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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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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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. Mint. First published 1906. MINT DJ and Book. 340 pages. Hard Cover Dust Jacket ISBN: 0713462655
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