Stan Lee Boeken

The Stan Lee/John Romita era starts here! Lee and Romita transformed the web-slinger into Marvel's top title with stories that raised your spirits, tore at your heartstrings and kept you on the edge of your seat. From the revelation of the Green Goblin's secret identity to the unforgettable entrance of Mary Jane Watson, these classics define Spidey to this day - with star-studded debuts including the Kingpin, the Rhino and Captain Stacy; Spidey's disastrous first tryout with the Avengers; the iconic "Spider-Man No More!" issue; and an epic battle against the Green Goblin!Amazing Spder-Man (1963) 39-67, Amazing Spider-Man Annual (1963) 3-5, Spectacular Spider-Man (1968) 1-2

In 1962, in the pages of a series slated for cancellation, Stan Lee and Steve Ditko created one of the most enduring icons in American popular media: the amazing Spider-Man! Turning the concept of a super hero on its head, they imbued the young, guilt-ridden Peter Parker with the fantastic powers of an arachnid and the fantastic pressures of an everyday teenager. The combination was pure magic. In 40 issues of web-slinging, wisecracking wonderment, Lee and Ditko built the foundation for decades of Spidey spectaculars: girl trouble, bill trouble, bully trouble, the Daily Bugle, and a cast of friends, family and foes unlike any other! Now, experience the entire Lee/Ditko Spider-Man run in one gorgeous volume! COLLECTING: Amazing Fantasy (1961) 15, Amazing Spider-Man (1963) 1-38, Amazing Spider-Man Annual (1964) 1-2, Strange Tales Annual (1962) 2, Fantastic Four Annual (1963) 1

The definitive guide to the characters of the Marvel Universe Are you fascinated by comic books and obsessed with super heroes? The bestselling Marvel Encyclopediagives you the definitive details and histories of more than 1,200 of Marvel's most memorable characters. Now updated to include expanded entries for Spider-Man, Wolverine, X-Men, Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk and the Avengers, this unique A-Z lets you get closer to your favourite Marvel super heroes. You can find out about 50 exciting new characters, such as Odin and Doctor Nemesis, and all the latest important events in the Marvel universe, such as the Dark Reign, Avengers Vs X-Men and the Age of Ultron. Each super hero explodes from the page with original art from Marvel Comics' finest artists and facts from a team of top Marvel comic book writers. Experience the power of the Marvel super heroes with the revised and updated Marvel Encyclopedia(previous ISBN 9781405344357)- it packs a knock-out punch for all Marvel fans.

Steve Rogers' closest friends and allies may have found a way to bring back Captain America. Or is what they found something more sinister? The Red Skull's greatest plan to destroy Captain America has been in motion and its completion is almost at hand. Will Captain America be lose forever or will he be REBORN? COLLECTING: Captain America (2004) 43-50, 600-601; Captain America: Reborn (2009) 1-6, Digital Prologue

This anthology contains twelve key stories from the first two years of Spider-Man's publication history (from 1962 to 1964). These influential adventures not only transformed the super hero fantasy into an allegory for the pain of adolescence but also brought a new ethical complexity to the genre--by insisting that with great power there must also come great responsibility

Included in the volume are "This Man, This Monster," the story of an anguished Thing the debut of the Black Panther and Klaw; an all-out battle between the Thing and the Silver Surfer; the original Human Torch vs. Johnny Storm; and the four-part saga in which the dreaded Dr. Doom steals the Surfer's cosmic powers. Collects Fantastic Four (Vol. 1) #51-60, Annual #4

With the Incredible Hulk firmly enscounced in the limelight thanks to Marvel's forthcoming movie program (and the success of 2003's Hulk movie), Marvel Platinum: the Definitive Hulk collects the best of Hulk's comic book triumphs throughout the last 45 years. Featuring some of the Green Goliath's most pivotal moments and including art and stories by the cream of Marvel's talent, this is an unmissable slice of Hulk history.

At a scientific demonstration about radiation, high-school student Peter Parker is accidentally bitten by an irradiated spider, which bestows upon him the arachnid’s incredible abilities. When a burglar kills his beloved Uncle Ben, the grief-stricken Peter learns a valuable lesson: that with great power there also comes great responsibility. He vows to use his new found powers to help his fellow man and becomes the Amazing Spider-Man...Marvel Platinum: The Definitive Spider-Man brings together the very best tales from Spidey's 50 year history, including some of his greatest and most pivotal moments. Includes an exclusive introduction by character co-creator and founder of the Marvel Universe, Stan Lee! Includes Spider-Man's Marvel Universe entry, detailing his history and powers. Not available as a US import (UK-specific book) An essential guide to Spider-Man!Amazing Fantasy #15, Amazing Spider-Man #121-122, 300, 500, 545, 600, Amazing Spider-Man Annual #21, Sensational Spider-Man volume 2 #41

Bow before the majesty of Doctor Doom! The greatest villain of all is celebrated in a tome of tyranny six decades in the making! Featuring the Latverian ruler’s first battle with the accursed Reed Richards and his Fantastic Four — and their most epic clashes since! Plus: Doom’s unforgettable encounters with Spider-Man, Iron Man, the X-Men and the Avengers! A trip to hell with Doctor Strange! The power of the Beyonder! Victor von Doom’s incredible life story contained in the Books of Doom! And more tales of the Lord of Latveria!Collects Fantastic Four (1961) #5-6, 39-40, 246-247, 258-260, 350, 352; Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #5; Marvel Super-Heroes (1967) #20; Giant-Size Super-Villain Team-Up (1975) #1-2; Super-Villain Team-Up (1975) #13-14; Champions (1975) #16; Amazing Spider-Man Annual (1964) #14; Uncanny X-Men (1981) #145-147; Iron Man (1968) #149-150; Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars (1984) #10-12; Marvel Graphic Novel: Emperor Doom (1987); Marvel Graphic Novel: Doctor Strange and Doctor Doom — Triumph and Torment (1989); Fantastic Four (1998) #67-70, 500; Fantastic Four Special (2005) #1; Books of Doom (2005) #1-6; material from Fantastic Four (1961) #236, 358; Fantastic Four Annual (1963) #2; Astonishing Tales (1970) #1-3, 6-8; Marvel Double Shot (2003) #2.