Superman comic book 1 issue

If this is a variant of an issue, please use the missing variant submission on the issue in question. Mayer found the rejected superman comic strips, and sullivan told siegel. Dcs relaunched superman comic succeeds in emphasizing the human side of the man of steel. This highly desirable superman run is a representation of one of the most sought after collectibles in the comic book market. Superman was born on the planet krypton and was given the name kalel at birth. If you have a collection of old superman comics, send us details to get a free appraisal and valuation. But the main problem is action comics 1 from 1938, for superman did not get his own title until 1939, has been reprinted many times in different formats, hence those seriously vary by size as well. Please feel free to check out my other comics and collectibles. Kathie lee, tom hanks, sean connery, burt reynolds snl duration.

Per comic book marketplace gary carter, 1990 series. Supermanbatman volume 1 is a comic book series featuring the teamup adventures of superman and batman. Until you earn points all your submissions need to. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. We also feature later key issues worth looking for.

Lex luthor, mongul, toyman, the joker, and more of the worlds greatest villains must come to grips with how the world changes now that the truth has been revealed by superman. Not only does miller appear not to understand superman, and not only is the issue riddled with cliches, but the comics biggest sin is that its simply dull. Gcd issue the great superman comic book collection. These pages have advertisements for various products from johnson smith and company. 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. Jeph loeb, the series first writer, introduced a dualnarrator technique to present the characters often opposing viewpoints and estimations of each other. The adventures of superman comic book superman wiki. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book in the world. This page contains information about superman volume 1. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book.

The series was retitled adventures of superman vol 1adventure superman was the title of the monthly. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time.

Other superman rare comic books are listed lower down this page. Here is a list of the fifteen most expensive superman comics ever, as well as information about them and why. When somone says, superman comics, this is what they mean. She tells him how argo city survived the destruction of krypton and how her father sent her to earth when the inhabitants of argo city were threatened by kryptonite poisoning. Superman spies a crashing rocket and discovers his cousin supergirl. Supergirl comic book series concluding superman homepage. I found a superman issue 1 comic and it said it was made. I read all the silver age superman titles as i worked in my dads drugstore, and i could read the comics while handling the front of the store cash register sales.

The collection for true captain marvel fans all the captain marvel and only the. Top rated lists for superman 100 items my comic book. Superman was the title of the monthly comic book featuring superman. Gaines told siegel and shuster what additional content aside from the action reprints to create for this issue in a letter dated 27 march 1939. 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. Supermanbatman explored the camaraderie, antagonism, and friendship between its title characters. The debut of superman in action comics 1 is the first major breakthrough in comic book industry, and has since then defined the world of comics as we know it today. Superman and supergirl join forces to battle the villain but at what cost to metropolis. I was a fan of 50s 60s superman, until spiderman and fantastic four showed the way for comics to be much better in the later 60s.

Superman sets her up in midvale orphanage so she can adjust to life on earth. In 1987 superman was relaunched, first with the miniseries man of steel and then with superman 1987 series. Very good condition comics will come bagged and boarded together for extra protection. 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. However, supermans first issue in this historical relaunch just may be his last as he comes facetoface with metallo, the man with the kryptonite heart. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. There are plenty of other superman comic books, but we will only list the goodies here. The photo below is for reference, its not the same one that sold. This monthly comic follows the serialized adventures of the man of steel and his life in metropolis. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with the cover date summer 1939. Lets talk about the very first superman comic issue in 1938. Bidding ended sunday evening, with 48 bids received. From earth to apokolips and beyond, superman and supergirl face unexpected challenges in this actionpacked tale examining what it means to be a hero.

With this final issue to be released in may, dc comics has not commented on whether a new supergirl series will replace this current series afterwards. Comic books in 1938 were definitely of a different size than they are today. Superman was created by jerry siegel and joe shuster. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above.

This series ran from 1939 until 1986 when dc revamped its entire line of comics, wiping out its entire past. Superman 1939 comic read superman 1939 comic online. 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. Well also make a cash offer for your superman comic books, should you wish to sell. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Comic book lot death of superman funeral for a friend 3 and 4 others vfnm. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Superman homepage everything you ever wanted to know. The first are undoubtedly the new york worlds fair comics of 1939 and 1940. Some of comics most unique and creative voices unite to tell a story that changes all the rules. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. Action comics 1, first appearance rarest comic book.

This issue is 63 pages long, and it only gets us to clark leaving homethe daily planet, lois lane, and the superman costume are all left for future issues. Between 1986 and 2006 it was retitled the adventures of superman while a new s. Please check your local comic shop for copies of this issue. A rare 1938 comic book that features supermans historic. The man of steels greatest villains react to the biggest news to ever rock the dc universe. As a baby, his parents sent him to earth in a small spaceship moments before k. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. And while some stories certainly excel with the premise in entertaining and surprisingly poignant ways, the issue.