DC's Greatest Imaginary Stories #[1]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis 2005 collection gathers eleven classic 'Imaginary Stories' from DC's Silver and Bronze Ages—standalone tales that explored alternate realities, hypothetical scenarios, and 'what if' concepts outside regular continuity. Featuring iconic characters like Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman in unexpected situations, the volume showcases the creative freedom these stories allowed before the modern era of rigid canon. A nostalgic look at DC's tradition of speculative storytelling, it includes tales originally published in titles such as Superman, Batman, and Adventure Comics from the 1950s through the 1970s.
In "The Second Life of Batman," Professor Nichols’s alternate history machine lets Bruce Wayne glimpse a world where his parents survived—only to find that a criminal has donned the Batman costume and run rampant. When the impostor’s reign of terror escalates, Bruce steps into the role to stop him, ultimately embracing the mantle for himself.
In "Jimmy Olsen Marries Supergirl!, Part 1," Jimmy Olsen finds himself unexpectedly entangled in a romance with Linda Danvers—only to discover, too late, that she’s actually Supergirl. With Linda’s memories and powers erased by red kryptonite, their relationship blossoms into something real, culminating in a wedding neither could have predicted. As the effects of the red kryptonite begin to fade, Linda struggles with the growing weight of a secret that could change everything.
In "Batman's New Secret Identity!", the Bat-family's greatest vulnerability is exposed—Batman's true identity is no longer a secret, forcing the Dark Knight to reinvent himself with a completely new persona to keep Gotham safe. With the stakes higher than ever, he must navigate a world where even his allies might not recognize him, all while staying one step ahead of those who know his past.
In "[The Three Wives of Superman!, Part 1] The Terrible Secret of Mrs. Lois Superman!", Superman’s greatest love becomes his greatest loss when he grants Lois Lane his powers—only for the experiment to end in tragedy. Heartbroken and consumed by guilt, he makes the devastating decision to vanish from Earth, leaving behind a world that never saw the full cost of his devotion.
In this emotionally charged chapter of DC’s Greatest Imaginary Stories, Superman’s life takes a heartbreaking turn when he marries Lana Lang after the loss of Lois Lane—only to see their happiness shattered when Lex Luthor, seeking vengeance, takes her life. The story delves into the devastating aftermath of that tragedy, exploring the weight of love, loss, and the cost of being a hero in a world that demands sacrifice.
In "[The Three Wives of Superman!, Part 3] The Shocking Fate of Mrs. Lori Superman!", Superman finds unexpected solace in marrying Lori Lemaris after the loss of his previous spouses, only to face a devastating turn when she becomes the target of two dangerous Phantom Zone escapees. The story unfolds with emotional weight and suspense, exploring the fragile hope of a new beginning in the shadow of past tragedies.
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↩ Reprints Captain Marvel Adventures #66 (1946), Batman #127 (1959), Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #19 (1960), Superman #149 (1961), Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen #57 (1961), The Flash #128 (1962), Batman #151 (1962), Superman #162 (1963), Superman #166 (1964), Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane #51 (1964), World's Finest Comics #172 (1967)
Reprinted in Cover Story: The DC Comics Art of Brian Bolland #[nn] (2011)
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