Superman: Year One (Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition) #[nn]
☆ Be the first to reviewIn "Superman: Year One Part One Smallville," a young Clark Kent grapples with the weight of his alien origins while trying to fit in on Earth. Written by Frank Miller and illustrated by John Romita Jr., this story captures Clark’s formative years in Smallville, where he first learns to harness his powers—and discovers the courage to protect those he cares about. The emotionally grounded tale, enhanced by Danny Miki’s inks and Alex Sinclair’s colors, culminates in a pivotal moment at graduation, where Clark makes a life-changing decision. The cover, a striking collaboration by Miller and Romita Jr., captures the quiet intensity of a hero in the making.
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Sent in a rocket from the planet Krypton before it exploded, Kal-El arrives on Earth and is adopted by the Kents. Growing up as Clark Kent, he learns to control his powers so as not to hurt anyone. That is put to the test when Clark stands up to school bullies who are picking on his friends. When the bullies threaten Lana, Clark stops the bullies, and develops a romantic relationship with Lana. At graduation, Clark enlists in the Navy and leaves Smallville.
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