Marvels #[nn]
Dec 1994 · Marvel · 19.95 USD; 26.95 CAD
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This hardcover collects the complete 1994 miniseries 'Marvels,' written by Kurt Busiek with painted artwork by Alex Ross. The story follows photographer Phil Sheldon as he documents the emergence of superheroes in the Marvel Universe from the 1930s through the 1970s, offering a human perspective on iconic events like the birth of the Human Torch and the arrival of Galactus.
"Chapter One: A Time of Marvels" introduces a powerful, intimate look at the public perception of superheroes through the eyes of Phil Sheldon, a journalist haunted by the way the world treats the very beings he once celebrated. Written by Kurt Busiek and rendered in breathtaking detail by Alex Ross—whose cover pencils, inks, and colors define the entire issue—this landmark story begins with Sheldon’s quiet resolve to challenge the narrative, taking on the controversial case of Spider-Man and the death of Capt. George Stacy.
Contains 5 stories
Untitled story
12 pp · superhero
Phineas Thomas HortonHuman Torch [Jim Hammond]
Chapter One: A Time of Marvels
45 pp · superhero
Phil Sheldon (introduction)Doris Sheldon (introduction)J. Jonah JamesonHuman Torch [Jim Hammond]Prof. Phineas T. HortonSub-Mariner [Namor]Angel [Tom Hallaway] (cameo)Betty DeanCaptain America [Steve Rogers]Bucky Barnes (cameo)PopeyeNick FuryWillie LumpkinToro (cameo)The Vision [Aarkus] (cameo)Black Marvel [Dan Lyons] (cameo)Black Widow [Claire Voyant] (cameo)Blazing Skull [Mark Todd] (cameo)Destroyer [Keen Marlow] (cameo)Thunderer [Jerry Carstairs] (cameo)
Chapter Two: Monsters
45 pp · superhero
Phil SheldonAvengers [Captain America [Steve Rogers]Giant-Man [Hank Pym]Thor [Thor Odinson]Iron Man [Tony Stark]]Masters of Evil [Radioactive ManBlack Knight [Nathan Garrett]MelterBennett SchwedFantastic Four [Human Torch [Johnny Storm]Mr. Fantastic [Reed Richards]Invisible Girl [Susan Storm]The Thing [Ben Grimm]X-Men [Cyclops [Scott Summers]AngelIceman [Bobby Drake]Beast [Hank McCoy]Marvel Girl [Jean Grey]]Doris SheldonBeth Sheldon (introduction)Jenny Sheldon (introduction)Barney BushkinNorman Osborn [Green Goblin]Dorrie EvansAlicia MastersJanet Van DyneCharles XavierJonah JamesonScarlet WitchQuicksilverHawkeyeDaredevil [Matt Murdock]Stilt-ManMaggie (introduction)Doctor Strange [Stephen Strange]Foggy NelsonKaren PageWillie LumpkinNick FuryGabe JonesDum Dum DuganBolivar TraskSentinelsFrederick FoswellBetty BrantPhil UrichThe Beatles [Paul McCartneyJohn LennonGeorge HarrisonRingo Starr]
Chapter Three: Judgment Day
45 pp · superhero
Phil SheldonPhil UrichCaptain AmericaQuicksilverScarlet WitchHawkeyeTony Stark (photographs)Doris SheldonBeth SheldonJenny SheldonAtlanteansSpider-Man [also as Peter Parker]Jonah JamesonDragon ManKa-Zar (photograph)Daredevil (photograph)Frederick FoswellSilver SurferFantastic Four [Human TorchThe ThingMister FantasticInvisible Girl]GalactusUatu the WatcherPunisher robot
Chapter Four: The Day She Died
45 pp · superhero
Phil SheldonCaptain Marvel [Mar-Vell]Scarlet Witch [Wanda Maximoff]ThorGoliathCaptain America [Steve Rogers]VisionIron Man [Tony Stark]Quicksilver [Pietro Maximoff]Marcia HardestyBlack Widow [Natasha Romanoff]J. Jonah JamesonRobbie RobertsonDoris SheldonSpider-Man [Peter Parker]Luke CageDoctor Octopus [Otto Octavius]Jen SheldonBeth SheldonDaredevil [Matt Murdock]Gwen StacyNamorGreen Goblin [Norman Osborn]Hulk [Bruce Banner]Hawkeye [Clint Barton]Danny Ketch
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