About this Collection
This volume collects issues #36-42 of the 2013 Superman: The Man of Steel series, continuing the adventures of the Man of Steel as he faces new threats and personal challenges in Metropolis. Written by Brian Michael Bendis with art by various artists, the collection features storylines that delve into Superman's dual identity and his role as a protector of Earth.
In "Toys in the Attic," Lex Luthor's cold calculations about a battle between Combattor and Superman take a surprising turn when Gangbuster steps in—unseen and unheralded—to stop the machine, leaving his own fate irrevocably changed. Written by John Byrne and Jerry Ordway, with art by Jerry Ordway and inks by John Beatty, this 2013 issue delivers a tense, character-driven moment where perception clashes with reality, all under a striking cover by Jerry Ordway and John Byrne.
Contains 8 stories
Toys in the Attic
22 pp · superhero
Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Captain Maggie SawyerJimmy OlsenCat GrantLana LangAllie (cameo)Whit (cameo)Godiva (cameo, flashback)Walter Dunhill (flashback, dies)Merriweather (flashback, dies)Mick (dies)Dr. Gretchen KelleyToyman [Winslow Schott] (first post-Crisis appearance)Lex Luthor
Junk
22 pp · superhero
Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Lana LangPete Ross (first post-Crisis appearance)Jonathan KentMartha KentDr. Whitney (flashback, dies)Mrs. Whitney (flashback, dies)Guardians of the Universe (flashback)Green Lantern Corps (flashback)Elsie (flashback)ManhuntersDr. Whitney (Manhunter robot, dies)Mrs. Whitney (Manhunter robot, flashback)
Hell Is Where the Heart Is...
22 pp · superhero
Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Spectre [Jim Corrigan]Jonathan KentMartha KentLana LangMayor Rutherford B. SmallDr. Whitney (Manhunter replacement robot, destroyed)
Last Stand!
22 pp · superhero
Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Green Lantern [Hal Jordan]Guardians of the UniverseZamaronsHighmaster
Point of View
22 pp · superhero
Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Celia WindwardLois LaneGangbuster [Jose Delgado]CynthiaCombattor [Lawrence Henry Chin] (dies)Lex Luthor
Visitor
22 pp · superhero
Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Lois LaneLana LangJonathan KentMartha KentSam Lane (flashback)Ella Lane (flashback)PegJose Delgado
Wings
22 pp · superhero
Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Lois LaneJimmy OlsenSarah Olsen (first appearance, Jimmy's mother)Captain Maggie SawyerJamie Sawyer (first appearance, Maggie's daughter)James Sawyer (first appearance, Maggie's ex-husband)Dr. Simon Locke (first appearance)Toby RaynesSamSkyhook (villain, first appearance)
...The Amazing Brainiac
22 pp · superhero
Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Cat GrantJimmy OlsenAdam MorganJerry WhiteLois LaneMr. ChinMrs. ChinRonnie ChinJanet JonesSelena the Beautiful Buxum Bearded LadyHarryDr. Howard (first appearance)Brainiac [Milton FineVril Dox] (first post-Crisis appearance)
