The Comic Encyclopedia

Author : Ron Goulart
Publisher : It Books
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2004-10-26
Category : Reference
ISBN : 0060538163

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Comic Book Encyclopedia by Ron Goulart Pdf

A 4–colour, illustrated best–of–the–best of the comic book world – with writers/creators who launched an industry (Jack Kirby, Stan Lee), amazing graphic novels (Preacher, The Watcher), legendary artists (Jim Lee) and characters as wide–ranging as Archie, The Gay Ghost, Batman, Blue Devil and the Fantastic Four. Never before has there been a single volume of superheroes, graphic novels, strange comic icons, legendary writers and artists of the comic world. Comic Book Encyclopedia is the multiverse of comic legend and lore for every comic–book fan, and for everyone who wants to understand the characters, history, and universal appeal of this world. Collected into a single volume, this is the best–of–the–best of comics. From the 1930s to today, it includes everything a young, budding comic reader – or an experienced pro – needs to know and/or read.

Author : Matthew K. Manning,Stephen Wiacek,Melanie Scott,Nick Jones,Landry Q. Walker
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-06
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9780744053012

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The DC Comics Encyclopedia New Edition by Matthew K. Manning,Stephen Wiacek,Melanie Scott,Nick Jones,Landry Q. Walker Pdf

The definitive guide to the characters of the DC Multiverse and a vital addition to every comic book fan's bookshelf. Iconic Super Heroes Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, and The Flash have been transformed in recent years, along with many other DC characters. This new edition of the most comprehensive A-Z guide to DC's pantheon of Super Heroes and Super-Villains includes the latest earth-shaking developments in the DC Multiverse, with profiles of more than 1,200 characters. Created in full collaboration with DC, the encyclopedia features characters and art from every key crossover event, including Dark Nights: Metal and its sequel Dark Nights: Death Metal. With a foreword by DC legend Jim Lee, a brand-new cover design, and thrilling comic artwork, the fun and excitement of more than 80 years of comics history explode off every page. Experience the DC Multiverse like never before with The DC Comics Encyclopedia New Edition. Copyright ©2021 DC Comics. All DC characters and elements © & ™ DC Comics. WB SHIELD: ™ & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s21)

Author : Gina Misiroglu
Publisher : Visible Ink Press
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-04-01
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 9781578593958

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The Superhero Book by Gina Misiroglu Pdf

Appealing to the casual comic book reader as well as the hardcore graphic novel fan, this ultimate AtoZ compendium describes everyone’s favorite participants in the eternal battle between good and evil. With nearly 200 entries examining more than 1,000 heroes, icons and their place in popular culture, it is the first comprehensive profile of superheroes across all media, following their path from comic book stardom to radio, television, movies, and novels. The best-loved and most historically significant superheroes—mainstream and counterculture, famous and forgotten, best and worst—are presented with numerous full-color illustrations, including dozens of classic comic covers. Each significant era of the superhero is explored—from the Golden Age of the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s through the Modern Age—providing a unique perspective of the role of the hero over the course of the 20th century and beyond. This latest edition has been revised to reflect updates on existing characters, coverage of new characters, and recent films and media trends in the last several years.

Author : Michael Fleisher,Various
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 1401213898

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Encyclopedia of Comic Book Heroes: Volume 3 - Superman by Michael Fleisher,Various Pdf

Chronicles the first thirty years of Superman's career, recounting more than one thousand adventures and highlighting the villains and disastrous events Superman has saved his adoptive planet from.

Author : Hubert H. Crawford
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : STANFORD:36105007514008

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Crawford's Encyclopedia of Comic Books by Hubert H. Crawford Pdf

Author : Daniel Wallace,Scott Beatty,Robert Greenberger,Philip Jiminez
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Comic books, strips, etc
ISBN : 1405328916

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The DC Comics Encyclopedia by Daniel Wallace,Scott Beatty,Robert Greenberger,Philip Jiminez Pdf

For comic-book fans everywhere - an updated edition of the A-Z reference of the DC universe. New and expanded this one-volume encyclopedia of more than 1,200 of the classic characters created by comics giant DC is essential for any fan. With new entries on the latest DC characters and expanded ones on Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, the JLA, Aquaman, Catwoman and Wonder Woman, all the world-renowned super heroes and super villains are here, as well as the weird and wonderful one-offs. Special features celebrate some of the DC heroes and villains' more memorable exotic vehicles and weaponry, their titanic clashes, or romantic encounters plus recent story developments including the Infinite Crisis. With a brand new cover designed by Alex Ross, one of the world's pre-eminent comic book artists and thrilling original, comic-book art, the fun and excitement of more than 60 years of comic-book history explodes off every page!

Author : Michael L. Fleisher,Janet E. Lincoln
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : UOM:39015048838943

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The Encyclopedia of Comic Book Heroes by Michael L. Fleisher,Janet E. Lincoln Pdf

Author : DORLING KINDERSLEY,Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Comic strip characters
ISBN : 1405344350

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Marvel Encyclopedia by DORLING KINDERSLEY,Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff Pdf

Updated edition of this complete A-Z of Marvel characters created in full collaboration with Marvel Comics. Are you a comic-book fan, obsessed by superheroes? This unique A-Z of more than 1,000 classic characters created by comic giant Marvel will satisfy any super-thirst for knowledge. Get closer to Spider-Man, the Avengers, Hulk, Wolverine, the X-Men and more...... all your favourite superheroes and villains are here, as well as some weird and wonderful one-offs. Knock-out double-page features celebrate some of the biggest Marvel stars with intimate details on their powers, titanic clashes and action-packed careers. Jam packed with things you never knew, as well as original, Marvel comic-book art - the power and excitement of more than 60 years of comic-book history explodes off every page.

Author : DK Publishing, Inc
Publisher : Dk Pub
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0756655307

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The Marvel Comics Encyclopedia by DK Publishing, Inc Pdf

Heroes including Spider-Man, the Hulk, and the X-Men are featured in works by Marvel's finest artists, while the authoritative text is supplied by top Marvel comic book experts.

Author : John Crowther
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2020-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1649455313

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The Comic Book Encyclopedia of Pro Wrestling by John Crowther Pdf

It's an ENCYCLOPEDIA of Pro Wrestling in comic book style!The Comic Book Encyclopedia of Pro Wrestling! 280 pages of true stories of ten legendary professional wrestlers, plus original encyclopedia entries featuring these superstars and their allies and enemies! There's never been a collection of wrestling stories and articles like this!Read the true stories of how these wrestlers' careers and personas evolved from their challenging childhoods to their initiation into the wrestling industry, all the way to the road to superstardom! All stories are written by wrestling historian, John Crowther, and are based on actual interviews he conducted with the wrestlers.

Author : Ron Goulart
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Art
ISBN : 0816025827

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The Encyclopedia of American Comics by Ron Goulart Pdf

A history of comic books and strips, from the creation of Katzenjammer Kids in 1897 to today's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, offers insight into the characters, artists, and syndicates

Author : DK Publishing, Inc,Daniel Wallace,Matt Forbeck
Publisher : DK
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : COMICS & GRAPHIC NOVELS
ISBN : 1465415939

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Marvel Encyclopedia by DK Publishing, Inc,Daniel Wallace,Matt Forbeck Pdf

Heroes including Spider-Man, the Hulk, and the X-Men are featured in works by Marvel's finest artists, while the authoritative text is supplied by top Marvel comic book experts.

Author : John Kenneth Muir
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 705 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2008-08-21
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780786437559

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The Encyclopedia of Superheroes on Film and Television, 2d ed. by John Kenneth Muir Pdf

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a complete guide to over 50 years of superheroes on screen! This expanded and updated edition of the 2004 award-winning encyclopedia covers important developments in the popular genre; adds new shows such as Heroes and Zoom; includes the latest films featuring icons like Superman, Spiderman and Batman; and covers even more types of superheroes. Each entry includes a detailed history, cast and credits, episode and film descriptions, critical commentaries, and data on arch-villains, gadgets, comic-book origins and super powers, while placing each production into its historical context. Appendices list common superhero conventions and cliches; incarnations; memorable ad lines; and the best, worst, and most influential productions from 1951 to 2008.

Author : Sonic Scribes
Publisher : Archie Comics
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Comic books, strips, etc
ISBN : 1936975254

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The Complete Sonic the Hedgehog Comic Encyclopedia by Sonic Scribes Pdf

For fans new and old, The Complete Sonic the Hedgehog Comic Encyclopedia takes readers through the entire 18+ year history of the Sonic comics! Featuring brand new, full-colour artwork from fan-favourite artists including SPAZ and Tracy Yardley!

Author : Simon Hugo,Cavan Scott
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
ISBN : 9781465444547

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LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes Character Encyclopedia by Simon Hugo,Cavan Scott Pdf

Presents the LEGO action figures based on the DC universe, describing each figure and vehicle, their variations, when they were made, and the playsets in which they appear.