This highly desirable superman run is a representation of one of the most sought after collectibles in the comic book market. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. Superman annual 2 1960 issue dc comics grade g by viewobscura superman comic books, old. 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. A collection of seven vintage dc comics superman comic books. Find the value of your comic books using our comic price guide articles below. Society comic books 20152016 doomed comic books 20152016 superboy and teen titans comic books and related specials 20112014 supergirl comic books and related specials 20112015 justice league comic books and related specials 20112016.
Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are pre. He adapted this supermanali article from his upcoming book, comic book fever, a love letter to the comic book era of 19761986. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Even with help from superboy, steel, supergirl, and the returning eradicator, does superman have a chance to win a battle against an enemy so powerful. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Though considerably more recent than the collecting of postage stamps philately or books bibliophilia, it has a major following around the world today and is partially. And other comic book legends revealed and why does batman carry shark repellent.
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. Comic book collecting is a hobby that treats comic books and related items as collectibles or artwork to be sought after and preserved. The superman series had annuals published since 1960. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. Action comics is an american comic book series that introduced superman, the first major superhero character as the term is. Since then, hes written books and dozens of articles for various outlets on a variety of subjects. Minimum prices are for complete, but poor condition books. See our superman comic books article for more details. The adaptation of the original 2008 comic book story superman. Take advantage of our high resolution images and videos to place bids up until the live event, and then continue to bid during the heritage live auction event, including live streaming audio and video. A new infographic from gocompare reveals how much your old comics are currently worth. He hired writers like jerry siegel yes, the original creator himself and otto binder the greatest shazam writer ever to recreate superman s world. Im probably among the biggest superman buffs out there. Its full of superman mythology to keep the fans on their toes. Superman annual 1960 comic book by dc 26 issues, 30 covers oct 1960 to oct 2009. The second volume of the superman silver age daily newspaper strips present.
Sivana, whispering magical clues and plans into the doctors ear literally he basically lives in sivanas ear right now, its pretty gross as they work to conquer the seven realms together. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. The storiesa are simple enough for a oung reader to understand. Ad for superman s girl friend, lois lane, action comics, and superboy.
See more ideas about superman comic, comics and old superman. All auctions until further notice will be online and phone bidding only. Ongoing titles featuring superman in a starring role action comics. The script was written by bob goodman and directed by james tucker.
Action comics is an american comic book series that introduced superman, the first major superhero character as the term is popularly defined. Apr, 2019 minds most recent comic book incarnation has found himself in a similar alliance with dr. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest online selection at. Get the best deals on silver age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Sales data first became public in 1960, and showed that superman was the bestselling comic book character of the 1960s and 1970s. The justice league of america an updated version of the justice society, with superman as a member receives a tryout in brave. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. The photo below is for reference, its not the same one that sold. This book batman in the fifties is great for young readers a well as adult comic book fans. Postal service required that publishers actually include. The stories are complete and average about 7 to 9 pages long. Each article includes the historical record price achieved for each book at auction, and the minimum yours is worth if youve found one.
Superman 1978 a new, updated version of the popular comic book hero superman. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. 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. 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. This is the third superman decade collection and it may or may not be the best, but its the most fun.
Their 1st foray into the superhero genre should guide at more than what a common run book in the teens from the silver age guides at. Dell publishing was a major comic book publisher, they probably sold more comics between 1940 and 1960 than any other publisher. Superman classic whos who in the superman comics 1950s 1980s introduction the decade of the 1950s proved to be a bountiful and definitive period of time for the man of steel. Ongoing titles featuring superman in a starring roleedit. The silver surfer was one of the best known comic book characters of the sixties and seventies despite having a comic book that only lasted 18 issues. Original edition comics 1960 by et al curt swan, wayne boring, kurt schaffenberger author. Most copies are worth much less, but the good news is, if you have one of these truly rare comic books, then youre certainly sitting on a prized asset that any comic book collector would be envious of. 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. Superman homepage everything you ever wanted to know about the man of steel. Superman s mermaid sweetheart, script by jerry siegel, pencils by wayne boring, inks by stan kaye.
Jun 29, 2006 gimmick covers and variants were all the rage, but we loved them and dont tell marvel we still do. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. May 16, 2016 a new infographic from gocompare reveals how much your old comics are currently worth. It begins with a great introduction from comic book superstar mark waid who clearly has a fond love of this era. Mort weisinger was the man behind the superman titles at dc comics in the 1950s and 1960s. Action comics comic book covers for all action comics comic books for sale uncertified dc silver age superman comics not signed the cover to action comics by curt swan and murphy anderson.
Get the best deals on silver age superman comics when you shop the. After an initial defeat at the hands of live wire, superman challenges. First among superheroes, first superhero to appear in a comic book named for him, and foremost among fictional immigrants, superman has been a popular character since his premiere in action comics in. Record prices are upgraded immediately for bigticket items, and over. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. It was announced this week that long time dc comic book writer alvin schwartz passed away on october 28, 2011.
By showing the story throughout the latter half of the 20th century, it also offers a taste of nostalgia for the comic books of the old days. 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 30% off your first box. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. It comes from esquire comics who sometimes sells comics on ebay himself. Silver age comics, superman, lot of 5 books from 1960s. May 01, 2002 there are not that many comic books today being published for young readers. Live wire 1st appearance revives and decides to make up for years of male domination of women by preventing the work of any men from appearing in any mass communications medium. If youve been collecting comic books since you were a kid, now is the time to list. Titles and issues included are supermans girl friend lois lane no. Gimmick covers and variants were all the rage, but we loved them and dont tell marvel we still do.
Balance of power, script by scott mccloud, pencils by bret blevins, inks by terry austin. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest. The comicbook franchises attempts to get hip included turning lois lane black. After seventeen issues of steadily declining quality and basically the same story over and over, this series was limping to an end by 1970. 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. We were all going to be rich because the generic hot book of the week was going to be the next big thing. Well hindsight is 2020 and with that in mind, lets chart the ten most important comic books of the 1990s. Tricksy, worlds greatest stunt man humor page by henry boltinoff. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Then were off to the stories and i honestly was surprised by how poignant the first few stories in the book were.
Superman reunites with lori lemaris for the first time since college. When this book was first released it was a national sensation. The comic book franchises attempts to get hip included turning lois lane black. Superman has gone crazy, causing unnecessary damage whenever he performs a superfeat. Cover pencils by rick burchett, inks by terry austin. Core elements of the superman legend would see the light of day, while those concepts and ideas which were introduced in the 1940s, would be expanded upon. George published his first article about baseball cards in 1990. Superman volume 1 ran from 1939 to 1986 for 423 issues, with 12 annuals printed between 19601986 19601964 and 19831986. After his comic book career, schwartz was a novelist, poet and essayist. So, here we go all star superman grant morrison, frank quietly the story is about supermans final adventures and feats as he prepares for. Here is an archive of all the silver age comics features so far we begin with the first death of superman, from 1961s.
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