Amazing Spider-Man Epic Collection #1
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis Epic Collection volume brings together classic Amazing Spider-Man stories from the late 1960s and early 1970s, culminating in the titular confrontation with the Green Goblin. It reprints issues #68-87 and Annual #5-6, featuring key moments like the introduction of the Prowler and the death of Captain George Stacy, all leading to the Goblin's dramatic unmasking and final battle. This new printing offers a fresh opportunity to experience a pivotal era in Spider-Man's history, showcasing the work of legendary creators like Stan Lee, John Romita Sr., and Gil Kane.
"Spider-Man!" kicks off with a gripping twist on Peter Parker’s world when Betty’s brother is caught in a web of gambling debt, forcing her into an uneasy alliance with Doctor Octopus to free Blackie Gaxton from prison. When Spider-Man intervenes, chaos erupts—Blackie opens fire, and tragedy strikes. Written by Stan Lee and illustrated with bold precision by Steve Ditko, this landmark story captures the emotional weight and high-stakes tension that defined the character’s early days, with Ditko’s iconic cover bringing the drama to life.
In "Duel to the Death with the Vulture!" from Amazing Spider-Man Epic Collection #1, the Vulture’s bold challenge to the police sets the stage for a high-stakes showdown. When he openly declares his intent to steal a diamond shipment, Spider-Man steps in—determined to stop him before the heist begins.
In "The Uncanny Threat of the Terrible Tinkerer!", Peter Parker uncovers strange alien alterations to a professor’s radio, leading him on a trail that exposes a hidden group of extraterrestrial beings with dangerous intentions. With his wits and web-slinging skills, Spider-Man must unravel the mystery before Earth falls under their control.
In this gripping tale from the Amazing Spider-Man Epic Collection #1, a failed experiment transforms Otto Octavius into a man haunted by his own creations—his four mechanical arms now a weapon of will. When he turns his sights on an atomic facility, Spider-Man must confront not just a brilliant mind, but the terrifying consequences of unchecked ambition.
In "Marked for Destruction by Doctor Doom!", Dr. Doom schemes to manipulate Spider-Man into aiding him against the Fantastic Four, only to turn his wrath on the web-slinger when refused. When Flash Thompson dons a Spider-Man suit for a prank, Doom takes the bait, capturing him instead—leaving the real Spider-Man to rescue his friend.
When two tech-savvy thieves attempt to steal a mysterious computer on display at Peter Parker’s school, their reckless actions awaken it as "The Living Brain"—a sentient, unpredictable force that spirals out of control. Now, Spider-Man must race to stop the malfunctioning machine before it wreaks havoc, all while grappling with the unintended consequences of a science experiment gone wrong.
In "The Man Called Electro!", Spider-Man faces a dual challenge: tracking down Electro, who’s orchestrating a jailbreak to assemble a crew of villains, while also tending to Aunt May, hospitalized and in need of his care. With tension mounting on both fronts, the web-slinger must navigate the chaos of a rising criminal threat and the emotional weight of family.
In "Turning Point," Betty faces a heartbreaking dilemma when her brother’s gambling debts land him in danger, forcing her to aid Doctor Octopus in a prison break to save him. Spider-Man intervenes, but the confrontation turns tragic when Blackie Gaxton shoots Bennett during the chaos. As Gaxton is recaptured and Octopus escapes, Peter steps in to comfort Betty in the aftermath.
When Peter Parker is hit with the 24-hour flu, Doc Ock seizes the chance to capture Betty Brant and lure Spider-Man into a trap. Though weakened, Spider-Man fights through the fever, only to be unmasked by Ock—leaving everyone convinced it’s just Peter pretending. Once recovered, he faces off against the villain and the wild animals Ock has set loose from the zoo.
In this wild twist on a classic clash, the Green Goblin orchestrates a cinematic showdown, enlisting the Enforcers and tricking B.J. Cosmos into filming a movie in the desert—only for the chaos to spiral when Spider-Man arrives and the unlikely presence of the Hulk is awakened by the commotion.
In "The Sinister Six!" from Amazing Spider-Man Epic Collection #1, Dr. Octopus unites a team of Spider-Man's most notorious foes to strike at the heart of the web-slinger’s world. With Betty Brant and Aunt May taken hostage, Spider-Man must face off against the assembled villains in a battle that tests his limits and loyalty.
In "Duel with Daredevil," Spider-Man answers the Circus of Crime’s bold challenge, showing up to stop their grand heist—only to fall under the Ringmaster’s hypnotic spell. But when the lights go out and the crowd is entranced, Daredevil, immune to the hat’s power, steps into the spotlight, turning the spectacle into a clash of wills and webs.
In "The Return of the Green Goblin!" from Amazing Spider-Man Epic Collection #1 (2014), Spider-Man shows up at a fan club gathering hosted by Flash Thompson—only for the Green Goblin to crash the event with a vengeance. With the Human Torch on hand to lend a hand, Spider-Man fights back, but a shocking call about Aunt May’s hospitalization forces him to retreat, leaving the crowd stunned and questioning his courage.
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Reprints
↩ Reprints Amazing Fantasy #15 (1962), The Amazing Spider-Man #1 (1963), Fantastic Four #14 (1963), The Amazing Spider-Man #2 (1963), The Amazing Spider-Man #3 (1963), The Amazing Spider-Man #4 (1963), The Amazing Spider-Man #5 (1963), The Amazing Spider-Man #6 (1963), The Amazing Spider-Man #7 (1963), The Amazing Spider-Man #8 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #9 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #10 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #11 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #12 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #13 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #14 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #15 (1964), Marvel Tales Annual #1 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #16 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man Annual #1 (1964), The Amazing Spider-Man #17 (1964), Marvel Tales #137 (1982), Marvel Masterworks: The Amazing Spider-Man #1
Reprinted in Amazing Spider-Man - De grands pouvoirs #[nn] (2022), The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #1 [Fifth Edition] (2022)
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