Comic books in 'Comic History'

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1st printing. Cover by Mike Allred. "The Evil Side of Comics and Hollywood!" Edited by Gina Misiroglu and Michael Eury. Foreword by Stan Lee. Includes entries written by Mike W. Barr, Andy Mangels, Heidi MacDonald, Peter Sanderson, Peter Coogan. From Lex Luthor to Doctor Doom. From Thanos to Darkseid. From Emperor Palpatine to Khan. This is a comprehensive look at almost every single super villain to have ever appeared in comics, movies, and television. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 440 pages, PC/PB&W. NOTE: "I wish The Supervillain Book could be required reading so that all the bizarre knowledge that fans like me have on the subject would be shared by everyone. - Alex Ross Cover price $29.95.

1st printing.

Edited By Robert Moses Peaslee and Robert G. Weiner.

The Supervillain Reader, featuring both reprinted and original essays, reveals why we are so fascinated with the villain. The obsession with the villain is not a new phenomenon, and, in fact, one finds villains who are "super" going as far back as ancient religious and mythological texts.

This innovative collection brings together essays, book excerpts, and original content from a wide variety of scholars and writers, weaving a rich tapestry of thought regarding villains in all their manifestations, including film, literature, television, games, and, of course, comics and sequential art.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 416 pages, Text.

Includes Contributions by Grant Morrison, Jerold J. Abrams, Jose Alaniz, John Carey, Maurice Charney, Peter Coogan, Joe Cruz, Phillip Lamarr Cunningham, Stefan Danter, Adam Davidson-Harden, Randy Duncan, Richard Hall, Richard D. Heldenfels, Alberto Hermida, Victor Hernandez-Santaolalla, A.G. Holdier, Tiffany Hong, Stephen Graham Jones, Siegfried Kracauer, Naja Later, Ryan Litsey, Tara Lomax, Tony Magistrale, Matthew McEniry, Cait Mongrain, Robert Moses Peaslee, David D. Perlmutter, W.D. Phillips, Jared Poon, Duncan Prettyman, Vladimir Propp, Noriko T. Reider, Robin S. Rosenberg, Hannah Ryan, Lennart Soberon, J. Richard Stevens, Lars Stoltzfus-Brown, John N. Thompson, Dan Vena and Robert G. Weiner.

Cover price $30.00.

1st printing. Swampmen: Muck-Monsters of the Comics is the second double-size Comic Book Creator Summer Annual, examining those creepy man-criers that crawled out of the bayou back in the 1970s through the memories of the artists and writers who created them! A stunning line-up of interviews discuss Swamp Thing, Man-Thing, The Heap, Lurker of the Swamp, It, Bog Beast, and even Marvin the Dead Thing. Interviews with Bernie Wrightson, Alan Moore, Steve Gerber, Mike Ploog, Len Wein, Stephen R. Bissette, Rick Veitch, John Totleben, Val Mayerik and Jim Mooney. Cover by Frank Cho. Edited by Jon B. Cooke. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 192 pages, PC/PB&W. NOTE: This is Comic Book Creator #6. See Comic Book Creator (2013) for #1-5 & 7-Up. Cover price $21.95.

1st printing.

Written by Michael Eury. Cover by Joe Rubinstein (after Curt Swan).

The Team-Up Companion examines team-up comic books of the Silver and Bronze Ages of Comics-DC's The Brave and the Bold and DC Comics Presents, Marvel's Marvel Team-Up and Marvel Two-in-One, plus other team-up titles, treasuries, and treats in a lushly illustrated selection of informative essays, special features, and trivia-loaded issue-by-issue indexes.

Go behind the scenes of your favorite team-up comic books with specially curated and all-new creator recollections from the all-star writers and artists who produced the team-up tales that so captivated readers during the 1960s, 1970s, and early 1980s. By Back Issue and RetroFan editor Michael Eury.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 256 pages, PC/PB&W.

Cover price $39.95.

Volume 7 - 1st printing.

Cover by Kevin Eastman.

All the covers from the earliest days of Mirage Studios in one archival collection, plus pencils/inks/paintings by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, including all the original sketches, behind the scenes insight, and never before seen works made available through the incredible archives of Eastman and Laird!

A must-have volume for Turtles fans and collectors!

Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 180 pages, full color.

Cover price $49.99.

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1st printing. By David Hajdu. In the years between World War II and the emergence of television as a mass medium, American popular culture as we know it was first created - in the pulpy, boldly illustrated pages of comic books. No sooner had this new culture emerged than it was beaten down by church groups, community bluestockings, and a McCarthyish Congress - only to resurface with a crooked smile on its face as MAD magazine. The story of the rise and fall of those comic books has never been fully told - until The Ten-Cent Plague. David Hajdu's remarkable book vividly opens up the lost world of comic books, its creativity, irreverence, and suspicion of authority. Hardcover, 436 pages, Text (with 8 pages of B&W photos and Illustrations). Cover price $26.00.

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1st printing. By David Hajdu. In the years between World War II and the emergence of television as a mass medium, American popular culture as we know it was first created - in the pulpy, boldly illustrated pages of comic books. No sooner had this new culture emerged than it was beaten down by church groups, community bluestockings, and a McCarthyish Congress - only to resurface with a crooked smile on its face as MAD magazine. The story of the rise and fall of those comic books has never been fully told - until The Ten-Cent Plague. David Hajdu's remarkable book vividly opens up the lost world of comic books, its creativity, irreverence, and suspicion of authority. Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 434 pages, Text Only. Cover price $16.00.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The 1930s: The Hidden Art of Disney's Golden Age!"

By Didier Ghez.

As the Walt Disney Studio entered its first decade and embarked on some of the most ambitious animated films of the time, Disney hired a group of "concept artists" whose sole mission was to explore ideas and inspire their fellow animators. They Drew as They Pleased showcases four of these early pioneers and features artwork developed by them for the Disney shorts from the 1930s, including many unproduced projects, as well as for Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and some early work for later features such as Alice in Wonderland and Peter Pan. They Drew as They Pleased is the first in what promises to be a revealing and fascinating series of books about Disney's largely unexamined concept artists, with six volumes spanning the decades between the 1930s and 1990s.

Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 9-in., 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. "The 1940s: Part 1 - The Hidden Art of Disney's Musical Years!"

By Didier Ghez.

The 1940s ushered in an era of musical experimentation and innovation at the Walt Disney Studios. Artists from all over the world flocked to California to be part of the magic, and their groundbreaking styles influenced such classics as Dumbo and Bambi as well as shaped the masterpieces that followed such as Alice in Wonderland and Peter Pan. Author Didier Ghez has unearthed hundreds of enchanting images - from early sketches to polished concepts for iconic features - by five exceptional artists who shaped the style of the Studio's animation during this period of unbridled creativity. With evocative descriptions and excerpts from the artists' journals and autobiographies, this magnificent collection offers a rare look at the visionaries who breathed life into some of the most beloved films of our time.

Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 9-in., 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $40.00.

Volume 3 - 1st printing. "The 1940s: Part 2 - The Hidden Art of Disney's Late Golden Age!"

By Didier Ghez.

Walt Disney always envisioned the studios that bear his name remaining relevant by consistently taking creative risks and doing the unexpected. Heading into the 1940s, he crafted an entirely new division of the studio called the Character Model Department, which focused solely on the details of character development. This latest volume from famed Disney historian Didier Ghez profiles six remarkable artists from that department, sharing uncommon and never-before-seen images of their influential work behind the scenes. With vivid descriptions and passages from the artists' journals, this visually rich collection offers a rare view of the Disney artists whose work gave rise to many classic Disney characters, and who ultimately rewrote the future of character creation in animation.

Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 9-in., 248 pages, full color.

Cover price $45.00.

Volume 4 - 1st printing. "The 1950s and 1960s: The Hidden Art of Disney's Mid-Century Era!"

By Didier Ghez.

The 1950s and 1960s at The Walt Disney Studios marked unprecedented stylistic directions brought on by the mid-century modern and graphic sensibilities of a new wave of artists. This volume explores the contributions of these heroes with special emphasis on the art of Lee Blair, Mary Blair, Tom Oreb, John Dunn, and Walt Peregoy. It includes never-before-seen images from Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, and Sleeping Beauty and discusses Disney's first forays into television, commercials, space, and science projects, even the development of theme parks. Drawing on interviews and revealing hundreds of rediscovered images that inspired Disney's films during one of its most prolific eras, this volume captures the rich stories of the artists who brought the characters to life and helped shape the future of animation.

Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 9-in., 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $45.00.

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Volume 5 - 1st printing. "The 1970s and 1980s: The Hidden Art of Disney's Early Renaissance!"

By Didier Ghez.

In the 1970s and 1980s, the Disney animation studio redefined its creative vision in the wake of Walt Disney's death. Renowned Disney historian Didier Ghez profiles Ken Anderson and Mel Shaw, whose work defined beloved classic Disney characters from films like The Jungle Book, The Aristocats, Robin Hood, and The Rescuers. With vivid descriptions of passages from the artists' autobiographies and interviews, accompanied by never-before-seen images of their art and process, this visually rich collection offers a rare view of the Disney legends whose work helped shape the nature of character and story development for generations to come.

Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 9-in., 224 pages, full color.

Cover price $50.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $22.00

Volume 6 - 1st printing. "The 1990s, 2000 and 2010s: The Hidden Art of Disney's New Golden Age!"

By Didier Ghez.

The 1990s through 2010s marked the New Golden Age of Walt Disney Animation Studios. The culmination of a landmark book series, this gorgeous volume profiles artists Joe Grant, Hans Bacher, Mike Gabriel, and Michael Giaimo and explores how Disney navigated the shift to computer animation. A must-have for students and fans of animation, this book paints the inside story of the New Golden Age through vivid descriptions, never-before-seen art, and interviews with the artists. It offers a rare view of the artists who exemplify Disney's storied past and visionary leap forward.

Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11-in. x 9-in., 208 pages, full color.

Cover price $50.00.

1st printing. Alex Schomburg produced the most dazzling array of high-quality comic-book covers in the Golden Age of American Comics. With Golden Age comic books with Schomburg covers selling for record prices in America's leading auction houses, this book collects, for the first time ever, a host of tantalizing Schomburg treasures in one volume! Hardcover (with Slipcase), 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 112 pages, full color.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

By Brian Hibbs. Introduction by Paul Levitz, (Publisher of DC Comics).

Originally appearing in the industry periodical Comics & Games Retailer, Hibbs' columns are opinionated, influential, aggressive, and interesting. Learn how one man's quest changed the way you buy comics.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 400 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $19.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

By Brian Hibbs. Cover by Ben Templesmith.

Brian Hibbs, owner of San Francisco's premier comic book store, Comix Experience, has joined with IDW Publishing to produce the second volume of his influential "Tilting at Windmills" columns. Containing useful guidelines for new and established retailers who sell comics in this pop culture-hungry world.

Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 400 pages, Text Only.

Cover price $19.99.

1st printing.

By Allen Bellman.

One day in 1942, a kid who liked to draw responded to an advertisement in the New York Times. He carried his portfolio to a young, upstart publishing company, landing a job on the spot. That company would become Marvel Comics. Allen Bellman participated in the early years of popular characters like Captain America, the Human Torch, and the Sub-Mariner. One day he left the comics field and never looked back. Five decades later, an intrepid "Golden Age" comic book collector located him. Allen received a hero's welcome from comic book historians, and now appears at conventions nationwide, proclaiming "I was there!" Herewith, his circuitous journey back to comics.

Softcover, 166 pages, full color.

Cover price $39.95.

1st printing. Story and art by Herge. Join traveling reporter Tintin and his faithful dog Snowy, along with well-known friends such as Captain Haddock, as they embark on an extraordinary adventures spanning historical and political events, fantasy and science-fiction adventures and thrilling mysteries. These full-color graphic novels broke new ground when they were first released and became the inspiration for countless modern-day comic artists. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/2-in., 64 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $10.95.

2nd and later printings. Story and art by Herge. Join traveling reporter Tintin and his faithful dog Snowy, along with well-known friends such as Captain Haddock, as they embark on an extraordinary adventures spanning historical and political events, fantasy and science-fiction adventures and thrilling mysteries. These full-color graphic novels broke new ground when they were first released and became the inspiration for countless modern-day comic artists. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11 1/2-in., 64 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $10.95.

1st printing.

By Michel Daubert.

Offering a new and nuanced look into the world of Tintin, journalist Michel Daubert explains how the artist Georges Remi became the world-famous Hergé. The book also includes profiles on the beloved characters, selections from Hergé's earliest work, and chapters that trace the development of a rough sketch into a masterpiece. Lavishly illustrated with photographs, original plates, and ephemera, Tintin: The Art of Hergé offers fresh insight into the story behind this iconic character, with unprecedented access to original sources from the Hergé Museum in Belgium.

Hardcover (with Slipcase), 8-in. x 11-in., 480 pages, full color.

Cover price $45.00.

1st printing.

By Michel Daubert.

Since Tintin first appeared in 1929, he has captivated generations of children and adults alike. Millions followed Tintin's journeys from the wilds of the Congo to the streets of Prague, Moscow, and New York. Published in 2013, Tintin the Art of Herge attracted Tintin fans everywhere by offering insight into this iconic character, with incredible access to original sources from the HERGE mueseum in Belgium. Illustrated by images of this unparalleled collection Tintin the Art of Herge provides a rare glimpse into Tintin and Herge's world. Previously unpublished drawings depict how the beloved characters were created and offer fresh commentary.

Softcover (with Slipcase), 8-in. x 11-in., 480 pages, full color.

Cover price $29.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing.

By Glen Cadigan.

The Titans Companion is a comprehensive look back at the best-selling DC series! The history of the definite teen team is covered in Volume 1 through a series of interviews with fan-favorite creators Marv Wolfman, George Pérez, José Luis García-López, and Len Wein. Also included is a comprehensive Silver Age section featuring interviews with Neal Adams, Nick Cardy, and Dick Giordano, and Chris Claremont and Walter Simonson reflect on the X-Men/New Teen Titans crossover.

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $24.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing.

By Glen Cadigan.

Following in the footsteps of its predecessor, The Titans Companion 2 picks up where Volume 1 left off, covering the return of the Teen Titans to the top of the sales charts! Featuring interviews with Geoff Johns, Mike McKone, Peter David, Phil Jimenez, and others, it also contains an in-depth section on the top-rated Cartoon Network series! Read what the producers and staff of the show have to say about adapting the Titans to the small screen! Plus Chuck Dixon, Mark Waid, Karl Kesel, and John Byrne on writing the current generation of Titans! More with Marv Wolfman and George Perez! Neal Adams on redesigning Robin! Artwork by Adams, Byrne, Jimenez, McKone, Perez and more! With an all-new cover by Mike McKone, The Titans Companion Volume 2 completes any Titans fan's collection! Volume 1 is also offered again this month!

Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $26.95.

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1st printing.

Edited by Michael T. Gilbert.

From their inception in 1935, comic books - starring Superman, Batman, Captain Marvel - had been primarily written for and aimed at adolescents. There were always the occasional outlier artists who pushed back against the commercial constraints of comic books and envisioned the next evolutionary artistic leap in the artform: Charles Biro was one of those artists.

In 1949, the ambitious Biro - who had previously co-created the realistically brutal comic Crime Does Not Pay- edited and wrote an oversized comic aimed at adults, called Tops. Like several other radical adult comics projects that would follow, it proved to be a commercial failure and lasted only two Life magazine-sized issues. The original comics have since become a legendary holy grail among comics fans and historians, fetching as much as $6,000 on the collector's market: written about but rarely seen and never reprinted. Until now.

Fantagraphics' Tops collects both issues of these oversized experimental comics in their entirety. Some of the best craftsmen working in comics at that time drew these pulpy, sexy, and melodramatic stories: Dan Barry, George Tuska, and others. It includes two stunning pre-EC crime tales illustrated by Reed Crandall, reminiscent of his Crime SuspenStories work. Actor Melvyn Douglas (believe it or not) takes the reader on a tour of utopia, entitled "How Would You Live Under A World Government?" - a positive spin on global Socialism!

A treasure trove of fascinating and revelatory comics history for scholars and fans, this compilation includes an introduction by the editor, the historian and cartoonist Michael T. Gilbert, as well as several other essays providing background on the creation of the series and the publisher, editors, and cartoonists who realized it. It includes a chronicle in essay form of experimental, adult comics endeavors throughout the first half of the 20th century. Tops is a landmark work of historical importance and a mind-boggling reading experience from a bygone era meticulously restored and reproduced in a deluxe hardcover in its originally published dimensions.

Hardcover, 10-in. x 13-in., 160 pages, B&W.

Cover price $49.99.

Add to cart Near Mint $30.00

Add to cart Near Mint $30.00

1st printing. By Andrew Farago and Russi Taylor. It was the best of times; it was the worst of times. But for a generation of fans, it was truly, truly the most outrageous of times. The last decade for both a thriving schedule of network Saturday morning cartoons and a full complement of weekday syndicated programming, the 1980s saw a television animation boom featuring a cast of colorful and eclectic characters. The offerings ran the gamut from the blatantly commercial (He-Man and the Masters of the Universe) to the surprisingly unmarketable (Jem) to the utterly inexplicable (The New Adventures of Mighty Mouse). Andrew Farago provides an inside look at the history of the most popular cartoons of the decade, as told by the writers, animators, voice actors, and other creative talents who brought to life to some of the era's most enduring animation and forgotten classics. Hardcover, 9-in. x 11-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $50.00.

1st printing. Story and art by Ron Kasman. July 4, 1971. Five naive young men hit New York for love, sex, art, and comic books. What they encounter is the pivotal time when comics change from a business to an art form and the group meet artist Allan Caldwell, blacklisted for his testimony to Congress which destroyed major comic publishers. Softcover, 228 pages, B&W. Cover price $18.99.

1st printing. By Justina Robson. The Covenant of Primus delves into the depths of Transformers mythology to reveal the backstory that's previously only been hinted at. Encased in an interlocking Autobot emblem that when pulled open emits Transformer sounds, this tome is a gift to humans from Alpha Trion, one of the ancient Thirteen Primes - the first of the Transformers. Little is known about Alpha Trion, and the rest of the Thirteen Primes have been shrouded in mystery - until now. The Covenant of Primus reveals the stories of these ancient heroes for the first time. Never-before-seen illustrations depict battles, portraits of the Thirteen Primes, and detailed scenes of the Transformers' world. Hardcover, 16 1/2-in. x 15-in., 176 pages, full color. Cover price $99.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Collects Transformers Universe (1986) #1-4.

By Bob Budiansky, Ian Akin, and Brian Garvey.

From Air Raid to Wreck-Gar, Jazz to Soundwavbe, Bumblebee to Megatron; this is an in-depth guide to the powers and abilities of over 100 Transformers.

Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $5.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

Add to cart Near Mint $12.00

1st printing.

By Abraham Riesman.

Stan Lee is one of the most beloved and influential entertainers to emerge from the twentieth century. He served as head editor of Marvel for three decades and launched more pieces of internationally recognizable intellectual property than anyone other than Walt Disney. But Lee's unprecedented career was also filled with spectacular failures, controversy, and bitter disputes.

True Believer chronicles the world-changing triumphs and tragic missteps of an extraordinary life, and leaves it to readers to decide whether Lee lived up to the responsibilities of his own talent.

Hardcover, 6-in.x 9-in., 416 pages, Text.

Cover price $28.00.

1st printing.

By Carol Pinchefsky. Foreword by Jennifer Frazier.

This geeky guide (by an avowed geek) shows you the ins-and-outs of making money involved in the worlds you love to immerse yourself in or one you want to create. Turn Your Fandom Into Cash teaches fans how to power up their own geeky businesses, harness the power of their fandom, and shield themselves against the wrath of intellectual property holders. This book will also offer real-world examples for aspiring Tony Starks and Bruce Waynes.

This book is filled with advice from geeky creators, all of whom have earned money following their passions. Truly, there has never been a better time to have a geek business.

Softcover, 6-in. x 7-in., 224 pages, Text.

Cover price $17.95.

1st printing. By Hayao Miyazaki. In the mid-1990s, filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki moved from success to success as his work found an audience outside of Japan. His animated films of the era, including Princess Mononoke, Howl's Moving Castle, and Ponyo, were internationally lauded, and Miyazaki won an Academy Award in 2003 for his popular and critical hit Spirited Away. Follow Miyazaki as his vision matures, as cinema-lovers worldwide embrace his creations, and as critics such as Roger Ebert take up the cause of animation and Miyazaki's films. In a legendary career, these crucial years represent the turning point. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 500 pages, B&W. Cover price $29.99.

1st Edition - 1st printing. By Bart Beaty. For over seventy-five years, Archie and the gang at Riverdale High have been America's most iconic teenagers, delighting generations of readers with their never-ending exploits. Twelve-Cent Archie is not only the first scholarly study of the Archie comic, it is an innovative creative work in its own right. Fans of the comics will be thrilled to read in-depth examinations of their favorite characters and motifs, including individual chapters devoted to Jughead's hat and Archie's sweater-vest. But the book also has plenty to interest newcomers to Riverdale, as it recounts the behind-the-scenes history of the comics and analyzes how Archie helped shape our images of the American teenager. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 232 pages, PC/PB&W. Cover price $26.95.

Revised Edition - 1st printing. By Bart Beaty. Now with full color illustrations! For over seventy-five years, Archie and the gang at Riverdale High have been America's most iconic teenagers, delighting generations of readers with their never-ending exploits. Twelve-Cent Archie is not only the first scholarly study of the Archie comics, it is an innovative creative work in its own right. Fans of the comics will be thrilled to read in-depth examinations of their favorite characters and motifs, including individual chapters devoted to Jughead's hat and Archie's sweater-vest. But the book also has plenty to interest newcomers to Riverdale, as it recounts the behind-the-scenes history of the comics and analyzes how Archie helped shape our image of the American teenager. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 232 pages, full color. Cover price $29.95.

3rd Edition - 1st printing.

By Mark Bellomo.

Welcome to The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe, 1982-1994, 3rd edition, the definitive reference to this revolutionary line of toys. Within the pages of this extraordinary guide you'll find every domestic 3-3/4-inch G.I. Joe toy (accessory, action figure, playset and vehicle) produced by Hasbro from 1982-1994, the entire vintage run of the celebrated line. Thanks to the efforts of acclaimed toy expert Mark Bellomo, no other book gives you the depth of details about this revolutionary toy line like this exciting and innovative reference. You'll also enjoy original art and Foreword from Larry Hama, author of the Marvel comic book series and the original G.I. Joe file cards.

Hardcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 336 pages, full color.

Cover price $35.00.

1st printing. By Lorraine Cink and Adam Bray. Go on a fact- and fun-filled journey via the first major Marvel heroes, villains, cowboy stars, and comic characters of the 1940s and 1950s to the iconic, timeless Super Heroes and Super Villains of the Marvel Age of the 1960s and beyond, such as Thor, Hulk, Spider-Man, Doctor Strange, Iron Man, the Avengers, Loki, and Green Goblin. Further sections feature key vehicles and technology, magical artifacts, planets, countries and places, plus a glimpse behind the scenes into Marvel Comics' creative processes and techniques. Cover artwork is by esteemed comic-book artist Adi Granov. Hardcover, 10-in. x 12-in., 320 pages, full color. Cover price $40.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $18.00

Add to cart Near Mint $18.00

1st printing. Collects material from Official Index to the Marvel Universe (2009) #1-13.

Get the complete history of the X-Men from their earliest appearances all the way up to the present day.

This book comes packed with synopses of every issue of Uncanny X-Men-introducing you to the characters, teams, places and equipment that appeared within and providing vital information about all things X! Also includes synopses of Classic X-Men issues only available in this collection.

Softcover, 5 1/2-in. x 8 1/2-in., 328 pages, full color. All Ages

Cover price $19.99.

Add to cart Fine $13.00

Tundra/Kitchen Sink Edition - 1st printing.

Written and illustrated by Scott McCloud.

Utilizing a comics format to explain the comics format, UNDERSTANDING COMICS is an insightful explanation and analysis of the graphic-text art form. Told in a serious manner with equal parts wit and wisdom, this book explores the intricacies of comic book storytelling which differentiate it as mode of expression from television and novels. Touching on the theory and history as well as some of the modern trends of sequential art and copy, this volume is an accessible introduction to the world of comic books.

Softcover, 216 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

Add to cart Very Fine $12.00

Add to cart Very Good $7.99

Tundra/Kitchen Sink Edition - 2nd and later printings.

Written and illustrated by Scott McCloud.

Utilizing a comics format to explain the comics format, UNDERSTANDING COMICS is an insightful explanation and analysis of the graphic-text art form. Told in a serious manner with equal parts wit and wisdom, this book explores the intricacies of comic book storytelling which differentiate it as mode of expression from television and novels. Touching on the theory and history as well as some of the modern trends of sequential art and copy, this volume is an accessible introduction to the world of comic books.

Softcover, 216 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

Unofficial Cartoon Guide to He-Man and the Masters of the Universe - 1st printing. By James Eatock. Written by longtime He-Man historian James "Busta Toons" Eatock, The Unofficial Cartoon Guide to He-Man and the Masters of the Universe meticulously covers all 130 episodes of the Filmation series in text form. Within its over 300 pages are 700 pieces of trivia, 460 deleted scenes, 360 examples of animation reuse, 380 quotes, 50 abandoned episodes, and much more that will astound anyone who has ever ventured into the magical world of Eternia! Softcover, 316 pages, Text Only. Cover price $24.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $10.00

Add to cart Fine $6.80

1st printing. By Simcha Weinstein. While the Jewish contribution to film, theater, music, and comedy has been well-documented, the Jewish role in the creation of the All-American superhero has not been - until now! From the birth of Krypton in Cleveland to the Caped Crusader, Captain America, the Incredible Hulk, Spider-Man, the X-Men, and more, Up, Up, and Oy Vey! chronicles the uncanny story behind the story about the origins of the planet's most famous superheroes. Cover price $19.95.

Add to cart Near Mint $19.00

Add to cart Near Mint $19.00

1st printing. By Ed Gross. Cover by D.C. Stuelpner. Foreword by Brandon Routh. Afterword by Mark Waid. For over 80 years, every generation has had their own Superman, whether it be BudCollyer in the 1940s, George Reeves in the 1950s, Christopher Reeve in the 1970sand 1980s, Dean Cain and Tim Daly in the 1990s, Tom Welling and Brandon Routh inthe 2000s, Henry Cavill in the 2010s, and Tyler Hoechlin in the 2020s, along with over80 others. All will be featured in Voices from Krypton, the definitive oral history of the Man of Steel on film and in the comics. From the character's creation in the1930s by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster to his latest adventures, it's all hereas told in the words of hundreds of actors, writers, directors, artists, pop culture andcomic historians, and more. Hardcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 174 pages, Text (with B&W Photos and Illustrations). Cover price $36.99.

1st printing. By Steve Starger and J. David Spurlock. Journalist Steve Starger and historian J. David Spurlock tell a concise but sweeping tale of Wood's life and times, supply critical examination of Wood's work, publish never-before-seen Wood drawings and photos, and offer a brisk and colorful history of the comic book industry and the American century from the Depression through the early 1980s. Softcover, 224 pages, B&W. Cover price $24.95.

1st printing.

Written byBill Scollon. Art by Adrienne Brown.

Walt Disney is undoubtedly one of the most influential figures in American history. With Walt Disney: Drawn from Imagination, young readers can learn about the man behind the mouse. They'll learn that Walt came from very humble beginnings, growing up on a farm in Marceline, Missouri. The informative and approachable narrative details Walt's service in World War I, his early ambitions to be an animator, and the creation of Mickey Mouse. From there, the story chronicles Walt's major film developments, including Snow White and Bambi, and the genesis of Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Aspiring young animators, Disney fans, and dreamers of all kinds will be inspired by Walt's ambitions and achievements..

Softcover, 5-in. x 8-in., 144 pages, full color. Cover price $7.99.

1st printing.

On November 18, 1928, the world's most famous mouse made his very first debut.

Today, we celebrate 90 years of Mickey in one of the most expansive illustrated publications on the Disney universe. Starting with the first sketches of a character originally named Mortimer, we trace the career of Walt's and Ub's most famous creation. With unlimited access to the Disney archives and public and private collections, the authors bring Mickey's success story to life: concept art, story sketches, backgrounds, and animation drawings as well as historical photographs trace the origins and evolution of such timeless favorites as Steamboat Willie, The Band Concert, and Brave Little Tailor.

Unfinished projects, many of them presented for the first time through original storyboard drawings, unveil a Mickey that might have been. Extensive archival research sheds new light on little-known chapters of Mickey's career, such as his pioneering radio shows, the origins of the Mickey Mouse Club, or his use as a patriotic icon during World War Two.

Today, at the tender age of 90, Mickey remains as lovable and popular as ever.

Hardcover, 11-in. x 16-in., 480 pages, full color.

NOTE: Ships in a box case with a handle.

Cover price $200.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

Add to cart Near Mint $14.00

1st printing.

Edited by Daniel Kothenschulte. Text by J.B. Kaufman and David Gerstein. Cover by Les Clark. Foreword by Bob Iger.

On November 18, 1928, the world's most famous mouse made his very first debut.

Today, we celebrate 90 years of Mickey in one of the most expansive illustrated publications on the Disney universe. Starting with the first sketches of a character originally named Mortimer, we trace the career of Walt's and Ub's most famous creation. With unlimited access to the Disney archives and public and private collections, the authors bring Mickey's success story to life: concept art, story sketches, backgrounds, and animation drawings as well as historical photographs trace the origins and evolution of such timeless favorites as Steamboat Willie, The Band Concert, and Brave Little Tailor.

Hardcover, 6 1/2-in. x 9-in., 512 pages, full color.

Cover price $25.00.

1st printing. Text By J.B. Kaufman and David Gerstein. Introduction by Bob Iger. On November 18, 1928, the world's most famous mouse made his very first public debut. Today, we celebrate 90+ years of Mickey in one of the most expansive illustrated publications on the Disney universe. Starting with the first sketches of a character who was almost named Mortimer, we trace the career of Walt Disney's and Ub Iwerks's most famous creation, one met with an explosion of worldwide popularity preceded only by the earlier successes of Charlie Chaplin. With unlimited access to Disney's vast historical collections as well as public and private collections, the authors bring Mickey's success story to life: concept art, story sketches, background paintings, and animation drawings as well as historical photographs trace the origins and evolution of such timeless favorites as Steamboat Willie, The Band Concert, and Brave Little Tailor. They also follow Mickey as he builds on this legendary library of short cartoons by appearing in two historic feature-length films, Fantasia and Fun and Fancy Free.Unfinished projects, many of them presented for the first time through original storyboard drawings, unveil a Mickey that might have been. Extensive archival research sheds new light on little-known chapters of Mickey's career, such as his pioneering radio shows, the origins of the Mickey Mouse Club, and his use as a patriotic icon during World War II. Along the way, we encounter the work of all major Mickey artists in both film and comics, including such greats as Ub Iwerks, Win Smith, Ferdinand Horvath, Fred Moore, Floyd Gottfredson, Carl Barks, Manuel Gonzales, Paul Murry, Romano Scarpa, Giorgio Cavazzano, Byron Erickson, César Ferioli, and Noel Van Horn. Mickey Mouse has left an indelible mark on everyday culture as well as high art, becoming a favored subject for Pop artists such as Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, and Roy Lichtenstein. As Walt Disney once said: "I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing-that it was all started by a mouse." And an end to the success story is nowhere in sight. Today, 90 years after his creation, Mickey remains as lovable and popular as ever. Let's pay tribute to the little fellow, his legend, and his legacy with a monument to the one and only Mickey Mouse. Hardcover, 10-in. x 13-in., 496 pages, full color. Cover price $80.00.

Add to cart Near Mint $30.00

1st printing.

text by Don Hahn and Charles Solomon.

Produced in conjunction with The Walt Disney Family Museum's 2018 exhibition of the same name, Walt Disney's Nine Old Men: Masters of Animation features an array of fascinating artwork and family mementos from each of Walt Disney's team of animators - Les Clark, Marc Davis, Ollie Johnston, Milt Kahl, Ward Kimball, Eric Larson, John Lounsbery, Wolfgang Reitherman, and Frank Thomas - such as sketchbooks, caricatures, and snapshots, as well as original art from the classic films Pinocchio (1940), Bambi (1942), Peter Pan (1953), Lady and the Tramp (1955), and Sleeping Beauty (1959). Personal art, paintings, sculptures, flip-books, and hundreds of original animation drawings are all faithfully presented, alongside pencil tests and final color scenes that showcase their genius.

Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 160 pages, full color.

Cover price $50.00.

1st printing. By James Eric Black. One of the most popular comic strips of the 1950s and the first to reference politics of the day, Walt Kelly's Pogo took on Joe McCarthy before the controversial senator was a blip on Edward R. Murrow's radar. The strip's satire was so biting, it was often relegated to newspaper editorial sections at a time when artists in other media were blacklisted for far less. Pogo was the vanguard of today's political comic strips, such as Doonesbury and Pearls Before Swine, and a precursor of the modern political parody of late night television. This comprehensive biography of Kelly reveals the life of a conflicted man and unravels the symbolism and wordplay of his art for modern readers. Softcover, 6-in. x 9-in., 228 pages, B&W. Cover price $39.99.

1st printing. For the first time an exhaustive look at the art and career of Walt Kelly, from his days at Disney working on such films as Snow White, Fantasia, and Dumbo to his work for Dell comics culminating with his work on Pogo, this full-color artbook has it all! Full of original never-before-seen artwork, Disney artwork, beautiful examples of Kelly's comic book and book covers, and animation art. This definitive survey of Kelly's career presents essays by Walt Kelly scholars Tom Andrae, Carsten Laqua, and Mark Burstein together with an appreciation by Kelly's stepson, Scott Daley. Also featured is the complete never-before-printed interview with Ward Kimball, one of Disney's "Nine Old Me," sharing an inside look at Walt Kelly and the Disney Studio. Also featured is a full-color Pogo Sunday sequence. Hardcover, 9-in. x 12-in., 244 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.

Unsigned Edition - 1st printing. This book covers the entire history of the company from 1956 to 1983, examining all the titles including Creepy, Eerie, Vampirella, Blazing Combat, Help!, and The Spirit. Including the most definitive checklist ever compiled on the company, this tome also features a new painted cover by Alex Horley. Also featuring new articles on Richard Corben, Frank Frazetta, Steve Ditko and interviews with Bernie Wrightson, Jim Warren, Will Eisner, Neal Adams, Gene Colan. Hardcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 288 pages, B&W. Cover price $39.95.