Hes always been bigger than just one comic book, one tv show, or one film. 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. Comic book covers presented at cover browser are republished within a fair use context. When this book was first released it was a national sensation. Biographical information is provided for the most part courtesy of jerry bails whos who in american comic books. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest online selection at. Captain marvel was not the first superhero comic book character, or even the first fawcett superhero character, to be the subject of a infringement lawsuit. It features the first appearance of several comic book heroesmost notably. The superman family was a dc comics comic book series which ran from 1974 to 1982 featuring primarily stories starring the supporting characters in the superman comics. Since then, hes written books and dozens of articles for various outlets on a variety of subjects.
The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine. It is based on the dc comics character of the same name and stars marlon brando, gene hackman, christopher reeve, margot kidder, glenn ford, phyllis thaxter, jackie cooper, trevor howard, marc mcclure, terence. Gimmick covers and variants were all the rage, but we loved them and dont tell marvel we still do. In the pages of this old comic book, there are no limitations. Vintage 1978 superman record album tough to find dc.
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The figures are from the 2007 official overstreet comic book price guide. The movie to the comics of the time distilling the essence. Mayer found the rejected superman comic strips, and sullivan told siegel. Color color dimensions 7 x 10 paper stock heavy stock paper binding. Many were released on cardboard or vinyl records with accompanying readalong books. Superman comic story 20 pages report information script. George published his first article about baseball cards in 1990. One thing we comic book fanatics love to do is nit pick every tiny detail on an adapted character, and who am i to refuse this tradition.
Vintage 1978 superman record album tough to find dc comics. It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom. This album features three more adventures of the man of steel. He adapted this supermanali article from his upcoming book, comic book fever, a love letter to the comic book era of 19761986. Credits for pencils and inks confirmed from julius schwartzs editorial records, provided by dc comics. Power records comic record set part 17 published may 1974 by power records. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Theres a fair amount of debate about the beginning of the golden age of comics. But superman tracks the goons down, as jimmy gets the shot. The superman family was a dc comics comic book series which ran from 1974 to 1982 featuring primarily stories starring the supporting characters in. Sothebys to auction every dc comic 19342016 dc comics news. Eye to eye, script by scott mccloud, pencils by rick burchett, inks by terry austin. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Well hindsight is 2020 and with that in mind, lets chart the ten most important comic books of the 1990s.
A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th. We have the worlds largest selection of superman comic books and graphic novels. Keep track of your comic book collection online with full comic details, cover images, and current market values. Online auction cements it as the worlds most expensive comic book. If you use the add to want list tab to add this issue to your want list, we will email you when it becomes available. Spiderman home spiderman comic books spiderman trade paperbacks spiderman other merchandise spiderman comics and comic book series. He proved so popular in the 1940s that sales of his comic books outsold those featuring superman. Once upon a time, there was a fictional character who wore red, yellow, and blue. An issue by issue breakdown of superman credits, as well as those of almost any comic book ever published can be obtained from the grand comics data base. When ed mcguinness first came into comic book, no one realized how good a. Album cover features art by comic book legend neal adams with inks by giordano. The best cop in the world, tomorrow the world, and the mxyzptikup menace. Aug 25, 2014 original superman comic sells for record sum. Original superman comic sells for record sum cbs news.
The first superman comic book cover drawn by joe shuster in 1934 for humor publishing inc. With jimmy getting into the thick of the action armed only with his camera, a pair of luthors goons steal a gravity amplifier from s. Below are some of the first appearances by other superheroes and what a nearmint condition copy of the comic is worth. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. Search superman in comic books silver age 195669 have you entered our giveaway. In 1939, detective comics and its rightsholding sister company superman, inc. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs comic book universe.
City under siege star of bangalore the man from krypton the killer bees a tough to find original 32 year old superman collectible that is in great condition. Even if you dont like comic books, think of names like superman, batman, and wonder woman, and you get a very clear mental picture indeed. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Original 1978 dc comics superman 33 rpm album by peter pan records. We were all going to be rich because the generic hot book of the week was going to be the next big thing.
The movie in some listings and reference sources is a 1978 superhero film directed by richard donner. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Were giving away the the killing joke 1988 1st print, cgc graded 9. Not only did the character survive richard donners interpretation, he became an even better superman because of it. It is thought that there are only two existing copies. Indexer notes continuity associates inkers include giordano, austin and wiacek, whose name is listed on a billboard. 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. Get the best deals on silver age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Cover pencils by rick burchett, inks by terry austin.
Superman book and record set 1975 peter panpower records 2299. Please browse through the title listings below or use the search bar at the top of this page to quickly find a specific title. Superman comic book and record set 1978 br 520 the mxyzptlk up menace alien creatures album see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions price. When alien creatures arrive on earth in what appear to be silver bullets, superman finds another habitable planet for them to live on. Select a title to see the individual issues we have instock. Features four different superman stories which are.
Book is in poor condition with loose cover but it is 73 years old. Unfollow superman dc comics cards 1978 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The movie did not reflect established 1978 comic book myth but that was a good thing. For sure, the record unrestored price below will be beaten in the next few years, when a higher grade copy. Before official distribution in the uk of original superman comic from american in november 1959, one way to get your superman fix was through australian reprints which were then made available in the uk, cover priced 6d australian issues were cover priced 8d9d. This is an invaluable resource and a must for all comic fans. Please look at pics included and judge condition for yourself. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your first box. 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. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. The movie contradicted longestablished comic book legend. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. 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.