Comic books February 2012

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Best gal pals Betty and Veronica have shopping for clothes down to a science. When it comes to sales, fashion, and timing, these seasoned fashionistas are on top of their game with their stellar teamwork! But what could possibly spilt up the dream team? Cover price $3.99.

Volume 9 - 1st printing. Written by Tsugumi Ohba. Art By Takeshi Obata. With Aiko Iwase teaming up with Eiji to get a series in Shonen Jump, Moritaka and Akito have another major rival to contend with. Can the duo get their series serialized and succeed in Jump this time? And when Akito has to ask for permission to marry Kaya, he'll have to face her father, a master in Karate! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 208 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

Written by Sergio Aragones and Paul Kupperberg. Art by Sergio Aragones & Various. Cover by Jason Ho. Bart plans to get back at the school bullies leads to a panic in the streets and an entire town in search of gold! Then, Jimbo, Dolph, and Kearney... a whole lot of eggs... and the Duff Blimp... get the picture? Also, Sergio Aragonés lets loose in another installment of 'Maggie's Crib.' Cover price $2.99.

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Written by Gail Simone. Art by Ardian Syaf and Vicente Cifuentes. Cover by Adam Hughes. Batgirl's secret past finally catches up to her as she races to a final confrontation with the deadly sociopath Mirror! All the answers start right here in this thrilling issue! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Cover by Greg Capullo (W) Scott Snyder (A) Greg Capullo, Jonathan Glapion Shocking discoveries lead Batman deeper into the mystery of the Court of Owls and its secret and bloody ties to both Gotham City and the Wayne family. But an even deadlier threat awaits Batman: a trap set hundreds of years ago, far beneath his city. The war for Gotham's soul begins here! Cover price $2.99.

Add to cart Fine $6.00	Add to cart FN 6.0 $6.00	Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $105.00 View scans CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Sigs: James Tyion IV on 5/20/2017, Greg Capullo on 8/18/2017 and Scott Snyder on 8/19/2017 Mike Choi Retailer Incentive. Label #18-0768BFD-045 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics	Add to cart CGC 9.6 $52.00 View scan Paper: White Variant Cover Label #1252247001 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics
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Limited Variant Cover by Mike Choi (W) Scott Snyder (A) Greg Capullo, Jonathan Glapion Shocking discoveries lead Batman deeper into the mystery of the Court of Owls and its secret and bloody ties to both Gotham City and the Wayne family. But an even deadlier threat awaits Batman: a trap set hundreds of years ago, far beneath his city. The war for Gotham's soul begins here! Cover price $2.99.

Limited 1 for 200 Variant Cover by Greg Capullo (W) Scott Snyder (A) Greg Capullo, Jonathan Glapion Shocking discoveries lead Batman deeper into the mystery of the Court of Owls and its secret and bloody ties to both Gotham City and the Wayne family. But an even deadlier threat awaits Batman: a trap set hundreds of years ago, far beneath his city. The war for Gotham's soul begins here! Cover price $2.99.

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Batman and Robin are at the mercy of NoBody as he forces them to embrace a new way to battle crime and injustice. But Batman has other ideas! Plus: Don't miss the origin of NoBody! Cover price $2.99.

1st printing. Collects Batman: Son of the Demon GN (1988), Bride of the Demon GN (1990) and Birth of the Demon GN (1993). Written by Mike W. Barr and Dennis O'Neil. Art by Jerry Bingham, Tom Grindberg and Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Andy Kubert. SON OF THE DEMON, BRIDE OF THE DEMON and BIRTH OF THE DEMON are collected in a single volume of stories that focus on The Dark Knight and Talia al Ghul, Ra's al Ghul's desire to have an heir, and the real story of the immortal villain and his drive for world domination. Softcover, 296 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

2nd and later printings. Collects Batman: Son of the Demon GN (1988), Bride of the Demon GN (1990) and Birth of the Demon GN (1993). Written by Mike W. Barr and Dennis O'Neil. Art by Jerry Bingham, Tom Grindberg and Norm Breyfogle. Cover by Andy Kubert. SON OF THE DEMON, BRIDE OF THE DEMON and BIRTH OF THE DEMON are collected in a single volume of stories that focus on The Dark Knight and Talia al Ghul, Ra's al Ghul's desire to have an heir, and the real story of the immortal villain and his drive for world domination. Softcover, 296 pages, full color. Cover price $29.99.

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1st printing. Collects Batman: Gates of Gotham (2011 DC) #1-5 and stories from BATMAN ANNUAL #28 and DETECTIVE COMICS ANNUAL #12.

Written by Scott Snyder and Kyle Higgins. Art and cover by Trevor McCarthy.

Collecting the acclaimed 5-issue miniseries from writers Scott Snyder (AMERICAN VAMPIRE) and Kyle Higgins (NIGHTWING)!

When a mystery as old as Gotham City itself surfaces, Batman assembles a team of his greatest detectives - including Red Robin, Owlman, I-Ching and others - to investigate this startling new enigma. As clues are discovered and the mystery deepens, Batman's team soon finds itself on a journey that explores different eras in Gotham's history and touches upon notable Gotham families including the Waynes, Kanes, and Elliotts.

This miniseries spins out of recent events in the Batman titles and sets the stage for several exciting storylines in 2011.

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

2nd and later printings. Collects Batman: Gates of Gotham (2011 DC) #1-5 and stories from BATMAN ANNUAL #28 and DETECTIVE COMICS ANNUAL #12.

Written by Scott Snyder and Kyle Higgins. Art and cover by Trevor McCarthy.

Collecting the acclaimed 5-issue miniseries from writers Scott Snyder (AMERICAN VAMPIRE) and Kyle Higgins (NIGHTWING)!

When a mystery as old as Gotham City itself surfaces, Batman assembles a team of his greatest detectives - including Red Robin, Owlman, I-Ching and others - to investigate this startling new enigma. As clues are discovered and the mystery deepens, Batman's team soon finds itself on a journey that explores different eras in Gotham's history and touches upon notable Gotham families including the Waynes, Kanes, and Elliotts.

This miniseries spins out of recent events in the Batman titles and sets the stage for several exciting storylines in 2011.

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Written by GRANT MORRISON. Art by CHRIS BURNHAM and CAMERON STEWART. Cover by CHRIS BURNHAM. In this sensational, giant-sized one-shot spinning out of BATMAN INCORPORATED, Batman realizes to his horror that he's been outwitted as the true identity of Leviathan continues to elude him. Is his deadly adversary an old foe with a grudge to settle, a new face of evil...or something completely different? Only one thing is certain: You won't soon forget the shocking ending! Cover price $6.99.

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Cover by Neal Adams (W/A) Neal Adams Batman has sidestepped death time and time again, but that all ends in this issue with the gut-wrenching reality of the Underworld. It's a surreal - yet all too real - voyage into a personal hell of his own. Batman will never be the same. Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 10 Sketch Variant Cover by Neal Adams (W/A) Neal Adams Batman has sidestepped death time and time again, but that all ends in this issue with the gut-wrenching reality of the Underworld. It's a surreal - yet all too real - voyage into a personal hell of his own. Batman will never be the same. Cover price $3.99.

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Join the Caped Crusader for a special holiday story. Chanukah is coming, but constant struggles against injustice in Gotham's worst slum can wear anyone down - even the heroic Ragman! Can Batman restore his ally's faith in justice...and his faith in himself? Cover price $2.99.

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Add to cart CBCS 9.4 $48.00 View scan CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: David Finch on 3/1/2020. Label #21-1EAEE22-092 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics	Add to cart CBCS 9.2 $45.00 View scan CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: David Finch on 3/1/2020. Label #21-1EAEE22-090 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout. Other items consigned by Saddle River Comics

Batman must race against time to save a friend's life. But his mission may prove impossible as he reels under the weight of three hundred chemically enhanced super-criminals who stand against him. All clues point to one psychotic criminal, and all roads to a solution that will lead to one secret location... but will Batman arrive too late to stop the rage let loose on his city? Cover price $2.99.

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1st printing. Collects Batman (1940-2011) #700-703.

Written by Grant Morrison and Fabian Nicieza. Art by David Finch, Andy Kubert, Tony Daniel and Frank Quitely. Cover by David Finch.

Grant Morrison returns to BATMAN! Don't miss this epic that reveals secret details in The Dark Knight's adventures following BATMAN R.I.P and the return of Bruce Wayne to Gotham City!

Softcover, 128 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

1st printing. Collects Batman Vengeance of Bane Special (1993) #1 and Batman Bane of the Demon (1998) #1-4.

Written by Chuck Dixon. Art by Graham Nolan, Eduardo Barreto and Tom Palmer. Painted cover by Glenn Fabry.

The Dark Knight battles the powerful foe who once broke his back in this new, hard-hitting collection! Bane is back - and he's out to break Gotham City as he broke Batman. All he needs to get the job done is a few nuclear weapons! Guest-starring Ra's al Ghul and Talia!

Softcover, 144 pages, full color.

Cover price $14.99.

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Guest-starring Captain America! Who is US Army Ranger Marcus Johnson, and why is he the most wanted man in the world? SHIELD, Taskmaster, Captain America and more want him - dead or alive The mystery deepens as the hunted becomes the hunter! 32 PGS./Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

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Written by JUDD WINICK. Art by CHRISCROSS and RYAN WINN. Cover by BEN OLIVER. As Massacre's bloody reign of murder continues and more heroes fall, Batwing closes in on this mad villain. But with his memories stirring, Batwing's dark past begins to emerge... At last, the truth of his past will come to light. Cover price $2.99.

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Hydrology: Part 4 of 5 - Blood drenches the back alleys of Gotham City in Part four of 'Hydrology' - and Batwoman's life begins to burn! Cover price $2.99.

Hot on the heels of BOOM!'s sold-out, bestselling Planet of the Apes ongoing series comes a brand new four issue mini-series co-written and drawn by Gabriel Hardman (Hulk, Agents of Altas), taking place during the continuity of the original, seminal fan-favorite film! Now on the run, the feared and respected General Aleron must find the one ally in Ape government that can stem the tide of carnage about to crest - for human and ape alike! The conclusion to the not-to-be-missed mini-series!""(W) Gabriel Hardman, Corinna Sara Bechko (A) Gabriel Hardman (CA) Gabriel Hardman, Declan Shalvey Cover price $3.99.

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Hot on the heels of BOOM!'s sold-out, bestselling Planet of the Apes ongoing series comes a brand new four issue mini-series co-written and drawn by Gabriel Hardman (Hulk, Agents of Altas), taking place during the continuity of the original, seminal fan-favorite film! Now on the run, the feared and respected General Aleron must find the one ally in Ape government that can stem the tide of carnage about to crest - for human and ape alike! The conclusion to the not-to-be-missed mini-series!""(W) Gabriel Hardman, Corinna Sara Bechko (A) Gabriel Hardman (CA) Gabriel Hardman, Declan Shalvey Cover price $3.99.

On the road home from Veronica's winter lodge, a car accident leaves the girls stranded in the middle of a snowstorm with no reception and limited provisions! With Betty recovering from a concussion, Veronica takes it upon herself to ensure their survival until they can be rescued by applying her business knowhow to the wilderness. Will Ronnie's knowledge of how to make it in the world of business be enough to withstand the harsh elements? Cover price $2.99.

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Mr. Lodge is determined to put a stop to Veronica and Betty's texting addiction by taking them on vacation and banning the use of their cell phones. It would have been the perfect plan had Mr. Lodge realized there's more than one way to text! Then, 'Word Weary' chronicles Betty volunteering at the library for story time with her unique brand of story telling. As nice as it is for Betty to offer her services, you'll see why it also saves her a trip to the gym! Cover price $3.99.

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1st printing. Story and art by NATALIE NOURIGAT. This honest, autobiographical account of a college senior's life will transport you to the land of Jell-O shots, term papers, job interviews, road trips, and sanguine optimism in the face of uncertainty and change. Trade paperback collects the comic in its entirety, with 30 pages of new material! Softcover, 304 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.

Volume 1 - 1st printing. "Amazing Mysteries!" Edited by Blake Bell. Amazing Mysteries: The Bill Everett Archives is a stunning companion to 2010's critically acclaimed Fire and Water. This volume collects over 200 pages of never-before-reprinted, beautifully restored, full-color stories from one of comic books' greatest visionaries and most accomplished artists. The resulting package enhances Everett's place in history as one of the first and best comic-book creators of all time. Hardcover, 224 pages, full color. Cover price $39.99.

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Cover by Alex Ross Writer: Kevin Smith with Phil Hester Artist: Jonathan Lau Colorist: Ivan Nunes Steve Austin and the evil cyborg Hull engage in a bionic battle that shakes the very foundation of Washington DC. From the posh ballrooms of high society to the bowels of the subway, the half-machine combatants leave a path of destruction through our nation's Capitol. But when Hull's tactics put the lives of innocents in danger, Steve Austin must push his new bionic powers to the limit... and beyond! Cover price $3.99.

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Limited 1 in 10 Variant Cover by Jonathan Lau Writer: Kevin Smith with Phil Hester Artist: Jonathan Lau Colorist: Ivan Nunes Steve Austin and the evil cyborg Hull engage in a bionic battle that shakes the very foundation of Washington DC. From the posh ballrooms of high society to the bowels of the subway, the half-machine combatants leave a path of destruction through our nation's Capitol. But when Hull's tactics put the lives of innocents in danger, Steve Austin must push his new bionic powers to the limit... and beyond! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 15 Virgin Variant Cover by Alex Ross Writer: Kevin Smith with Phil Hester Artist: Jonathan Lau Colorist: Ivan Nunes Steve Austin and the evil cyborg Hull engage in a bionic battle that shakes the very foundation of Washington DC. From the posh ballrooms of high society to the bowels of the subway, the half-machine combatants leave a path of destruction through our nation's Capitol. But when Hull's tactics put the lives of innocents in danger, Steve Austin must push his new bionic powers to the limit... and beyond! Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 25 Variant Cover by Jonathan Lau Writer: Kevin Smith with Phil Hester Artist: Jonathan Lau Colorist: Ivan Nunes Steve Austin and the evil cyborg Hull engage in a bionic battle that shakes the very foundation of Washington DC. From the posh ballrooms of high society to the bowels of the subway, the half-machine combatants leave a path of destruction through our nation's Capitol. But when Hull's tactics put the lives of innocents in danger, Steve Austin must push his new bionic powers to the limit... and beyond! Cover price $3.99.

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Cover by Alex Ross (W) Kevin Smith, Phil Hester (A) Jonathan Lau Steve is reunited with Jaime for the first time since his transformation, but can even his true love find a place in her heart for a lover who is now more machine than man? The truth about the homicidal Hull's origin and its ties to Oscar Goldman come out, and Steve learns that being an O.S.I. agent is a lifetime commitment... sometimes an involuntary one. Cover price $3.99.

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Limited 1 in 10 Variant Cover by Jonathan Lau (W) Kevin Smith, Phil Hester (A) Jonathan Lau Steve is reunited with Jaime for the first time since his transformation, but can even his true love find a place in her heart for a lover who is now more machine than man? The truth about the homicidal Hull's origin and its ties to Oscar Goldman come out, and Steve learns that being an O.S.I. agent is a lifetime commitment... sometimes an involuntary one. Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 15 Virgin Variant Cover by Alex Ross (W) Kevin Smith, Phil Hester (A) Jonathan Lau Steve is reunited with Jaime for the first time since his transformation, but can even his true love find a place in her heart for a lover who is now more machine than man? The truth about the homicidal Hull's origin and its ties to Oscar Goldman come out, and Steve learns that being an O.S.I. agent is a lifetime commitment... sometimes an involuntary one. Cover price $3.99.

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The only thing worse than a bomb on a speeding train is three bombs. Hidden inside the skulls of three different people. All on the same speeding train. And the Birds of Prey - Black Canary, Starling, Katana and Poison Ivy - know the names of only two of these walking bombs. Don't miss the shocking revelation that will rewrite the rules of the team forever! Yes, we know it's only issue #4! Guest starring Batgirl! Cover price $2.99.

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Written by DAVID LISS. Art by SHAWN MARTINBROUGH. Cover by FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA. Part 2 - The war with the Kingpin heats up - with two issues hitting this month! Lady Bullseye and Typhoid Mary are out to kill T'Challa...time to call in Falcon and Luke Cage! The former King of Wakanda and the former Kingpin of crime wage in a deadly game, with the Panther's homeland as the prize! 32 PGS. (each)/Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

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Written by DAVID LISS. Art by MICHAEL AVON OEMING. Cover by FRANCESCO FRANCAVILLA. Part 3 - The war with the Kingpin heats up - with two issues hitting this month! Lady Bullseye and Typhoid Mary are out to kill T'Challa...time to call in Falcon and Luke Cage! The former King of Wakanda and the former Kingpin of crime wage in a deadly game, with the Panther's homeland as the prize! 32 PGS. (each)/Rated T+ Cover price $2.99.

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Written by MIKE COSTA. Art by GRAHAM NOLAN and VICTOR IBANEZ. Cover by KEN LASHLEY. The Blackhawks have a brutal, apocalyptic showdown in the Eyrie against their newest, most dangerous foe. Meanwhile, Canada and Wildman enact a desperate plan to escape their captors...but escape to where? Cover price $2.99.

Volume 38 - 1st printing. "Fear for Fight!" Story and art by Tite Kubo. The Soul Reapers must guard the four pillars that are protecting Karakura Town from destruction at the hands of Aizen's minions. Standing guard are assistant captains Yumichika, Kira, Hisagi and Ikkaku! But when Ikkaku goes down, will Karakura Town fall with him...?! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W. NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left. Cover price $9.99.

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What is Jaime Reyes going to do? La Dama and the unstoppable, mechanical monster known as Silverback both want the scarab for their own nefarious purposes, and Jaime's family and friends want to know why he disappeared. Can he keep his secret safe, or will he risk everything to tell his loved ones the truth? Cover price $2.99.

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story VIKTOR KALVACHEV & ANDREW OSBORNE art VIKTOR KALVACHEV, TOBY CYPRESS & NATHAN FOX cover VIKTOR KALVACHEV 'SURVIVAL INSTINCT' Bullets and bodily fluids fly when uneasy allies face off against ruthless killers in part nine of this fast, funny 100% cool smash hit crime series. See who gets iced, who turns up the heat and who fancies a shag in a Hollywood hot tub as Blue Estate enters the home stretch! (But wait! There's more...at www.BlueEstateComic.com!)""(W) Viktor Kalvachev, Andrew Osborne (A) Viktor Kalvachev & Various (CA) Viktor Kalvachev Cover price $2.99.

Volume 6 - 1st printing.

Story and Art by Kazue Kato.

The heads of the various Myodha temple families gather to discuss recent events surrounding the Eyes of the Impure King. Revelations at the meeting only deepen suspicion of Suguro's father, Tatsuma, and angry accusations follow. Tatsuma's silence on the matter isn't helping either. Amid all the swirling distrust, Rin tries to make sense of things but struggles to keep his flame in check. Then Rin receives a letter that may shed more light on the current situation - and the secret past! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W.

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $9.99.

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Volume 6 - Reprint.

Story and Art by Kazue Kato.

The heads of the various Myodha temple families gather to discuss recent events surrounding the Eyes of the Impure King. Revelations at the meeting only deepen suspicion of Suguro's father, Tatsuma, and angry accusations follow. Tatsuma's silence on the matter isn't helping either. Amid all the swirling distrust, Rin tries to make sense of things but struggles to keep his flame in check. Then Rin receives a letter that may shed more light on the current situation - and the secret past! Softcover, 5-in. x 7-in., 192 pages, B&W.

NOTE: These are Japanese manga-style GNs and are meant to be read right-to-left.

Cover price $9.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Tom Sniegoski. Art by Jeff Smith. The Nacht, the evil dragon that threatens to destroy both the Dreaming and the Waking World, is growing stronger, and twelve-year-old Tom Elm is the champion the Dreaming has chosen to defeat it. Along with Roderick the raccoon, Percival Bone and his nephew and niece, Randolf, Lorimar, and the two stupid Rat Creatures, Tom must race to find the missing pieces of the Spark. This leg of the journey introduces him to a trio of scheming bears and takes him into the depths of a dangerous beehive. And, on top of everything else, a traitor might be among them. . . Hardcover, 236 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $22.99.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. Written by Tom Sniegoski. Art by Jeff Smith. The Nacht, the evil dragon that threatens to destroy both the Dreaming and the Waking World, is growing stronger, and twelve-year-old Tom Elm is the champion the Dreaming has chosen to defeat it. Along with Roderick the raccoon, Percival Bone and his nephew and niece, Randolf, Lorimar, and the two stupid Rat Creatures, Tom must race to find the missing pieces of the Spark. This leg of the journey introduces him to a trio of scheming bears and takes him into the depths of a dangerous beehive. And, on top of everything else, a traitor might be among them. . . Softcover, 236 pages, Text (with B&W Chapter Illustrations). Cover price $10.99.