Green Lantern: The Silver Age #1
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis massive omnibus continues DC's Silver Age Green Lantern reprints, collecting the adventures of Hal Jordan from the late 1960s. It includes issues from both Green Lantern and The Flash, as well as the introduction of the Guardians of the Galaxy's cosmic mythology and key early appearances of the Black Hand. The 2025 edition presents these classic stories by writers like John Broome and artists like Gil Kane in a restored hardcover format.
"SOS Green Lantern" kicks off a classic tale of greed and redemption, spotlighting Tom Kalmakus, a man haunted by a lost inheritance and a father’s unfinished dream. Written by John Broome and brought to life with bold, dynamic art by Gil Kane and Joe Giella, this 2016 DC release features a striking cover by Michael Cho, capturing the tension of a man on the edge and a hero in the shadows.
Hal Jordan faces a chilling test of will when the Guardians summon his energy duplicate for the first time, only to send him on a desperate mission to Calor—a world on the brink. There, he must confront the terrifying ape-monster Dryg and find a way to save the doomed Calorians before it’s too late.
In "Menace of the Giant Puppet!", the Puppet-Master unleashes a Hypno-Ray to control others as his marionettes, turning the city into his stage of chaos—until Green Lantern turns the tables. Meanwhile, Carol Ferris lets her thoughts drift to a future with the hero, unaware how close their paths might soon cross.
In "The Secret of the Golden Thunderbolts!" from Green Lantern: The Silver Age #1, Hal Jordan ventures into the dangerous anti-matter realm of Qward, drawn by whispers of a hidden threat. There, he discovers a small group of lawful beings caught in the chaos of their world and makes the daring choice to bring them to Earth—before sealing the rift that links the two dimensions for good.
In "Riddle of the Frozen Ghost Town!" from Green Lantern: The Silver Age #1, Tom Kalmakus is drawn into a high-stakes mystery when his late father’s long-lost gold mine map resurfaces—sparking a dangerous chase with Duke Danfield, who’s willing to go to any length to claim the treasure. With the frozen ruins of a forgotten town as the backdrop, Green Lantern steps in to stop the gang’s heist, leading to a surprising revelation when Tom uncovers the secret identity of his hero.
When Green Lantern tries to dodge a marriage proposal from Carol Ferris, he uses his power ring to conjure a rampaging menace—only to find himself having to stop it. The resulting chaos tests his resolve and forces him to confront the consequences of his playful deception.
When a diabolical missile from Qward threatens to destroy him, Green Lantern must race against time to save not only himself but also Tom Kalmaku, who’s trapped in the deadly radiation. Forced to journey into the heart of Qward, he faces a mission that tests his courage and willpower like never before.
When Carol invites Green Lantern to her party, Hal Jordan shows up instead—only to find a gang of impostors in waiters' outfits using a fake Green Lantern to pull off a heist. The evening takes a shocking turn as the true secret behind the hero’s mask is finally revealed.
When Sinestro kidnaps 100,000 people from Valdale to lure Green Lantern, the Guardians send a urgent warning. Now, Green Lantern must race to Qward to save them before it's too late.
In "Wings of Destiny!" from Green Lantern: The Silver Age #1, Green Lantern’s dream takes a surreal turn when a mishap transforms Pieface into a bird, setting off a chain of unexpected events. Later, with a crucial meeting at the airport looming, Green Lantern must dodge a hijacking while navigating the chaos of an already bizarre day.
In "The Challenge From 5700 A.D.!", Hal Jordan is pulled from the present to face a future threat: Zegors, a highly evolved gila monster species that has conquered Earth in the year 5700. Sent by the Solarite council, Hal must confront their ultimate weapon before time itself unravels—only to return to the present with no memory of what he’s done.
In "Green Lantern's Brother Act!", Hal Jordan teams up with his siblings Jim and Jack to support Jack’s political campaign, blending family dynamics with superhero intrigue. As reporter Sue Williams digs into the mystery of Jim Jordan’s possible secret identity, the line between public life and hidden heroism starts to blur.
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↩ Reprints Showcase #22 (1959), Showcase #23 (1959), Showcase #24 (1960), Green Lantern #1 (1960), Green Lantern #2 (1960), Green Lantern #3 (1960), Green Lantern #4 (1961), Green Lantern #5 (1961), Green Lantern #6 (1961), Green Lantern #7 (1961), Green Lantern #8 (1961), Green Lantern #9 (1961)
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