Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 30% off your first box. Synopses are the stories contained in these issues, complete with artists and writers where known. Aug 26, 2016 there is some discussion of whether this truly was the first comic book convention, as early 1964 may 24th fans bob brosch and david szurek hosted a one day convention that about 70 fans attended, but it was advertized as a triple fan convention attracting fans of science fiction, comics and movies, plus they did not have any industry. This story, written by edmond hamilton and drawn by curt swan and inked by george klein is one of the finest stories ever. Only 52 have been graded by cgc plus 82 restored copies. Society comic books 20152016 doomed comic books 20152016. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Superman 172, october 1964, was published around august 6, 1964.
The nightmare ordeal of superman shipped with usps first class package. Action comics 309 which i mistakenly referred to as issue 308, february 1964 was published around december 26, 1963. I was perusing my comic book collection and found a bunch of cool ads im going to scan in and post. Superman, also called the man of steel, is one of the most influential superheroes of dc comics, and superhero comics at large.
Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Kennedys assassination, cbr explores the ongoing saga behind a 1964 superman tribute story. As you can see from the back cover, this book tells the untold true story of 1964 new york comicon. 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.
Supermans pal jimmy olsen 79, september 1964, was published on july 9, 1964. Superman comic superman book superman story superman family dc comic books vintage comic books vintage comics comic book covers silver age comics. See all formats and editions hide other formats and. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. More than that, the game led to a comic book series that acted as a prequel, showing what led up to it. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The worlds largest selection of comic books, from batman and superman comic books to spiderman and xmen comics, new and back issues. There have been a lot of superman stories in the past 75 years, but if youre looking to get caught up on everyone. Measures x a price sticker covers the number in the top right corner on the cover.
They are derived from numerous sources such as dealer price lists, advertisements in comic book collecting publications, and public auction results. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. Superman accidentally escapes krypton, leaving behind lyla. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. It contained 32 pages for the cover price of 12 the editor was mort weisinger, and the cover was pencilled by curt swam and inked by george klein. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a. Vintage comic book 1964 house of mystery orchestra of doom dc. Superman the bizarro invasion of earth 1964 grade wh vintage comic.
As a result, this era saw some of the best stories of the supermanbatman team, mostly scripted by edmond hamilton, with curt swan art. Nostalgia and recriminations are in the air as the comic book industry looks backwards. Action comics 448 june 1975 issue dc comics by viewobscura action comics comic book covers for all action comics comic books for sale. The superman behind superman by sam moskowitz, a page article covering supermans history and the key role played by mort weisinger in the man of steels career as americas first and foremost super hero. Episode superman comic book cover dated september action comics.
The editor was mort weisinger, and the cover was pencilled by curt swan, inked by george klein and lettered by ira schnapp. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. Synopses are the stories contained in these issues, complete with. Superman volume 1 ran from 1939 to 1986 for 423 issues, with 12 annuals printed between 19601986 19601964 and 19831986. Supermans pal jimmy olsen 81, december 1964, was published on october 8, 1964. Superman annual 8, winter 1964, was released along with the dc comics titles cover dated january 1964, on november 21, 1963. January february march april may june july august september october november. 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. It was a haunting tragedy where earths greatest hero became its greatest enemy. I found this on the back of an issue of dcs worlds finest. Jun 21, 2015 superman annual 8, winter 1964, was released along with the dc comics titles cover dated january 1964, on november 21, 1963.
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January february march april may june july august september october november december. Nelson bridwell, jerry siegel pencils curt swan, al plastino. It contained 32 pages for the cover price of 12 mort weisinger was the editor, and the cover was pencilled by curt swan, inked by george klein and lettered by ira schnapp. Mort weisinger was the editor, and the cover was pencilled by curt swan, inked by george klein and lettered by ira schnapp. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. It contained 32 pages for the cover price of 12 mort weisinger was the editor, and the cover was pencilled by curt swan and inked by george klein, who were the art team for the story in this issue. Superman does indeed escape, using a furnace to melt the hovering probe. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics.
In this threepart story, superman releases arval from kandor so he can replace the man of. Action comics sep dc for sale online seller of bronze and silver age marvel dc comics 1963 action comics superman vintage comics comic book. Superman 168, april 1964, was published around february 6, 1964. It comes form the front cover of the program that was issued to all attendees after the show was held. Issue shows fair to moderate wear from age including yellowingdiscoloring to the cover and pages, stress around the staples, the center most page has a small tear near the bottom staple and some scuffingcreasing around the cover and or spine. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. Saturn girl, cosmic boy, legion of superheroes, classic comics, marvel dc, dc comics. Get the best deals on silver age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at.
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