Essential Man-Thing #2
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis second volume in Marvel's black-and-white Essential series collects the final issues of Man-Thing's original 1970s series, along with his appearances in other titles. It follows the tragic swamp creature, Ted Sallis, as he continues to protect the Nexus of All Realities in the Florida Everglades, encountering characters like Spider-Man and Elaine Simpson. The volume includes stories from Man-Thing #12-22 and Giant-Size Man-Thing #4-5, among others.
In "The Blood of Kings!", Peter Parker and Mary Jane uncover the Man-Thing on display in a traveling circus, setting off a journey back to the Florida swamp where the creature renews its purpose. With Chris Claremont’s sharp storytelling and John Byrne’s dynamic art bringing the tale to life, the story follows Spidey and Man-Thing as they confront the sinister d'Spayre, culminating in a quiet moment of camaraderie beneath the swamp’s canopy. The cover by Bob Wiacek captures the eerie, grounded tone of this 2008 Marvel adventure.
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Peter and MJ discover Man-Thing being exhibited in a circus. Spidey returns it to the Florida swamp where it rejuvenates and sets out with purpose toward a house where d'Spayre holds an old sorcerer and his cute apprentice. They defeat d'Spayre. Spidey and Manny end the adventure sitting together in the swamp.
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