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DC Comics: A Celebration Of The World's Favorite Comic Book Heroes
Les Daniels, introduction by Jenette Kahn. Virgin Books, 2004. From best selling author Les Daniels, an exploration of the Favorite superhero characters from the DC stable. The story commences in the 1930's with such vintage titles as New Comics & Detective Comics. The launch of Action Comics in 1938, featuring Superman would see the company undergo spectacular growth. Their fantastic rise to become a leading player in the 4-colour comics scene is showcased here, with much behind the scenes information, characters genealogies & much, much more. This is a revised softcover edition with 16 pages packed with more than 650 illustrations, plus a superb painted cover by Alex Ross. 272 pages. Soft Cover Full Colour 9" x 12" (23cm x 30cm) ISBN: 0753509059
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Star Wars The Essential Guide to Characters

Andy Mangels. Boxtree, 1998. The only detailed, illustrated guide to the major and minor characters of the Star Wars universe. Detailed profiles of characters, their ...more...

Marvel Universe: The Complete Encyclopedia of Marvel's Greatest Characters

Peter Sanderson. Abrams. Out of Print. This is the official encyclopaedia of the super heroes and super villains who inhabit the Marvel Universe. Surveying the vast ...more...

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The DC Comics Encyclopedia: The Definitive Guide To The Characters Of The DC Universe
Edited & designed by Alistair Dougall & Robert Perry. Dorling Kindersley, 2004. Wraparound cover by Alex Ross. From the renowned Dorling Kindersley, publisher of numerous fact-books, is their handsomely packaged encyclopedia, of the characters that inhabit the DC universe. These are listed alphabetically, interspersed with several double page features and contains a complete index at the rear. In addition to a stylish modern image of each character, there are details regarding their first appearance, alter-ego, regular occupation, personal attributes & brief synopsis. This is a book that all DC fans will want to own & just dip into, time and time again, and is very addictive. 352 pages. Hard Cover Full Colour 10" x 12" (25cm x 30cm) Dust Jacket. Highly Recommended.

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The Deadman Collection
Neal Adams (illustrator). DC Comics, 2001. A deluxe hardcover with dust wrapper and slip case edition, which collects together all the early Deadman stories. From his 1st appearance in Strange Adventures #205, illustrated by Carmine Infantino, through #216, plus Brave and Bold #86 and the three backup strips in Aquaman #50-52. All remaining stories were illustrated by Neal Adams. Using all his burgeoning artistic skills of passion and anger, Adams would define and make the character his own. Full colour, with cover illustrations, brief creator biographies and new Neal Adams cover to slip case. With dust jacket and slip case. 354 pages. Hard Cover Full Colour 7" x 11" (18cm x 28cm) Dust Jacket ISBN: 1563898497
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Eagle Convention 1980: Official Souvenir Brochure
Eagle Convention Handbook. IPC/ Dragon's Dream/ Astral Group, 1980. Out of Print. Available again, the official handbook to the 1980 Eagle Convention. With a cover by Frank Hampson, there are features on Eagle Roll Of Honour, Checklist Of Eagle Articles, Publishing Chronology, Spin-off Publications, photographs, spot illus from famous Eagle illustrators and a host of other fascinating information. A fascinating booklet that no Eagle fan will want to be without. (Originally £1.50) 44 pages. Soft Cover Black & White Dust Jacket

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Spaceship Away Part 1 Dan Dare

Edited by Rod Barzilay. Spaceship Away/ Rod Barzilay, 2003. Out of Print. The First new Dan Dare adventure since the demise of the Eagle. A ...more...

Modesty Blaise: The Puppet Master

Peter O'Donnell & Enric Badia Romero, introduction by Jan Burke. Titan Books, 2005. Another top quality compilation of the B&W newspaper strips, written by Peter ...more...

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Peter O'Donnell, Jim Holdaway, Enric Badia Romero, introduction by Max Allen Collins. Titan Books, 2005. Another top quality compilation of the B&W newspaper strips, written ...more...

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Edgar Rice Burroughs The Man Who Created Tarzan
Irwin Porges. Brigham Young University Press, 1975. Out of Print. This is an in-depth look at Edgar Rice Burroughs. Born over a hundred years ago, Burroughs is not only the originator of Tarzan, but is also acknowledged as an innovator of American science fiction, and his works are still enjoyed by millions of readers from all parts of the world.

The book also takes a look at Burroughs' other-world fantasy and jungle adventure stories, and includes the flavour of his work done in other genre: western stories, mystery puzzles, plays, poems, articles, newspaper columns, photographs and drawings. Rare, dust jacket and book in perfect condition. 820 pages. Hard Cover Black & White 9" x 11½" (23cm x 28cm) Dust Jacket ISBN: 0842500790

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The Encyclopedia Of American Comics, From 1897 To Present
Edited by Ron Goulart. Facts On File, 1990. First Edition. Out of Print. Near Mint. As the name suggests, The Encyclopedia Of American Comics is an alphabetical reference of more than 600 entries, covering the major themes, characters & creators involved. These are supplied by 15 authors, edited into a cohesive whole by editor & co-author Ron Goulart. Other contributors include, Jim Vadeboncoeur Jr, John Benson, Bhob Stewart & Maggie Thompson.

The texts are punctuated with occasional B&W illustrations or photographs, plus 16-pages in full colour & detailed index. A valuable reference for fans & scholars, alike. Recommended. This hardcover edition with its original dust wrapper is in superb condition. 1st print, as new, NM; Dust wrapper, virtually new, original price label to back cover VF/ NM. 408 pages. Hard Cover Part Colour 9" x 12" (23cm x 30cm) Dust Jacket ISBN: 0816018529

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English Children's Books
Percy Muir. Batsford Books, 1985. Out of Print. The definitive book on the subject, with colour and B&W illustrations. 4th Edition. Book Very Fine, DJ slightly soiled. 256 pages. Hard Cover Part Colour Dust Jacket ISBN: 0713407190
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English Coloured Books
Martin Hardie. Fitzhouse Books, 1990. Out of Print. First published 1906. MINT DJ and Book. 340 pages. Hard Cover Dust Jacket ISBN: 0713462655
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The Enid Blyton Dossier
Brian Stewart. Hawk Books, 1999. First Edition. Out of Print. Born in 1897, Enid Blyton is one of the most successful children's authors of the twentieth century. Her first book was called Child Whispers in 1922. Best known for the Famous Five (1942 onwards), The Secret Seven (1949 onwards) and, of course, Noddy (1949). This FIRST EDITION book includes rare and treasured images from the archives which have hitherto been confined to wealthy collectors. Large format. 96 pages. Hard Cover Full Colour ISBN: 1899441700
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Carlton, 2006. As a companion to the famous Eagle comic, Girl is lovingly remembered as a bastion of British 1950s comic publishing. This compilation provides ...more...

Paper Collectibles The Essential Buyer's Guide

Robert Reed. A valuable source of information on all types of paper ephemera, from almanacs to Valentines cards. More than 250 b&w photos and 8 pages ...more...

London's Dark

James Robinson, Paul Johnson, introduction by Warren Ellis. Titan Books, 2004. A tale of fact & fantasy set in 1940s London, where bombers fly overhead ...more...

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The Essential Batman Encyclopedia
Robert Greenberger. Titan Books, 2008. Gotham City is plagued with crime and corruption in places high and low, but one man has taken a stand against evil of all forms: the dark avenger known as Batman.Now, in this up-to-the-minute, essential reference guide, former DC Comics Editor Robert Greenberger details the complete history of the Dark Knight, including his origins, comprehensive biographies of every character and key location in the Batman universe from Apokolips to Zatanna, the Justice League of America, and much more.

Fully illustrated with black-and-white images and two sixteen-page colour sections, this is the first Batman encyclopedia for over thirty years and an essential reference guide and sourcebook for the World's Greatest Detective, and a must-have for Bat-fans! 496 pages. Hard Cover Part Colour 8½" x 11" (215mm x 279mm) (ISBN-13: 9781845769574) Recommended.

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Every Boy's Book of Knowledge: A Giant Compendium of Yesteryear's Facts
Prion, 2007. A nostalgic compedium of fascinating facts to inform and amuse boys of all ages. 1930s answers to over 1000 curious questions including: What is a squirting cucumber? what is a fuhrer? do sheep ever wear boots? who is silly billy? why do onions make you cry? Illustrated with over 1000 photographs and diagrams. 344 pages. Hard Cover Part Colour 8" x 11" (203mm x 279mm) (ISBN-13: 9781853756375)
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Excelsior! The Amazing Life of Stan Lee
Stan Lee, George Mair. Boxtree, 2002. Marvel Comics greatest son, Stanley Martin Lieber, tells his own fascinating autobiography. Know to all as Stan Lee, it tells of his rise from humble beginnings to become a pioneer and living legend among the Comic book fraternity. Lee joined the fledgling Marvel Comics in early 1940s and was instrumental in the creation of many classic superheroes, Spiderman, Fantastic Four & Incredible Hulk among them.

Features a gallery of previously unpublished photographs from Stan Lee's personal archive. 248 pages. Hard Cover Part Colour 6" x 9" (15cm x 23cm) Dust Jacket ISBN: 0752261852
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Ron Miller, Pamela Sergeant. Paper Tiger, 1998. From pulp fiction to cyberpunk, science fiction writing has abounded with vivid powerful women, Amazonians, alien queens, slayers ...more...

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Fantasy Of The 20th Century An Illustrated History
Randy Broecker. Collectors Press, 2001. The author shows how the fantasy story evolved over the centuries into the entertainment found in today's books, comics and films. The book showcases both writers and artists who have contributed to the genre, and how their fantastic worlds have stimulated our imaginations for over a century. This is a companion volume to Science Fiction of the 20th Century and Horror of the 20th Century, both still available. 256 pages, with 450 full colour illustrations. Hard Cover Full Colour 10" x 13" (25cm x 33cm) Dust Jacket. £40.00 Save £15.00 Highly Recommended.

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Foom #16
Edited by David Craft. Marvel Comics, December 1976. First Edition. Fine. Marvel's official in-house fanzine, where FOOM stands for Friends Of Old Mighty Marvel. Presented here for its sixteenth edition are features on The FOOM Philosophy, Deathlok vs Slayer, Marie Severin Speaks, About The Artist Tom Sutton, wraparound Marvel bullpen cover & much more. 1st print, minor edge wear, small chip off back cover, FN. 28 pages. Soft Cover Black & White 8" x 11" (20cm x 28cm) Rare.

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Forest J Ackerman's World of Science Fiction
Forest J Ackerman, John Landis, A E Van Vogt. Aurum Press. Preface by A E Van Vogt and a foreword by John Landis. The most famous name in SF, Forrest J Ackerman has been collecting memorabilia since 1920. The creator of Famous Monsters of Filmland magazine. This hard cover, full colour volume is heavily illustrated with Classic SF book jackets, pulp covers, and a comprehensive collection of photos of actors, creepy reptiles, and aliens that will thrill all Science Fiction fans. 240 pages. Hard Cover Full Colour 8" x 11" (20cm x 28cm) Dust Jacket ISBN: 1854105736
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The Funnies 100 Years of American Comic Strips
Ron Goulart. Adams, 1995. This book by well known historian Goulart traces the history and development of the comic strip from the very early days through all the greats. Illustrated with classic panels. 248 pages. Soft Cover Black & White ISBN: 1558505393
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