In the first comprehensive biography of Hal Foster (1892-1982), author Kane examines the 70-year career of one of the greatest illustrators of the 20th century. Included are more than 100 photographs of Foster, his family and friends, as well as a 16-page color section.
This features quotes and sidebars from many of the famous artists he inspired. His originals are highly prized works of art, and Prince Valiant continues to encourage new artistic interpretations in a wide variety of mediums. 200 b&w and 30 color illustrations, including dozens of advertising pieces, done before his comics career, that have never before been collected.
Foster brought a sense of design and craftsmanship to comics that was practically unknown. His striving for authenticity is still unparalleled. This wonderful volume has been so well received it can be found in prestigious libraries all over Canada. Whether you are a Prince Valiant fan, an adventure comic strip fan or an appreciator of fine illustration, don't miss this.
HAL FOSTER Prince of Illustrators, Father of the Adventure Strip
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$24.95 $16.95Closeout Price! Our Highest Recommendation. By Brian M. Kane. Introduction by James Bama. In the first comprehensive biography of Hal Foster (1892-1982), author Kane examines the 70-year career of one of the greatest illustrators of the 20th century. Included are more than 100 photographs of Foster, his family and friends, as well as a 16-page color section.
The deep history of Marvelman goes beyond the '80s revival, his origins stretch back to 1954! Here, this prototypical atomic powered hero gets his due with a lavish reproduction of Marvelman #25, 27-34 complete with original black & white artwork. The mightiest man in the universe dispenses justice to a wide array of baddies and miscreants in this vintage selection of Golden Age tales.
MARVELMAN CLASSIC Volumel 1
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Closeout Price! Collects #25, 27-34. By Mick Anglo. The deep history of Marvelman goes beyond the '80s revival, his origins stretch back to 1954! Here, this prototypical atomic powered hero gets his due with a lavish reproduction of Marvelman #25, 27-34 complete with original black & white artwork. The mightiest man in the universe dispenses justice to a wide array of baddies and miscreants in this vintage selection of Golden Age tales.
Marvel's muck-monster, by the man who knows him best! First volume of a complete collection of Steve Gerber's (creator of Howard the Duck) Man-Thing tales! Join the startling swamp-creature in encounters with the Thing, sorcerers Dakimh and Jennifer Kale, and the most far-out fowl ever created, Howard the Duck!
Plus existential angst, clashes with the modern world, and the death of a clown! Did you know that the Man-Thing's very first story appeared in the first issue of Savage Tales, beautifully drawn in very much of an EC Comics style by Gray Morrow. I have to admit, I'd long forgotten this. Fascinating stories carry you through the wild days of Marvel comics in the 1970s, with new young and talented creators each taking a turn at this classic new anti-hero, inspired by DC's Swamp Thing, Or maybe The Heap, in Airboy Comics in the 1950s? Who knows?
Collecting: Astonishing Tales (1970) #12-13, Fear #11-19, Marvel Two-In-One 1, Man-Thing (1974) #1-8; and material from Savage Tales (1971) #1, Fear #10, and Monsters Unleashed #5.
MAN-THING The Complete Collection Volume 1
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$39.99 $22.50Closeout Price! By Steve Gerber, Gerry Conway and Roy Thomas. Art by Gray Morrow, John Buscema, Rich Buckler et al. Marvel's muck-monster, by the man who knows him best! First volume of a complete collection of Steve Gerber's (creator of Howard the Duck) Man-Thing tales! Join the startling swamp-creature in encounters with the Thing, sorcerers Dakimh and Jennifer Kale, and the most far-out fowl ever created, Howard the Duck!
Here it is...a complete set of five volumes, collecting every issue of this great Harvey Horror comic. 26 issues ran from 1951 to 1954, successfully competing against EC's three horror titles, and pushing the envelope with "excessive violence, eyes torn out, decapitation, acid in the face, a woman melted alive," and even atomic bomb disasters.
A handsome package in a nicely illustrated slipcase, and discounted. The five books would normally run $124.75.
HARVEY HORRORS CHAMBER OF CHILLS Volume 1-5 Slipcase Set
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Closeout Price! Collects #1-26. Highly Recommended. By Howard Nostrand, Bob Powell, Rudy Palais, Lee Elias et al. Here it is...a complete set of five volumes, collecting every issue of this great Harvey Horror comic. 26 issues ran from 1951 to 1954, successfully competing against EC's three horror titles, and pushing the envelope with "excessive violence, eyes torn out, decapitation, acid in the face, a woman melted alive," and even atomic bomb disasters.
