first publishing program, with a book titled superman. Weve been selling comics since 1961 our first sale. So just based on the writing, the death of clark kent is the only superman trade from this period that i cant recommend. And they did this every day for the better part of a month. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. The most valuable superman comic book ever is for sale on ebay.
Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. On tuesday afternoon, dc comics announced that starting aug. Death of superman puts superman up against a killing machine called doomsday. Superman 1978 a new, updated version of the popular comic book hero superman. These files will help new and old readers understand whats happening to the man of steel.
Jul 28, 20 most people thought it was a gimmick to raise comic book sales. And other comic book legends revealed and why does batman carry shark repellent. Apple iphone 55s case optimvsprine optimvsprine vs new 52 superman battles comic vine full wrap iphone case wireless zhihanslive give your iphone 55s a new style protect your iphone with very beautiful wrap. 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. In early 1938 national allied publications were looking to publish their fourth comic book. Forget all the psychological nuance of frank millers dark knight comics, superman is good and thats all you need to know. Here is an archive of all the silver age comics features so far we begin with the first death of superman, from 1961s. The whole book is nothing but fighting, justice league and superman fighting doomsday. Supermans new comic book costume revealed screen rant.
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