ECNETNews is excited to announce the upcoming release of DC: Superman, a stunning new deluxe collectible book from The Folio Society that celebrates the enduring legacy of the iconic superhero. This exquisite edition features 12 legendary stories crafted by renowned creators including Jerry Siegel, Joe Shuster, Curt Swan, Marshall Rogers, Alan Moore, John Byrne, Dan Jurgens, Paul Dini, and Alex Ross.
Former DC Comics president Jenette Kahn has carefully selected and introduced the stories, ensuring a comprehensive tribute to the Man of Steel.
Among the highlights is an excerpt from “Fifth Columnists,” originally published in 1941’s Action Comics #36, showcasing the work of Siegel, Shuster, and Wayne Boring with cover art by Fred Ray.
What other stories are included in DC: Superman?
In addition to “Fifth Columnists,” the book features:
- Superman #30 (October 1944) – ‘The Mysterious Mr. Mxyztplk!’ by Jerry Siegel, Ira Yarbrough, Stan Kaye, and cover artist Jack Burnley.
- Superman #96 (March 1955) – ‘The Girl Who Didn’t Believe in Superman!’ by Bill Finger, Wayne Boring, Stan Kaye, and cover artist Al Plastino.
- Superman #149 (November 1961) – ‘The Death of Superman’ by Jerry Siegel, Curt Swan, George Klein, and cover artists Curt Swan and George Klein.
- Superman #400 (October 1984) – ‘The Living Legends of Superman – Chapter Four’ by Elliot S. Maggin, Marshall Rodgers, Terry Austin, and cover artists Howard Chaykin and Frank Miller.
- Action Comics #583 (September 1986) – ‘Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?’ by Alan Moore, Curt Swan, Murphy Anderson, and cover artists Curt Swan, Murphy Anderson, and Anthony Tollin.
- Superman Vol. 2 #2 (February 1987) – ‘The Secret Revealed’ by John Byrne, John Byrne, Terry Austin, Keith Williams, and cover artist John Byrne.
- Superman Annual #2 (August 1988) – ‘Love’s Labors …’ by Roger Stern, Ron Frenz, Brett Breeding, and cover artist Ron Frenz.
- The Adventures of Superman #462 (January 1990) – ‘Homeless for the Holidays’ by Roger Stern, Dan Jurgens, Art Thibert, and cover artists Dan Jurgens, Brett Breeding, and Tom Ziuko.
- Superman #75 (January 1993) – ‘Doomsday!’ by Dan Jurgens, Dan Jurgens, Brett Breeding, and cover artists Dan Jurgens and Brett Breeding.
- Peace on Earth (January 1999) by Paul Dini and Alex Ross.
DC: Superman also includes a stand-alone replica of Superman #1, a rare 1934 letter by Siegel, a foreword by Marjorie Liu, and additional exclusive content.
For more details about The Folio Society’s DC: Superman, stay tuned to ECNETNews.
