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Superman: Sunday Classics #1939-1943

Jan 2006 · Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. · 14.95 USD; 19.95 CAD
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This volume collects the first 183 Sunday Superman newspaper strips, originally published from 1939 to 1943, presenting the earliest full-color adventures of the Man of Steel as they appeared in newspapers. It showcases the formative years of the character, with stories that helped define the Superman mythos during the Golden Age of comics, including early encounters with iconic villains and the development of his supporting cast. The collection is part of Sterling Publishing's Sunday Classics series, which reproduces these historic strips in a large-format hardcover edition.

"The Man of Tomorrow" delivers a gripping wartime tale from the early days of Superman’s legend, spotlighting Clark Kent and Lois Lane as they team up with mysterious agent Hugh Martin to expose a shadowy threat to American democracy. With Jack Burnley’s dynamic art bringing the action to life, this story unfolds with tension and urgency, as Lois is taken hostage and Clark must rely on unexpected allies to survive. The bold cover by Peter Poplaski captures the drama, making this a standout entry in the Sunday Classics series.

Contains 20 stories
The Man of Tomorrow
1 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois Lane

In this classic tale from Superman: Sunday Classics, Clark Kent balances his dual life as a crusading journalist and the Man of Tomorrow, defending the helpless with quiet resolve. When a crisis threatens Metropolis, Lois Lane finds herself at the heart of a story that tests the limits of one man’s courage and compassion.

Twenty Four Hours to Ruin
8 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Mike HenselyLem MarstonLuke ConwayNita Marston
Mindless Slaves of Dr. Grout
6 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneMrs. JasperMr. BensonEmil RajekDr. GroutGov. Carling
Giants of Doom Valley
4 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]John CarringtonLois Lane
Assassins and Spies
12 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LanePaul Ragart

In "Assassins and Spies," Superman shields Paul Ragart, the voice of the besieged nation of Carolia, from deadly threats as Bangol’s forces march ever closer. As Clark Kent, he teams with Lois Lane to rally support and outwit hidden agents, all while the line between ally and enemy blurs in a high-stakes game of deception and duty.

The Chosen
8 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]George TaylorHenry RonldsonLamiteGrizzackMatildaLois Lane

In "The Chosen," Clark Kent's interview with financier Henry Ronaldson takes a sudden turn when he uncovers a secret network of men—coerced into building immense wealth for the enigmatic Lamite. With Lois Lane at his side and the shadow of a hidden power looming, Superman must unravel a conspiracy that reaches far beyond the boardroom, testing the limits of trust and justice.

The Dangerous Inheritance
13 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneSilas PierceHenry ThibaultLafe Kram
The Bandit Robots of Metropolis
8 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]George TaylorLois LaneSgt. Casey
Luthor, Master of Evil
11 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneLuthor

In a storm-lashed Metropolis, Superman races to save Lois Lane as a hurricane rages, only to uncover a chilling mystery: cars moving untouched through the chaos, driven by looters. The trail leads to Lex Luthor, who presents a brutal choice—Lois' freedom or Superman's life—turning a rescue into a test of wills.

Death Race
15 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneGregg KenneyMr. BartonPete ParkerSgt. CaseyMolly Chalmers
The Committee for a New Order
24 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneHugh MartinKopak

In "The Committee for a New Order," Superman and Lois Lane team up with government agent Hugh Martin to expose a secret group plotting to undermine American democracy. When Lois is taken hostage in a bid to lure Clark, the trio is captured—only for the group's leader, Kopak, to betray his fellow conspirators, steal their funds, and flee with Lois. The story unfolds with urgency and intrigue, as Superman races to protect his allies and bring the truth to light.

Destroy All Trucks
15 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneAndrew MorganJack PhillipsNancy TalbotAlbert ReynoldsGrant Astair

When a series of mysterious sabotage attacks cripples the Peerless Trucking Company, Superman steps in to uncover the truth behind the chaos. With the company’s fate hanging in the balance, he must sort through suspicion among the general manager, the heiress majority owner, her fiancé, and the rival trucking magnate—each with secrets of their own.

The Image
6 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneLaurel AmourThe Image [Angus Calhoun]Alan PryorTom Phelps

In "The Image," Superman races to rescue Lois Lane after she’s taken by the elusive thief known as The Image, who uses illusions of himself and objects to steal and then resell them. With multiple duplicates clouding the truth, Superman must untangle which version of The Image is real—while facing off against a criminal who turns deception into a weapon.

Arson Evidence
10 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneDon ChalmersTom JenksSam MurrayPercival "Spike" MasonCharlie Cook
The Champion of Democracy
2 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Perry WhiteLois LaneLex Luthor
The Superman Truck
15 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LaneBill GracyGrant MerrillJames Gordon [James Carson]
The Blaze
11 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LanePerry WhiteThe Blaze [Hal R. Kennedy]Dr. WilhelmJohn Gregg

In "The Blaze," Superman races to save lives when a fire breaks out on a repatriation liner, only to later face a mysterious arsonist in the remote north woods—where the flames seem to follow a pattern too deliberate to be coincidence. With Lois Lane and Perry White covering the story, and a new threat named The Blaze emerging from the smoke, Superman must piece together a connection between the two incidents before another life is lost.

Hollywood Victory Caravan
15 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Lois LanePerry WhiteTom GregoryIrma ForsytheJim MasonBob Franklin

Clark Kent and Lois Lane join a caravan of Hollywood actors touring the country to boost wartime fundraising, but as sabotage disrupts their journey at every stop, tensions rise and suspicion falls on the very performers they’re trying to support. With Perry White, Tom Gregory, Irma Forsythe, Jim Mason, and Bob Franklin all caught in the crossfire, loyalty is tested and the truth becomes harder to find than ever.

Cadet Training
6 pp · Superhero
Superman [Clark Kent]Dave Cooper
How Would Superman End World War II?
5 pp · Superhero
SupermanAdolf HitlerJosef Stalin

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Full credits

artist, inker Jack Burnley
cover pencils, inks Peter Poplaski

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↩ Reprints Superman: The Sunday Classics 1939-1943 #[nn] (1998), Superman: The Dailies #3 (2000)

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