The Steranko History of Comics #1
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeA landmark in comic history, The Steranko History of Comics #1 (1970) presents a definitive reimagining of Superman’s origin, told with emotional weight and visionary art. Written by Jerry Siegel and illustrated by Joe Shuster, the story follows Jor-L and Lara as they face Krypton’s destruction, launching their infant son toward Earth in a desperate bid for survival. The cover, a striking piece by Jim Steranko, captures the moment with haunting grandeur.
In a final, desperate bid to save their son, Jor-L and Lara launch Kal-L toward Earth in a tiny prototype rocket as Krypton collapses around them. The story follows the boy’s journey from the ashes of a dying world to a new life on Earth, where he will grow up to become Clark Kent—Superman—dedicated to protecting the innocent.
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Reprinted in Marvel Comics #1 #[nn] (1990)
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