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Superman: The Man of Steel, Vol. 1

2 Ratings: 4.0

A book by John Byrne

This is the bestselling book that reestablished Superman as the world's foremost superhero! Relive the legend of Superman, from the doomed world of Krypton to his first encounters with archenemy Lex Luthor, ally Batman, and fellow reporter Lois Lane.

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Author: John Byrne

Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels

Publisher: DC Comics

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review by Madpenguin. May 24, 2011

posted in Speech Bubbles: Comics & Graphic Novels

Superman: The Man of Steel, Vol. 1 - Recreated a legend for a newer audience (at that time).

In a far galaxy exists a world called Krypton that is on the brink of destruction. The planet is highly unstable and is set to explode in hours. A scientist by the name of Jor-El understands that his doom is near. He decides to put his son Kal-El in a rocket ship and plot a course for the planet called Earth. Years later, Kal-El, who is now named Clark Kent grows up to be an extraordinary talented teen, with gifts that sets him apart from everyone else. After being told his origin from his new … more

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Quick Tip by Madpenguin. May 24, 2011

posted in Speech Bubbles: Comics & Graphic Novels

A Quick Tip by Madpenguin

An incredible reboot of the Man of Steel. This began the new run on Superman following the events of Crisis on Infinite Earths. Definitely a must read for any Superman fan.

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review by TomBenton. October 07, 2006

posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More

The Man of Steel gets a reboot

In 1986, DC Comics commissioned writers to create "reboot" stories for their three largest properties: Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman. Two of those reboots became some of the most famous comics ever written: Frank Miller's BATMAN: YEAR ONE, and John Byrne's SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL. THE MAN OF STEEL was originally a 6-issue miniseries. Issue 1 dealt with the destruction of Krypton, Clark's discovery that he was adopted, and Clark's invention of his alter-ego, "Superman". … more

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