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JSA: All Stars
Geoff JohnsTony Harris - 2004
The surviving original members of the JSA, Hawkman, Green Lantem and Wildcat are put to the ultimate test against a powerful entity known as Legacy, who captures not only them, but the all-powerful Spectre. JSA All Stars also explores the current heroes who've adopted the legendary name of fallen JSA heroes - Hawkgirl, Hourman, Star-Spangled Kid, Dr. Fate and Mr. Terrific - and takes a look back at the heroes who inspired them This collection also features back-up stories by a stellar line-up for some of the biggest names in and out of the comics business, including Pulizer-award-winning novelist Michael Chabon (The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay.)
Justice Society Returns
James RobinsonChris Weston - 2003
Quickly mobilizing, the Justice Society of America splits up into small teams in order to thwart the evil missions of the villain's disciples across the globe. But after successfully defeating a crazed, homicidal mob and saving the lives of FDR, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin, the JSA are still unable to take down Stalker. Now with their numbers depleted, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Hawkman, Sandman, Starman and the rest of the JSA fight one last battle for the fate of the world.
Justice Society, Vol. 1
Gerry Conway - 2006
Fate, Wildcat and the rest as they are joined by younger heroes Robin, Power Girl and Star-Spangled Kid!
The Spectre: Crimes and Punishments
John Ostrander - 1993
Retold and redefined in this volume is the origin of the Spectre, the most powerful being in the universe. As the Wrath of God bonded on a human soul, the Spectre roams the Earth in order to confront evil and avenge the unavenged dead as a form of penance. Paying for his earthly sins, the Spectre must not only oppose evil but also understand why men commit it. Once this metaphysical journey is completed, his mortal soul will be freed and another will be called upon on this holy mission of redemption.
Hawkman: Wings of Fury
Geoff JohnsBill Oakley - 2005
As the mystic Highwayman comes to St. Roch, seeking to claim Hawkmans tortured soul, its a deadly battle for survival. But first, the Winged Wonders must survive a revenge-seeking Thanagarian Hawkwoman and then a confrontation with the powerful Black Adam.Collecting: Hawkman 15-22
Superman: New Krypton, Vol. 1
Geoff JohnsJesús Merino - 2009
But his happiness soon turns to dread as relations between the Kryptonians and humans dissolve, and the two cultures face a massive clash!This is just the beginning of a 9-part mega-event that alters The Man of Tomorrow down to his core.This new hardcover collects SUPERMAN: NEW KRYPTON SPECIAL #1, SUPERMAN'S PAL, JIMMY OLSEN SPECIAL #1, SUPERMAN #681, ACTION COMICS #871 and ADVENTURE COMICS SPECIAL FEATURING THE GUARDIAN #1.
Hawkman: Allies & Enemies
Geoff JohnsDennis Janke - 2004
Since ancient Egypt, this cycle has occurred without incident until the present day. Unaware of her past lives or romantic feelings for Hawkman, Hawkgirl has distanced herself from the winged warrior. But when she begins to investigate the murder of her parents, she reluctantly enlists Hawkman's help. Now as Hawkman and Hawkgirl are on the verge of discovering the killer's true identity, the two heroes find themselves locked in a deadly battle with the evil presence that has repeatedly stalked and murdered them since their original incarnations millennia ago.Collecting: Hawkman 7-14
JSA, Vol. 1: Justice Be Done
James Robinson - 2000
Goyer; Art by Scott Benefiel, Stephen Sadowski, Derec Aucoin and others This trade paperback chronicles the rebirth of the Justice Society of America, one of the first super hero teams of all times. Investigating the death of Dr. Fate, one of the JSA's founding members, the current Starman, Hourman, Star-Spangled Kid, Hawkgirl and Black Canary join forces with two former members of the legendary team, Atom Smasher and Sand. And after learning how the fallen hero's death has led to the birth of a new Dr. Fate and surviving an encounter with an ancient evil, the heroes decide to band together to form a modern JSA.Collecting: JSA 1-5
Legion of Super-Heroes, Vol. 1: The Choice
Paul Levitz - 2011
Levitz and rising star artist Yildiray Cinar join to revitalize one of DC Comics’ most beloved franchises for a new generation.
Superman/Batman: The Greatest Stories Ever Told
Edmond Hamilton - 2007
Written by Edmond Hamilton, Jeph Loeb and others Art by Curt Swan, Ed McGuinness and othersCover by Alex Ross Collecting the best team-ups between the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight, from the pages of SUPERMAN #76, WORLD'S FINEST COMICS #142, 159, 176, 207, MAN OF STEEL #3, BATMAN & SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #7, SUPERMAN/BATMAN SECRET FILES 2003 and SUPERMAN/BATMAN ANNUAL #! Advance-solicited; on sale March 14 - 192 pg, FC, $19.99 US
JSA: The Liberty Files
Dan Jolley - 2000
Collecting the 2-issue JSA: THE LIBERTY FILES miniseries as well as the 2-issue follow-up, JSA: THE UNHOLY THREE! In 1942, as war rages around the globe, the "Owl," "Clock," "Bat" and a host of other very familiar costumed characters battle for the safety of the world!
Supergirl: Many Happy Returns
Peter David - 2003
Since that day, Linda Danvers has upheld the tradition and legacy of the Kryptonian legend. But when an alien spaceship crashes to Earth and Kara Zor-El, the original Supergirl, emerges, Linda is forced upon a journey of self-discovery. Joined by both Superman and Superboy, Linda sets out to uncover the secret behind the return of the Man of Steel's cousin and the deadly grudge that the mysterious Xenon holds against her.
Shadowpact, Volume 2: Cursed
Bill Willingham - 2008
And with some of its members dying, the team must recruit new heroes as they carry the battle to Hell itself.Collecting: Shadowpact 6-13
Black Canary/Oracle/Huntress: Birds of Prey
Chuck DixonSal Buscema - 1999
Two crime-fighting heroines, Black Canary and Oracle, team up to seek revenge on an old enemy.
Tales of the Green Lantern Corps, Vol. 1
Mike W. BarrCarmine Infantino - 2009
This new graphic novel gathers some of their stories in one volume for the first time, in which these heroes face both the evil of those who would stand against them and their own inner conflicts.