American Way Those Above and Below (2017 DC/Vertigo) comic books 2016-2018
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Issue #1
Published Sep 2017 by DC/Vertigo.$2.50
$2.50
Written by John Ridley. Art and Cover by Georges Jeanty. It's been a decade since the Civil Defense Corps was exposed as a fraud created by the U.S. Government for propaganda purposes. While most of the heroes who survived the catastrophe have retired or disappeared, the New American still carries on, trying to keep communities safe amid the social turmoil of the 1970s. But with the nation split in two over civil rights and the changing political landscape, this isn't easy. Some of the American's former colleagues are on opposite sides of the law: Amber Waves joined a group of domestic terrorists, while Missy, a.k.a. Ole Miss, has thrown her hat into the political ring. As the ground shifts beneath his feet and new threats arise, which side will the American choose? This sequel to the hit miniseries by the original team of writer John Ridley (Oscar-winning screenwriter of 12 Years a Slave and creator of TV's American Crime) and artist Georges Jeanty (Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season Eight, Serenity: No Power in the 'Verse) moves the story forward in history, factoring in how real-life events might be affected by the presence of superheroes, and how those events change the heroes in turn. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.
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Issue #2
Published Oct 2017 by DC/Vertigo.$2.50
$2.50
Written by John Ridley. Art and Cover by Georges Jeanty. The conflict with political radicals that took one man's life sits heavy with Jason. Accusations that, by continuing to be the superhero the American, he's become a pawn for the government have taken on a new sharpness as the Civil Rights movement of the 1970s gains an added urgency. This call to do what's right is one that his former ally Amber Waves has already answered by taking matters into her own hands and using her powers to protest injustice-and she's already paying the deadly cost as the police and Federal agents attack her where she lives. The sequel to the hit comics series continues, crafted by writer John Ridley (TV's American Crime and Guerrilla). 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.
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Issue #3
Published Nov 2017 by DC/Vertigo.$2.50
$2.50
Written by John Ridley. Art and Cover by Georges Jeanty. Things are heating up for the surviving heroes of the Civil Defense Corps. Jason's actions against Black Power groups have gotten him noticed by the dark side of the government agencies that once controlled the superhero program. Meanwhile, Amber Waves' acts of domestic terrorism are bringing the police close to her door! Continuing the new miniseries by acclaimed author John Ridley, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of 12 Years a Slave and creator of American Crime, and artist Georges Jeanty (Buffy the Vampire Slayer). 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.
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Issue #4
Published Jan 2018 by DC/Vertigo.$2.50
$2.50
Written by John Ridley. Art and Cover by Georges Jeanty. Civil unrest intensifies following the radical anti-establishment violence and the attempted assassination of Missy Devereaux. Jason is pushed to balance his allegiances and assess his priorities as he tracks Missy's superhuman assailant and federal authorities hone in on Amber's cell. Radically unafraid of the looming threat, Amber's commitment to the cause inches closer to a death wish-and a devastating betrayal may grant it. 32 pages, full color, Rated M Cover price $3.99.
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Issue #5
Published Jan 2018 by DC/Vertigo.$2.50
$2.50
Written by John Ridley. Art by Georges Jeanty and John Livesay. Cover by Georges Jeanty. The American has discovered there is a new superhuman on the scene, and the young man is none too happy to be confronted by a costumed hero, especially not one he thinks is a government stooge. It's a deadly standoff as fire meets fire-almost literally! Meanwhile, there is dissension in the ranks amongst the radicals as Amber Waves' erratic behavior continues to bring heat of another kind down on all of them. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.
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Issue #6
Published Apr 2018 by DC/Vertigo.$2.50
Written by John Ridley. Art and Cover by Georges Jeanty. The American is faced with a final choice: He can defeat and arrest his new foe, or he can join the young man with powers as incendiary as his agenda and fight for civil justice. What if choosing law and order means perpetuating decades of oppression? Meanwhile, Ole Miss faces her own crossroads. It's the conclusion of the acclaimed miniseries from Oscar-winning writer John Ridley that's sure to keep readers talking for a long time to come. 32 pages, full color. Mature Readers Cover price $3.99.
