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Cover: Jack Kirby & Bill Everett

Marvel Masterworks #17

Sep 1991 · Marvel · 34.95 USD; 40.45 CAD; 21.95 GBP
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“The Origin of Daredevil”
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This volume of Marvel Masterworks collects Daredevil issues #164-182 and the original graphic novel Daredevil: Love and War, covering Frank Miller's celebrated run on the series. It features the introduction of Elektra, the death of Elektra, and the iconic 'Born Again' storyline, with Miller's gritty art and storytelling defining the character for a generation.

Daredevil’s origin is reimagined in this pivotal 1991 Marvel Masterworks issue, where the Sub-Mariner, disillusioned by humanity’s refusal to listen, takes his case to court—only to turn to violence when justice fails. With Stan Lee’s storytelling and Wally Wood’s dynamic art bringing the clash to life, the story sets the stage for a fierce confrontation that leaves Daredevil standing in the wake of Namor’s rage. The cover by Jack Kirby and Bill Everett captures the moment’s intensity, a striking visual that echoes the drama within.

writer Stan Lee · artist, inker Wally Wood · colorist Richard Howell · letterer Artie Simek · cover Jack Kirby, Bill Everett

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Full credits

writer Stan Lee
artist, inker Wally Wood
letterer Artie Simek
cover pencils Jack Kirby
cover inks Bill Everett

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Namor hires Franklin and Murdock to sue the human race on his behalf. When this doesn't work, he gets himself arrested so he can have his day in court. Realizing humanity won't listen, the Sub-Mariner goes on a rampage which brings Daredevil into the (hopeless) fray. Namor returns to the sea out of respect for DD and to stop Krang from taking over Atlantis.

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