This final volume includes behind-the-scenes extras plus issues #57-75 and a story from VERTIGO JAM #1. Don't miss the end of what Playboy called "a modern myth, as well as a précis on why the stories we tell matter so much." [Written by Neil Gaiman / Art by Marc Hempel, D’Israeli, Glyn Dillon, Charles Vess, Dean Ormston, Ted]
Suburban Seattle, the mid-1970s. A strange plague has descended upon the area's teenagers, transmitted by sexual contact, that manifests in any number of ways - from the hideously grotesque to the subtle and concealable. What unfolds isn't the expected battle to fight the plague, or bring heightened awareness to it, or even to treat it. Instead, Black Hole paints a fascinating and eerie portrait of the nature of high school alienation itself - the savagery, the cruelty, the relentless anxiety and ennui, the longing for escape. As hypnotically beautiful as it is horrifying, Black Hole deftly explores a specific American cultural moment in flux and the kids who are caught in it. [by Charles Burns]
The first in a series of specials covering the length and breadth of the larger-than-life legend of Captain America, as told by the industry's leading experts in the field! First up, it's 1944, and wouldn't you know it? Them sneaky Nazis have managed to crack the secrets of electro-magnetic physics...yeah, that's right: apples may fall down in the free world, but schnitzels are falling up in the skies over a mysterious lab in a Polish forest, thanks to a little help from a nearby forced-labor camp. Sure, we could send in the Marines, but why bother when we've got Captain America?! But even Cap may be meeting his match against the lab's sadistic cybernetic commandant. Because everyone knows, the only thing worse than a Nazi is a Robot Nazi! [Written by Daniel & Charles Knauf / Pencils & Cover by Mitch Breitweiser ]
The bittersweet tale of one boy's adolescence, and of the choices he makes to shape his destiny. Into an engrossing mystery, Dickens weaves a heartfelt inquiry into morals and virtues - as the orphan Pip, the convict Magwitch, the beautiful Estella, the bitter Miss Havisham, the goodhearted Biddy, the kind Joe and other memorable characters entwine in a battle of human nature. Rick Geary's delightful illustrations capture the newfound awe and frustrations of young Pip as he comes of age, and begins to understand the opportunities that life presents. [Charles Dickens & Rick Geary]
Comes shrinkwrapped, with volumes 1959-1960 and 1961-1962 packed in a sturdy custom box designed especially for this set. [Charles M. Schulz]
He turns up first as Snoopy's secretary, then gradually becomes a good friend whom Snoopy helps to fly South... but it's not until June 22, 1970 that the little bird gains a name, in a perfect salute to the decade that ends with this volume: Woodstock!In other timely stories, Peppermint Patty runs afoul of her school's dress code (those sandals!), Lucy declares herself a "New Feminist," and Snoopy's return to the Daisy Hill Puppy Farm on a speaking engagement climaxes in a riot and a new love found amidst the teargas ("She had the softest paws...").Speaking of Snoopy, this volume falls under the sign of the Great Beagle, as three separate storylines focus on the mysterious sovereign of Beagledom. First Snoopy is summoned by a wrathful G.B. when Frieda submits a complaint about his (Snoopy's) desultory rabbit-chasing efforts; then, back in the Great one's good graces, Snoopy is sent on a secret mission; and finally he himself ascends (briefly!) to the mantle of Great Beagledom.In other news, an exasperated Lucy throws Schroeder's piano into the maw of the kite-eating tree, with gruesome results... Miss Othmar goes on strike and Linus gets involved... Charlie Brown's baseball team has an actual (brief) winning streak... Snoopy's quest to compete in the Oakland ice skating competition is thwarted by his inability to find a partner... Charlie Brown goes to a banquet to meet his hapless baseball hero Joe Shlabotnik... Snoopy is left in the Van Pelt family's care as Charlie and Sally Brown head out of town for a vacation... and (alas) the Little Red-Haired Girl moves away... NOTE: Item ships with two hardcovers with custom slipcase. [Charles M. Schulz]
by Charles M. Schulz Introductions by Kristin Chenoweth & Billie Jean King 2 books, 8.5 x 7, HC, 344 pages, BW,
by Charles M. Schulz Introduction by Billie Jean King 8.5 x 7, HC, 344 pages, BW, Celebrate life with THE COMPLETE PEANUTS! Fantagraphics is proud to present the release of the 12th volume of the most recognized comic strip of all time! Charles M. Schulz's American masterpiece has defined the way we read, create and consider comic strips. Nothing short of genius, Schulz's ability to articulate the human experience through pathos and humor is authentic to the point where the line between art and existence is nearly unrecognizable. We are all Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy and Woodstock!
In this volume of the bestselling Complete Peanuts series, Charles Schulz introduces one (in fact, three) of the quirkiest characters to the Peanuts universe, the numerically-monikered 95472 siblings. They didn't stay around very long but offered some choice bits of satirical nonsense while they did. As it happens, this volume is particularly rich in never-before-reprinted strips: Over 150 (more than one fifth ofthe book!) have never seen the light of day since their original appearance over 40 years ago, so this will be a trove of undiscovered treasures even for avid Peanuts collectors. Introduction by Bill Melendez, animator of all the Peanuts TV specials starting all the way back with A Charlie Brown Christmas! [by Charles M. Schulz]
It's the mid-1960s, one of Schulz's peak periods of creativity. Snoopy has become the strip's dominant personality, and this volume marks two milestones for the character: the first of many dogfights with the nefarious Red Baron, and the launch of his writing career (It was a dark and stormy night...). Two new characters - the first two from outside the strip's regular little neighborhood - make their bows. Roy (who befriends Charlie Brown and then Linus at summer camp) won't have a lasting impact, but upon his return from camp he regales a friend of his with tales of the strange kids he met, and she has to go check them out for herself. Her name... Peppermint Patty! . [Charles M. Schulz]
As we rush toward the end of Peanuts' second full decade, Snoopy finds himself almost completely engrossed in his persona as the ""World War I Flying Ace"" - to the point where he goes to camp with Charlie Brown and maintains his persona throughout the entire two-week period (much to Peppermint Patty's bafflement) Snoopy dominates this volume with his various adventures and his dealing with the return of his original owner, Lila. If you're surprised by that last one, imagine how Charlie Brown feels! Lila makes only a brief appearance, but this volume sees the appearance of what would be Schulz's most controversial major character: Franklin. (Yes, in 1968 the introduction of a black character caused a stir.) Peppermint Patty, working toward her ascendancy as one of the major Peanuts players in the 1970s and 1980s, also has several major turns, including a storyline in which she's the tent monitor for three little girls - who call her ""Sir."" Introduction by John Waters. [Charles Schulz]
He turns up first as Snoopy's secretary, then gradually becomes a good friend whom Snoopy helps to fly South... but it's not until June 22, 1970 that the little bird gains a name, in a perfect salute to the decade that ends with this volume: Woodstock!In other timely stories, Peppermint Patty runs afoul of her school's dress code (those sandals!), Lucy declares herself a "New Feminist," and Snoopy's return to the Daisy Hill Puppy Farm on a speaking engagement climaxes in a riot and a new love found amidst the teargas ("She had the softest paws...").Speaking of Snoopy, this volume falls under the sign of the Great Beagle, as three separate storylines focus on the mysterious sovereign of Beagledom. First Snoopy is summoned by a wrathful G.B. when Frieda submits a complaint about his (Snoopy's) desultory rabbit-chasing efforts; then, back in the Great one's good graces, Snoopy is sent on a secret mission; and finally he himself ascends (briefly!) to the mantle of Great Beagledom.In other news, an exasperated Lucy throws Schroeder's piano into the maw of the kite-eating tree, with gruesome results... Miss Othmar goes on strike and Linus gets involved... Charlie Brown's baseball team has an actual (brief) winning streak... Snoopy's quest to compete in the Oakland ice skating competition is thwarted by his inability to find a partner... Charlie Brown goes to a banquet to meet his hapless baseball hero Joe Shlabotnik... Snoopy is left in the Van Pelt family's care as Charlie and Sally Brown head out of town for a vacation... and (alas) the Little Red-Haired Girl moves away... [Charles M. Schulz; Introduction Mo Willems]
A spy revealed! A traitor's machinations unleashed! A force so powerful that even the gods fear its return! As the Eternals continue their attempts to muster what defenses they can against the Horde, their problems are compounded to the tune of a god's wrath! Gilgamesh the Forgotten One has awakened, and none shall be spared as he carves a bloody path through the ranks of the Eternals! What hope have mortals when even Eternals must fear annihilation? Zombie Variant by ERIC NGUYEN. [Written by Charles Knauf & Daniel Knauf / Pencils & Cover by Daniel Acu±a]
How many Eternals must die before Gilgamesh's unbridled thirst for their blood is slaked? And how does he expect to ensure that immortals remain dead? As Ikaris grows weary in his attempts to awaken the memory of Philip Stoss, aka Phastos, the absence of Sersi may move him to take drastic steps. Plus, having lost contact with Makari, the Dreaming Celestial has initiated a fail-safe that could mean a spiraling end to all life on Earth! Time is running out, for the Eternals! [Written by Charles & Daniel Knauf / Pencils & Cover by Daniel Acuña]
Guest-starring the X-Men! When colliding cousins Ikaris and Druig face-off at the feet of the Dreaming Celestial, do you think the astonishing mutants are going to let their new hometown be torn apart? Think again, Bub! They've united in the past to face a common foe, but can the X-Men and the Eternals stand together now? [Written by Charles & Daniel Knauf / Pencils & Cover by Eric Nguyen]
Written by CHARLES & DANIEL KNAUF Pencils & Cover by ERIC NGUYEN Guest-starring the X-Men! Ikaris, joined by the full power of the mighty mutants, faces his nemesis Druig and his vile Confederation! At the foot of the sleeping colossus known as the Dreaming Celestial, a battle of titans erupts! The stakes? Not only the innocent citizens of San Francisco, but no less than the future of all life on planet Earth! 32 pages. Rated T.
The Gods Walk the Earth! In ancient times, the Celestials, a race of cosmic giants, came to Earth and created a race of powerful immortal beings: The Eternals! For a time, primitive man worshiped them as gods, but eventually they disappeared. Now, they have returned! One of the Celestials now towers over Golden Gate Park, standing in judgment over the Earth... but does he bring the end of the world? Following up on Neil Gaiman's best-selling series (and a recent appearance in the Incredible Hercules), join writers Charles and Daniel Knauf as Jack Kirby's Eternals return to walk among us! Collecting ETERNALS #1-6 and ANNUAL. [Written by Charles & Daniel Knauf / Penciled by Daniel Acuña & Pascal Alixe / Cover by Daniel Acuña]
Don't miss a new softcover edition of the acclaimed hardcover graphic novel from FABLES creator Bill Willingham and a star-studded array of artists! This volume, set in the early days of Fabletown, long before the FABLES series began, featuring sequences illustrated by Charles Vess, Brian Bolland, John Bolton, Michael Wm. Kaluta, James Jean, Mark Buckingham, Jill Thompson and more, 1,001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL is both an entry point to the critically acclaimed series and an essential part of Willingham's enchanting and imaginative FABLES mythos. Traveling in Arabia as an Ambassador from the exiled FABLES community, Snow White is captured by the local sultan who wants to marry her (and then kill her) But the clever Snow attempts to charm the sultan instead by playing Scheherazade, telling him fantastic stories for a total of 1,001 nights. Running the gamut from horror to dark intrigue to mercurial coming-of-age, FABLES:1,001 NIGHTS OF SNOWFALL reveals the secret histories of familiar FABLES characters through a series of compelling and visually illustrative tales. Scheduled to arrive in March. [Written by Bill Willingham / Art by Charles Vess, Brian Bolland, John Bolton, Michael Wm. Kaluta, J]
All paths have led to this: the inevitable showdown between Iron Man and the Mandarin! As the man behind the mask, Tony Stark's life has hit rock bottom. His plans for the super hero Initiative have hit a tragic snag. His former flame, believed dead, is being manipulated by one of his deadliest enemies. Even to his strongest allies, Stark appears to be descending into a mental breakdown while everything around him swirls out of control. Now, with the lives of millions hanging in the balance, Iron Man must fight his way out of the darkness and prevent the Mandarin from releasing a plague that would change humanity as we know it! [Written by Daniel Knauf & Charles Knauf / Penciled by Roberto De La Torre /Cover by Gerald Parel]
Tony Stark is losing his mind and his freedom. Maya Hansen is becoming a pawn in the Mandarin's genocidal game. And the leaders of S.H.I.E.L.D. are under house arrest, unable to take any action. With the international community about to decide their fate, Iron Man and his allies are in deep...so deep, we'll need a double-sized issue to reveal what happens next! [Written by DANIEL KNAUF & CHARLES KNAUF / Penciled by ROBERTO DE LA TORRE / Cover by GERALD PAREL]
"Red Rain" Part 1 The Mandarin will go to any length to release the Extremis virus into the populace, effectively committing genocide. But while he works his mind tricks to gain top-secret info, Tony Stark and his fellow S.H.I.E.L.D. leaders are confined under house arrest, helpless to stop him. While the authorities treat Tony as Public Enemy #1, he remains the only person who can prevent humankind's destruction. Find out how he fights back! [Written by Daniel Knauf & Charles Knauf / Penciled by Roberto De La Torre / Cover by Gerald Parel]
IRON MAN #16 (VOL. 4) - A 32 page comic published by Marvel Comics. [Written By Daniel & Charles Knauf Penciled By Roberto De La Torre Cover By Gerald Parel]
"Damasqus" Part 1 of 4 A war has broken out among organized crime factions, and innocents are killed. As Director of S.H.I.E.L.D., Tony Stark is divided: does his organization work diplomatically, or start kicking butts and taking names? When Madame Masque enters the picture, sparks fly and an ancient legacy of the Maggia crime family is revealed. [Written by DANIEL KNAUF & CHARLES KNAUF / Penciled by ROBERTO DE LA TORRE / Cover by ADI GRANOV]
From the heart of comics' Golden Age come the earliest adventures of the greatest patriot to grace the four-color page: Captain America! Created on the eve of America's entry into World War II, these stories are full of jaw-busting battles against the Nazi menace, mad scientists, crazed carnivals and mysteries at the ballpark that could only come from Joe Simon and Jack Kirby - two of the medium's greatest visionaries! But there's more to enjoy than just the adventures of Cap and Bucky; you'll also meet Stan Lee's wartime correspondent, "Headline" Hunter; the mighty Hurricane; Father Time; and Tuk, Cave Boy - and enjoy house ads, Sentinel of Liberty updates and puzzle pages in these complete and fully restored collections of the rarest hits from the Marvel archives! Collecting CAPTAIN AMERICA COMICS #5-8. [Written by JOE SIMON & JACK KIRby with STAN LEE / Penciled by JOE SIMON & JACK KIRby with CHARLES NI]
Marvel proudly presents more Golden Age goodness, collecting issues #1-4 of USA COMICS from 1941. The Defender! Major Liberty! Rockman! Rusty! The original Young Avenger! The origins of the Whizzer, Jack Frost and the Vagabond! Captain Terror turns back a deadly Nazi undersea invasion! Stan The Man himself chronicles the historic first meeting of the USA heroes! This hardcover collection remasters and restores these early adventures, some reprinted for the very first time! [Jack Kirby, Joe Simon, Charles Nicholas, Al Avison, Phil Sturm, Syd Shores, Stan Lee, Basil Wolverto]
This beautiful set of 20 notecards and 20 envelopes feature four notecards each of the following five images: Starlight, Star Dust, Watching A Shooting Star, Power of Stormhold, and Into Deep Woods. These eye-catching notecards are packaged in a four-color box complete with foil-stamping and ribbon. [Designed By Charles Vess]
Don't miss an amazing new oversized hardcover edition of the classic tale written by New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman (THE SANDMAN) and illustrated by Charles Vess, soon to be a major motion picture! In a Victorian-era tale of magic and romance, young Tristran Thorn falls in love with the town beauty and must go on an incredible coming-of-age journey in order to capture her heart. Living in the small countryside town of Wall, one night Tristran vows to his beloved to retrieve a fallen star that they witnessed crashing down from the heavens. Now to gain his love's hand, he must leave behind his home and embark on a journey that will define the meaning of true love. Told through breathtaking painted illustrations, this fairy tale for adults is a true masterpiece in storytelling. This spectacular new edition features a new cover painting and an expanded sketchbook section by Vess as well as never-before-seen preliminary material from Gaiman. Retailers please note: This hardcover is resolicited; all previous orders are cancelled.Advance-resolicited; on sale May 2. [Written By Neil Gaiman Art and Cover By Charles Vess]
This gorgeous picture book pairs best-selling author Neil Gaiman's magical words and acclaimed artist Charles Vess's lovely paintings to offer hopeful wishes for young girls of a variety of races and ages. . [Neil Gaiman, With Illustrations Charles Vess]
Oliver Twist is the story of a young orphan who is subjected to ill-treatment in institutions in Victorian England. He falls into the clutches of the ghastly Fain and comes into contact with the seediest parts of London. The adventures of young Oliver are a story of fear, poverty and the darkness of the human soul. . [Charles Dickens, David Cerquiera (W) Philippe Chanoinat (A) ]
Packaged in an adorable replica of Snoopy's red dog house, this one-of-a-kind collection contains all eight, classic Peanuts titles (Christmas is Together Time, Happiness is a Sad Song, Happiness is a Warm Puppy, Home is on Top of a Dog House, I Need All the Friends I Can Get, Love is Walking Hand-in-Hand, Security is a Thumb and a Blanket, and Suppertime!), as well as The Peanuts Cookbook, available for the first time in over 30 years!
[Charles M. Schulz]
(W/A) E.C. Segar A classic strip from E.C. Segar's Thimble Theater finds the spinach-lovin' Sailor Man dukin' it out with 'The Ghosk!' Is this phantom a real spectre, or is there something less-than-spooky at work here? Find out in the classic sequence from the heyday of the Popeye comic strip by E.C. Segar, perfect for young and old swabs alike!
NEW PRINTING! Collecting the hit comic book mini-series when Bone's Gran'ma Ben was a teenager, and a terrifying dragon laid siege to the small towns of the Northern Valley. It's the conflict that underlies the Bone saga, brought to you by the creators of Bone and Stardust! [by Jeff Smith & Charles Vess]
Peanuts creator Charles Schulz tackles the topic of teens! During the 1950s and 1960s, Schulz created hundreds of these delightful single-panel cartoons for youth publications. Most haven't seen print in decades, and some have never been collected before. Plus: dozens of Schulz cartoons about pre-schoolers. Foreword by Jerry Scott (Zits). Available in softcover and hardcover editions! [Charles M. Schulz]
The 1950s adventures of The Blackhawks are collected for the first time in this new volume featuring stories from BLACKHAWK #108-127! [Written by Various / Art by Dick Dillin, Charles Cuidera and Sheldon Moldoff / Cover by Dillin]
This set includes two limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain busts! The Star Bust measures approximately 3.875 tall x 2.25 wide x 2.25 deep, and Lord Primus Bust measures approximately 3.75 tall x 2 wide x 2.25 deep. This set is packaged in a four-color box with a four-color Certificate of Authenticity. [Designed By Charles Vess Sculpted By Sam Greenwell]
This set includes two limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain busts! The Tristran Bust measures approximately 4.25 tall x 2.25 wide x 2.25 deep, and The Witch Bust measures approximately: 4.1875 tall x 2.375 wide x 2.25 deep. This set is packaged in a four-color box with a four-color Certificate of Authenticity. [Designed By Charles Vess Sculpted By Sam Greenwell]
Go catch a falling star A beautiful image of a fallen Star from the cover of the upcoming re-released softcover of Stardust, this matted print with nameplate measures 24 x 36. [Art By Charles Vess]
My sisters and I would sing This stunning poster reprints the new cover art of NEIL GAIMAN'S AND CHARLES VESS'S STARDUST DELUXE HARDCOVER and measures 24 x 36. [Art By Charles Vess]
A conversation with the moon... This limited-edition, hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain statue measures approximately 7.5 tall x 10.5 wide x 7 deep and is packaged in a four-color box with a four-color Certificate of Authenticity.Advance-solicited; on sale July 11, 2007. [Designed and Sculpted By Charles Vess]
(W) Charles Soule (A) Allan Gladfelter Imagine the Dark Knight if Batman had been a Luchidore. Tigre, a masked Mexican wrestler, was huge in Mexico in the 1970's, a crime-fighting movie star. These days, he's 65 and drunk, living in Manhattan. When a beautiful woman begs him to stop an organ trafficking ring, the old warrior decides to take one last, epic shot at redemption.
A collection of stories by science fiction writer Charles Stross. [Charles Stross]
The greatest adventures of the world's most renowned super-heroine are collected in one volume for the first time. From her beginnings in the early 1940s to today's epics, these are the stories that made Wonder Woman a comic book legend. Included in this anthology are Wonder Woman's origin story, plus her epic battles with the Cheetah, Dr. Psycho and others. [Written By Charles Moulton and Various Art By H.G. Peter and Various Cover By Alex Ross]
