Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. I worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. One of the capping moments for the death and return of. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939.
Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. After supermans death, john henry irons decided what to do with the extended lease on life that superman gave him. Following the very basic trappings of journalism its a nice little accoutrement that adds a different dimension to the saga. An oral history of the original death and return of. What is the value of superman issue 500 back from the dead worth. Death of the endless is referenced in the 2009 young adult novel, the suicide club, by rhys thomas.
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He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. One of the capping moments for the death and return of superman was the publication of the somewhat surreal inuniverse newstime magazine. At an editorial meeting in 1993 or 1994 with various executives, they were noting that the death of superman had just been mentioned on the today show, says former marvel editor bob budiansky. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. Death not of the endless was also the narrator and host of the big book of death 1995, a large format comic in the ripleys believe it or not strange but true genre which came out from paradox press, an imprint of dc. Authors signatures can undoubtedly increase the value of a rare book or first edition. It is a 400 page novel that includes reign of the supermen, funeral for a freind, and the battle with doomsday and a whole ton of backstory the first few chapters. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939.
Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. But the only way to stop him is by sacrificing his own life. The death and life of superman on november 18, 1992, the news of supermans death stunned the world. This issue is reprinted in the the death of superman as well as the 2016 edition trade paperbacks, the superman. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc. The man of steel is a monthly american comic book series that ran for 6 issues from 1991 to 2003, featuring superman and published by dc comics. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle.
Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Jan 22, 2014 on the first episode of comic book hunter i am on the hunt for the death of superman. Im going to comiccon this year if the virus is over by then. How did superman return to life after his original death in the comics. Dec 30, 2017 it depends on the edition, condition, etc. After superman s death, john henry irons decided what to do with the extended lease on life that superman gave him. Death of superman trade paperback platinum edition. Aug 01, 1993 i have ambivalent feelings concerning the death and life of superman. The success of the death of superman led to similar mandates at marvel. Two marquis issues not just in the history of the fantastic four, but in marvel are both currently tied as 65k at their highest value.
The death and life of superman by roger stern 1993, hardcover. The death of superman made international headlines and shaped the last son of kryptons comic universe for years to come. An oral history of the original death and return of superman. The death and return of superman omnibus includes the bestselling trade paperbacks the death of superman and the return of superman, as well as portions of world without a superman, plus 40 pages of bonus extras including promotional material and product spotlights. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. The death of superman 1993 comic read the death of. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books. The death and life of superman on november 18, 1992, the news of superman s death stunned the world. Values of death of superman, the free comic book price guide. On the first episode of comic book hunter i am on the hunt for the death of superman. I recommend this book to all superman fans, because its an important chapter in the character and dc universe. On november 18, 1992, news of supermans death shocked the world as the legendary man of steel was killed defending metropolis. Death of superman comic book value price guide posted on by comics watcher 19 comments v chances are you stumbled upon this article looking for the value of the death of superman comic book you have or are interested in buyingselling.
Oct 05, 2017 the success of the death of superman led to similar mandates at marvel. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published feb 1993 by dc. The death and life of superman was first written in the early 90s and spanned across several comic book series, including action comics, superman, and superman. What made the death of superman promotion so much different than all the rest of the specious comics marketing schemes cooked up during the early 1990s was that it was aimed at the general public. I have a copy of death of superman wanting to sell. The issue of superman that chronicled the man of steels final battle with the monster called doomsday made headlines all over the world and sold four million copies in a matter of days, making it the fastestselling comic book of all time. I have ambivalent feelings concerning the death and life of superman. Curt connors as a villain seldom gets the respect hes deserved. If the assembled might of the jla cant do it, what hope does he have. If you are in the market to buy or sell a death of superman trade paperback comic book, make sure you know which version you have. What is the value of superman issue 500 back from the dead.
This was like dc had just dropped a nuclear bomb on us. When the intergalactic serial killer doomsday is unearthed, superman meets the creature head on in the battle to end all battles. Either one of these is worth your time and effort to find if youre hunting down issues to invest in. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. Unfollow superman 1993 the death of superman to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics.
What is the value of a 1993 superman comic reign of the supermen. As a result of introducing this series alongside its already existing titles, dc comics was able to publish a new superman comic each week. Can superman stop the seemingly mindless, unstoppable creature called doomsday. Doomsday, the build up to the appearance of the pseudo supermen, and the return of the hero that cannot be slain in either body or spirit were all absolutely fantastic. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman. Came in white plastic bag with superman s logo and a bloodlines promotional trading card. This issue is loosely adapted in the 2007 superman. Superman saved his life while henry was on a construction job, and when the worker thanked superman, the hero just asked that he make his life count for something. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics.
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But he did come back to life after four other characters. Publishers like dc would designate certain comic book issues as significant. If you like this, read the death and life of superman by roger stern. In 1995, a port of the game for the sega genesis followed. Buy a cheap copy of the death and life of superman book by roger stern. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Find great deals on ebay for death of superman comic and death of superman comic cgc. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic reign of the. The crossover, which originated from editor mike carlin and writers dan jurgens, roger stern, louise simonson, jerry ordway, and karl kesel, began in december 1992 and lasted until october 1993. Roger stern took all of these stories and put them together to form a complete tale that read like a novel from start to finish. Now available digitally for the first time ever, this periodical. Find out how you can avoid common pitfalls in identifying an authors signature.
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