Marvel Visionaries


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The Incredible Hulk, the devastating Dragon Man, the epic end of the gods themselves - none of it was too much for John Buscema. One of comicdom's most acclaimed creators takes centre stage in the genre-spanning gathering of greats!




Marvel Visionaries: John Buscema


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Celebrate the career of a true Marvel Visionary! The Incredible Hulk, the devastating Dragon Man, the epic end of the Norse gods themselves...none of it was too much for Big John Buscema! And the Avengers never looked mightier than when Buscema drew them! Now, one of comicdom's most acclaimed creators takes center stage in this genre-spanning gathering of greats. Witness Nick Fury vs. Hydra! Thor vs. the Silver Surfer! The Avengers vs. the Avengers! The hidden pasts of Wolverine and Dracula! The twilight of the Masters of Evil! Plus lushly illustrated crime, horror and romance work from the pre-Marvel era! COLLECTING: CRIMEFIGHTERS 4; STRANGE TALES 22, 150; TALES TO ASTONISH 85-87; AVENGERS 41-42, 75-76, 277, ANNUAL 2; SILVER SURFER 4; MY LOVE 2; FANTASTIC FOUR 111-112; THOR 200; DRACULA LIVES 3; MARVEL SPOTLIGHT 30; EPIC ILLUSTRATED 1; WOLVERINE 10; SHADOWS & LIGHT 3




Marvel Visionaries


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Collects Avengers (1963) #41-42, #75-76, #277 and Annual #2, Fantastic Four (1961) #111-112, Thor (1966) #200, Marvel Spotlight (1971) #30, Wolverine (1988) #10 and Material From Crimefighters #4, Strange Tales (1951) #22 And #150, Tales To Astonish (1959) #85-87, Silver Surfer (1968) #4, My Love (1969) #2, Dracula Lives #3, Epic Illustrated #1 And Shadows & Light #3. Celebrate the career of a true Marvel Visionary! The Incredible Hulk, the devastating Dragon Man, the epic end of the Norse gods — none of it was too much for Big John Buscema! And the Avengers never looked mightier than when Buscema drew them! Now one of comicdom’s most acclaimed creators takes center stage in this genre-spanning gathering of greats. Witness Nick Fury vs. Hydra! Thor vs. Silver Surfer! The Avengers vs. the Avengers! The hidden pasts of Wolverine and Dracula! The twilight of the Masters of Evil! Plus: Lushly illustrated crime, horror and romance work from the pre-Marvel era!




Marvel Visionaries


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Collects Fantastic Four (1961) #11 and Annual #3; Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #96-98 and Annual #5; Daredevil (1964) #7 and #47; Silver Surfer (1968) #5; Thor (1966) #179-181; Marvel Premiere #3 and material from Captain America Comics #3 and #16, Suspense #28, Amazing Adult Fantasy #11, Amazing Fantasy (1962) #15 and Spectacular Spider-Man Super Special. Celebrate the career of a true Marvel Visionary! In the days before World War II, a teenager named Stanley Lieber ran errands in the Timely Comics offices. Soon, “Stan Lee” published his first story — and before long, he was running the show! In the 1960s, Lee and Jack Kirby transformed super hero comics with the Fantastic Four — whose success sparked a line of smash hits that created the Marvel Universe! Presented here are some of the greatest stories written by “The Man,” from rarely seen tales from Lee’s earliest days to unforgettable adventures starring his most iconic co-creations with Kirby, Steve Ditko and others — including the FF, Spider-Man, Thor, Silver Surfer, Doctor Strange and Daredevil!




Marvel Visionaries


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Collects Daredevil (1964) #102; Marvel Preview (1975) #11; Iron Fist (1975) #14; Uncanny X-Men (1981) #137, 153, 205, 268; Avengers Annual (1967) #10; Wolverine (1982) #3; New Mutants (1983) #21; Classic X-Men (1986) #13; Excalibur (1988) #16; material from X-Men Annual (1970) #12, X-Men Unlimited (1993) #36. Celebrate the career of a true Marvel Visionary! Best known for transforming the X-Men from a reprint title into a blockbuster franchise, Chris Claremont steered the fates of Marvel’s mutants for decades while working with some of comics’ top artists! Now, thrill to some of his finest tales featuring the X-Men and their extended family — from the fate of the Phoenix to the fan-favorite “Kitty’s Fairy Tale” and more! Plus: classic stories featuring Daredevil vs. Stilt-Man and Carol Danvers and the Avengers vs. Rogue — and collaborations with John Byrne, one of Claremont’s greatest artistic partners, starring Star-Lord and Iron Fist!




Marvel Classics Comics Omnibus


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Masterworks of literature - retold in the Mighty Marvel Manner! In the late 1970s, respected comic book writers and talented artists joined forces to adapt many of the world's most famous stories onto the comic book page. From adventure tales like The Last of the Mohicans, Treasure Island, Robinson Crusoe and Ivanhoe, to horror staples Frankenstein and The Invisible Man! Whether it's the classical poetry of The Iliad and The Odyssey, the dystopian sci-fi of The War of the Worlds, or the terrifying tales of Edgar Allan Poe, this collection of cultured classics is sure to thrill you from cover to cover! Featuring world-famous and beloved characters like Robin Hood and Alice in Wonderland, and illustrated versions of novels by such authors as Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, Jules Verne and many more! COLLECTING: MARVEL CLASSICS COMICS (1976) 13-36




Marvel Visionaries: John Romita Jr.


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Celebrate the career of a true Marvel Visionary! John Romita Jr. followed in his famous father's footsteps - and soon became a legend in his own right! This volume collects some of JRjr's greatest hits, from his very first Marvel work to the creation of a New Universe and more! Tony Stark battles alcoholism! Spider-Man battles the Juggernaut though the streets of New York! Colossus and Kitty Pryde break up! Daredevil and Kingpin celebrate Christmas! The Punisher joins the mafi a! Professor X and Magneto's history is explored! And Hulk smashes the Abomination! Plus a masterful retelling of Daredevil's origin, the horrors of 9/11 and much more! COLLECTING: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 229-230, 36, ANNUAL 11; IRON MAN 128, 256; UNCANNY X-MEN 183, 309; STAR BRAND 1; DAREDEVIL 253; PUNISHER WAR ZONE 1; DAREDEVIL: MAN WITHOUT FEAR 1-2; HULK 25, 34




Marvel Portfolio: Joe Quesada


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Legendary creator and artist Joe Quesada has left an indelible mark on comics from AMAZING SPIDER-MAN to DAREDEVIL and more! Now, Marvel proudly presents twelve gorgeous, full-color reproductions of some of his most iconic works from the House of Ideas - all in a stunning hardcover case.




The John Buscema Sketchbook


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The John Buscema Sketchbook spans the career of well-known Marvel Comics artist and art teacher, John Buscema. Hundreds of vintage, new and unpublished drawings are included. Also featured is an introduction by comic book creator, illustrator, filmmaker, and pop-culture historian Jim Steranko. The John Buscema Sketchbook is a valuable addition to the collection of comic book and Conan the Barbarian enthusiasts and is also of unique interest for aspiring artists. This deluxe, hardcover, limited edition of the John Buscema Sketchbook was hand-signed by the late Mr. Buscema and features a 14-page bonus portfolio, absent from other editions. Limited edition of 1000 copies.




Marvel Visionaries


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Collects Modeling With Millie #44; Avengers (1963) #35, #57-58 And #100; Submariner (1968) #8 And #14; Captain Marvel (1968) #19; X-Men (1963) #64; Fantastic Four (1961) #119 And #176; Giant-Size Invaders #1; And Material From Tales Of Suspense (1959) #73; Not Brand Echh #12; Chamber Of Darkness #4; Amazing Adventures (1970) #8; Incredible Hulk (1968) #147; Dracula Lives #1 And Doctor Strange, Sorcerer Supreme #9. Celebrate the career of a true Marvel Visionary! Relive some of Rascally Roy Thomas’ greatest stories as, under his pen, the Fantastic Four confronts racism, social injustice and…the Impossible Man?! Vision joins the Avengers! The Hulk finds his way to “Heaven!” Namor fights Dragon Man! Captain Marvel escapes the Murder Maze! The origin of the Invaders! Doctor Strange’s secrets revealed! Dracula in Salem and the X-Men in Japan! And who is Starr the Slayer? Plus: Rarely seen Silver Age stories of humor and romance!