(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Nick Cardy
Written by Jack Miller, Otto Binder, Robert Bernstein and Others Art by Ramona Fradon, Nick Cardy and Others Marking Aquaman's early Silver Age appearances, this volume is the perfect starting point for fans of Arthur Curry's retconned continuity that established him as the ruler of Atlantis and expanded his supporting cast to include Aqualad, Mera, Topo the octopus, and more. Featuring art by Ramona Fradon and Nick Cardy, The King of Atlantis collects stories from ADVENTURE COMICS #229-280, #282, and #284: ACTION COMICS #272; DETECTIVE COMICS #293-300; WORLD'S FINEST COMICS #125; SHOWCASE #30-33; SUPERMAN'S GIRL FRIEND LOIS LANE #12; and AQUAMAN #1-3.
It's 'One Year Later' after the events of Infinite Crisis, and Aquaman has totally changed! The new Aquaman begins the hunt for his missing father and fights a savage duel against an Atlantean warrior over his alliance with the much-feared King Shark. Also, the fate of Atlantis is revealed as Aquaman encounters a band of Atlanteans led by Mera! Who is the new savior of the seven seas and what happened to the original Aquaman? Collects AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS #40-49.
(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Jim Lee, Scott Williams
Written by Mort Weisinger, Paul Kupperberg, Peter David, Geoff Johns, and others Art by Paul Norris, Ramona Fradon, Craig Hamilton, Jim Calafiore, and others Celebrate Aquaman's comic book debut in the pages of More Fun Comics #73 with this deluxe volume of iconic stories selected from eight decades of high-seas adventures. Featuring over 400 pages of classic and modern tales such as Aquaman Joins the Navy, The Legend of Aquaman, and The Trench--plus historical commentary from former Aquaman writers and editors Mark Waid, Paul Kupperberg, Robert Greenberger, and Paul Levitz--this edition is the perfect companion piece to the upcoming motion picture Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom!
(W) Keith Giffen, Robert Loren Fleming (A) Curt Swan & Various (CA) Curt Swan, Al Vey
Discover Aquaman's humble beginnings before he became ruler of Atlantis! Born as Orin to Queen Atlanna and the mysterious wizard Atlan in the city of Poseidonis, he was abandoned as a baby on Mercy Reef above sea level. To any other Atlantean, this would have been fatal-but Orin survived to travel the ocean until he was found by a lighthouse keeper and renamed Arthur Curry. This new title collects AQUAMAN SPECIAL #1 and AQUAMAN #1-5 from 1989, in which Aquaman must face unseen invaders in Atlantis.
Aquaman, the King of Atlantis, has never found a true home in either of the worlds that he was born of. In these tales from AQUAMAN: REBIRTH #1 and issues #1-7 of the new series, the King of Atlantis attempts to broker a peace between Atlantis and the surface, but this noble quest might force Aquaman to choose whether to live his life above the waves, or below them. Plus, Black Manta makes his bloody return and seeks to destroy everything and everyone Aquaman loves!
(W) Dan Abnett (A) Brad Walker & Various (CA) Brad Walker, Andrew Hennessy
Recovering and rebuilding after the 'Deluge,' Aquaman finds himself locked in a ferocious battle with Warhead, a monster awakened during Atlantis' war with the surface. Then, Deadwater makes an unwelcome return! Collects AQUAMAN #16-24.
(W) Geoff Johns (A) Paul Pelletier & Various (CA) Paul Pelletier
Unfolding from 'Throne of Atlantis' comes a murder mystery that sends Aquaman to the ends of the Earth to reveal a reveal a threat to those closest to him! Plus, Aquaman enlists The Others to help find a missing relic in the Southwestern United States before his enemies can get to it and possess untold power. Collecting AQUAMAN #17-19 and 21-25.
(W) Jack E. Miller & Various (A) Paul Norris & Various (CA) Jim Lee, Scott Williams
Celebrate more than seven decades of the ruler of the seas, king of Atlantis, and Justice League team member: Aquaman! Since his debut in 1941, Aquaman has defeated villains and saved the world on land and in the ocean, and this anthology collects his brightest and darkest moments in the definitive look at his history as a DC Comics Super Hero. Whether it's Orin or Arthur Curry, Aquaman is a beloved and timeless hero, and we're pleased to present this collection in honor of his 75th Anniversary.
The first collection of the new AQUAMAN series, now in trade paperback! The superstar creators from BLACKEST NIGHT and BRIGHTEST DAY reunite to take AQUAMAN to amazing new depths! AQUAMAN has renounced the throne of Atlantis - but now, from a forgotten corner of the ocean emerges?THE TRENCH! Collecting AQUAMAN #1-6!
Banished from Atlantis and branded a traitor with every denizen of the deep programmed to deliver him a death sentence, Aquaman must cope with life after the Obsidian Age. It's Aquaman as you've never seen him before. Collects AQUAMAN #1-6 and AQUAMAN SECRET FILES #1.
(W) Dan Abnett, Rob Williams (A) Joe Bennett & Various (CA) Rafa Sandoval
After Aquaman's undersea kingdom rises to become a world power of the surface, the Suicide Squad must infiltrate the city and send it back to the depths or die trying. The epic crossover event is collected here in these stories from Aquaman #39-40 and Suicide Squad #45-46.
Enraged by rumors of Arthur's survival in the slums of Atlantis, the ruthless King Rath orders the use of ancient Atlantean techno-magic to track down the Aquaman at all costs! But the ex-king Arthur can't hide for long when his fate collides with that of a mysterious young woman on the run from Rath's own secret police. Her name: Dolphin. Collects AQUAMAN #25-30.
In these stories from AQUAMAN #7-13, Aquaman joins up with his old teammates, The Others, to learn who destroyed Atlantis! But as they seek the truth, Black Manta is stalking them all-and Mera learns some dark truths about Aquaman!
(W) Jeff Parker (A/CA) Paul Pelletier, Sean Parsons
'Sea of Storms' is collected from AQUAMAN #26-32 and ANNUAL #2! Aquaman faces a forgotten Atlantean legend: the Karaqan! A massive crustacean of incredible power, the Karaqan once served the King of Atlantis but now poses one of his greatest threats. And when Aquaman's trident is stolen, a host of ancient evils is freed from a mysterious portal along with the Greek demigod Hercules!
(W) Gail Simone, Mark Waid, Marc Andreyko (A) Various (CA) Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson
READ GAIL SIMONE'S ICONIC RUN FROM THE VERY BEGINNING! Art by Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson, Bernard Chang and Others On Themyscira, she is known as Diana, but to the rest of the world, she is called Wonder Woman due to her strength, bravery, and courage! In her first DC Finest collection, we land in the beginning of acclaimed writer Gail Simone's (Birds of Prey) fan-favorite era that delved heavily into the history and mythology of the Amazons. These stories, including The Circle, Ends of the Earth, and Rise of the Olympian, saw Diana facing classic foes like Captain Nazi, literary monsters such as Grendel, and, of course, her longtime nemesis Ares. Each DC Finest volume is the perfect starting point to get acquainted with a character and jump into tales that have contributed to their rich histories! DC Finest: Wonder Woman: Origins & Omens collects these Wonder Woman issues from October 2007 to 2009: Wonder Woman (vol. 3) #14-35, Outsiders: Five of a Kind - Wonder Woman/Grace #1, and The Brave and
(W) Dan Abnett (A) Ricardo Federici, Others (CA) Stejpan Sejic
Arthur joins forces with his new ally Dolphin, his loyal frenemy Vulko and the love of his life, Mera, to rally the underworld of Atlantis and end the reign of the nefarious King Rath! But even as Rath doubles his efforts to destroy 'the Aquaman,' dangerous new enemies begin to emerge from unexpected places...some vying for the throne themselves! Collects AQUAMAN #31-33 and ANNUAL #1.
(W) Brandon Thomas (A) Various (CA) David Talaski
Art by Diego Olortegui, Scott Koblish, Daniel Sampere and others The critically acclaimed miniseries that graduates Jackson Hyde from Aqualad to Aquaman is now available in one volume! Jackson Hyde finally has it all. Mentors who support him, a community that loves him, an honest relationship with his mother, and access to Aquaman?s private training facility in Atlantis. Well, he had it all?until that training facility and half the Atlantean palace got blown to kingdom come with Jackson inside. Now Jackson stands accused of wrecking the life he worked so hard to build as a mysterious new villain stalks him from the shadows. Aqualad?s going to need all his skills, wit, and cunning just to prove his own innocence, let alone inherit the name Aquaman! Plus?revisit Jackson Hyde?s first appearance as Aquaman on an adventure with Arthur Curry?s daughter in DC?s not-so-distant future! Collects Aquaman: The Becoming #1-6 and Future State: Aquaman #1-2.
(W) Dan Abnett (A) Kelley Jones & Various (CA) Joshua Middleton
After a decisive victory is won by Aquaman and the resistance, King Rath tightens his grip on Atlantis by unleashing an ancient magic that has not been seen for thousands of years. Can Aquaman and his allies assassinate Rath to end this civil war? Plus, witness the shocking origin of the nefarious King Rath in this earth-shattering volume! Collects AQUAMAN #34-38.
(W) Kelly Sue DeConnick, Jordan Clark (A) Miguel Mendonca, Robson Rocha, Marco Santucci (CA) Robson Rocha
A wedding is supposed to be a happy occasion. But for Aquaman and his allies, the wedding of the century is here?and hell follows with it. When Mera awakens from her coma, she finds herself betrothed?but not to Aquaman. The secret of the groom could spell doom for Atlantis, and it all culminates in a brawl at the altar, with wedding crashers from across the Seven Kingdoms!Acclaimed writer Kelly Sue DeConnick?s Aquaman run reaches its conclusion here!Collects Aquaman #58-65.
(W) Geoff Johns (A) Ivan Reis & Various (CA) Ivan Reis, Joe Prado
Just in time for the big screen release of the Warner Bros. movie Aquaman, DC rush solicits the new AQUAMAN BY GEOFF JOHNS OMNIBUS hardcover!
Collecting the entire run of Aquaman written by Geoff Johns, this 728-page hardcover includes AQUAMAN #0-19, #21-25, #23.1 (featuring Black Manta), #23.2 (featuring Ocean Master) and JUSTICE LEAGUE #15-17.
These issues are illustrated by Ivan Reis, Joe Prado, Pete Woods, Paul Pelletier, Claude St. Aubin, Geraldo Borges and others, with a cover by Reis and Prado.
As these stories begin, Aquaman has renounced the throne of Atlantis - until, from a forgotten corner of the ocean, emerges the threat of the Trench! Then, Aquaman joins up with his old teammates, The Others, to learn who destroyed Atlantis! But as they seek the truth, Black Manta is stalking them all-and Mera learns some dark truths about Aquaman! And in the "Throne of Atlantis" epic, Aquaman teams up with his Justice League comrades to defend the surface world from the invading Atlantean horde.
(W) Kelly Sue DeConnick & Various (A) Robson Rocha & Various (CA) Robson Rocha, Daniel Henriques
'Year of the Villain' strikes Aquaman as Black Manta and his Mecha Manta invade Amnesty Bay with one target in mind: Aqualad! It's land versus sea in a battle of titanic proportion! But which side will Jackson Hyde choose-his mentor or his father? Then, Aquaman encounters a new crisis when Mera unexpectedly goes into labor...and things don't look good for the queen of Atlantis. Collects Aquaman #53-57 and Aquaman Annual #2.
(W) Various (A) Various (CA) David Mazzucchelli
THE DEFINITIVE RETELLING OF THE DARK KNIGHT'S ORIGIN! Written by Frank Miller, Mike W. Barr, Max Allan Collins and Others Art by David Mazzucchelli, Todd McFarlane, Dave Cockrum and Others Begin your DC Finest: Batman collection with what is regarded as one of the greatest masterpieces in comics: Year One. We all know the story of how young Bruce Wayne lost his parents. Now witness his early years, before he befriended an honest cop named James Gordon, as Bruce trains to become a dark guardian of justice. And in Year Two, Batman meets the Reaper, a villain so vile he made the Dark Knight rethink his stance on firearms. Collects BATMAN #404-414, BATMAN ANNUAL #11, and DETECTIVE COMICS #571-581.
(W) Dan Abnett (A) Stejpan Sejic (CA) Joshua Middleton
Aquaman's mythology is completely reimagined in this acclaimed epic combining science fiction and fantasy in Aquaman: Underworld, now collected into a new deluxe hardcover edition! Enraged by rumors of Arthur's survival in the slums of Atlantis, the ruthless King Rath orders the use of ancient Atlantean techno-magic to track down the Aquaman at all costs! But ex-king Arthur can't hide for long when his fate collides with that of a mysterious young woman on the run from Rath's own secret police. Her name: Dolphin! Collects AQUAMAN #25-30.
(W) Jerry Siegel (A) Various (CA) Joe Shuster
THE HISTORIC DEBUT OF THE MAN OF STEEL! Art by Joe Shuster, Wayne Boring, Paul Cassidy and Others Journey back to the Golden Age of comics, when the world was introduced to the very first superhero: Superman, champion of the oppressed, who has sworn to devote his existence to helping those in need! This inaugural volume showcases Superman's origin tale in Action Comics #1 and his first self-titled series from 1939 in a new format that is meant to be accessible to new and longtime fans who have yearned to collect Superman's complete adventures. Learn how Superman's early superpowers worked and witness his burgeoning relationship with star reporter Lois Lane. The First Superhero covers Summer 1938 to Fall 1940 and reprints classic stories from Action Comics #1-25, Superman #1-5, and New York World's Fair #1.
At the cursed hand of the sorcerer Thulsa Doom, Atlantis sank beneath the waves many eons ago. Now that same evil hand summons it back from the depths, to enact vengeance against the entire world. Only Red Sonja can protect Hyborea from the power of Atlantis? but who will protect Atlantis from the power of Thulsa Doom? Kingdoms will fall and the oceans will spill over the earth! Atlantis Rises collects the entire four-issue miniseries, plus all the gorgeous cover artwork by Lucio Parillo.
(W) Geoff Johns (A) Ivan Reis & Various (CA) Photo
Aquaman, who long ago lost contact with his people, must watch as armies emerge from the sea to attack the surface world. The Justice League answers the call to defend the shores from the invading Atlantean horde. But whose side is Aquaman on? With his brother Orm at the head of the undersea army, will Aquaman stand with his Earthbound superteam? Or his own people? Find out in this exciting hardcover collecting AQUAMAN #0 and 14-16 and JUSTICE LEAGUE #15-17.
(W) Various (A/CA) Lee Bermejo
DC Comics: The Art of Lee Bermejo collects the boldest and most iconic work of celebrated comics artist Lee Bermejo! Known for his incredible and distinctive work on the Joker and Lex Luthor: Man of Steel collaborations with writer Brian Azzarello, Before Watchmen: Rorschach, a long list of powerfully compelling covers, and more, Lee Bermejo?s work speaks for itself!This volume is a beautiful and brilliant showcase of Bermejo?s art and features commentary on some of his favorite titles, essays from fellow comics professional and friends, behind-the-scenes artwork, and an extensive gallery of some of his finest covers.
(W) Collin Kelly, Jackson Lanzing (A) Vasco Georgiev (CA) Jay Anacleto
With the Justice League taken out of commission, Aquaman and the Flash face an alien invasion on their own. Will this unlikely pair be able to find the weakness of this seemingly invincible foe and save the Earth? Writers Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly (Batman Beyond: Neo-Year, Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty) team up with rising-star artist Vasco Georgiev to deliver an epic tale of two heroes facing impossible odds. Collects AQUAMAN & THE FLASH: VOIDSONG #1-3.
(W) Edmond Hamilton, Bill Finger, Various (A) Curt Swan, Dick Sprang, Various (CA) Darwyn Cooke
They had been fighting crime separately for years, but it wasn't until the historic SUPERMAN #76 in 1952 that Superman, the Man of Steel, finally teamed up with the Caped Crusader himself, Batman. That story proved so popular that they became the main feature in World's Finest Comics, and thus, the greatest friendship in comics was born. Collects the classic story of their first meeting from SUPERMAN #76 and their team-ups from WORLD'S FINEST #71-116.
(W) Dave Maass (A) Patrick Lay & Various
Mixing dystopian sci-fi, mythic fantasy, and zombie horror, Death Strikes: The Emperor of Atlantis, is a graphic novel based on a suppressed opera written in 1943 by Peter Kien and Viktor Ullmann, two prisoners at the Terez?n concentration camp in Czechoslovakia. The authors did not live to see their masterpiece performed. Set in an alternative universe where Atlantis never sank but instead became a technologically advanced tyranny, the power-mad buffoonish Emperor declares all-out war-everyone against everyone. Death goes on a labor strike, creating a hellscape where everyone fights, but no one dies. Can the spirit of Life stop this terror with the power of love? Includes designs from the original opera, historical essays, photographs, and more.
(W) Danielle Paige (A/CA) Stephen Byrne
Princess Mera is teenage royalty and heir to the throne of Xebel, a colony ruled by the other no-so-lost land under the sea, Atlantis. Her father, his court, and the entire kingdom are expecting her to marry and introduce a new king. But Mera is destined to wear a different crown.... When the Xebellian military plots to overthrow Atlantis and break free of its oppressive regime, Mera seizes the opportunity to take control of her own destiny by assassinating Arthur Curry-the long-lost prince and heir to the kingdom of Atlantis. But her mission gets sidetracked when Mera and Arthur unexpectedly fall in love. Will Arthur Curry be the king at Mera's side, or will he die under her blade as she attempts to free her people from persecution? An astonishing story that explores duty, love, heroism, and freedom…all through the eyes of readers' favorite undersea royalty. From New York Times best-selling author Danielle Paige (Dorothy Must Die) and artist Stephen Byrne comes a Mera -and-Aquaman story that explores Mera's first steps on land, and her first
(W) Chuck Brown, Brandon Thomas (A) Sami Basri, Max Raynor (CA) Travis Moore
When a suicide bomber in Middle America is revealed as an Atlantean sleeper agent seemingly gone rogue, the Aquamen--Arthur Curry and Jackson Hyde--are on the case. But it soon becomes clear that the tragedy was not just a single bad actor, but the beginnings of a much larger and more dangerous chain reaction...and the heart of an explosive Atlantean conspiracy! If Arthur's not careful, the secrets he's keeping--from Mera, Tula, Tempest, Atlantis, the surface, and even Jackson--could cause a rift from which the Aquamen might never recover! Collects AQUAMEN #1-6.
(W) Scott Snyder (A/CA) Greg Capullo
Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC?s bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size! Considered one of the greatest stories in the Dark Knight's historic lore, BATMAN: THE COURT OF OWLS SAGA is an epic tale told by two of comics' finest storytellers. After a series of brutal murders rocks Gotham City, Batman begins to realize that perhaps these crimes go far deeper than appearances suggest. As the Caped Crusader begins to unravel this deadly mystery, he discovers a conspiracy going back to his youth and beyond to the origins of the city he's sworn to protect. Could the Court of Owls, once thought to be nothing more than an urban legend, be behind the crime and corruption? Or is Bruce Wayne losing his grip on sanity and falling prey to the pressures of his war on crime? Collects Batman (2011) #1-11.
(W) Kelly Sue DeConnick (A/CA) Robson Rocha, Daniel Henriques
The tides turn for the Sea King as Kelly Sue DeConnick and red-hot artist Robson Rocha steer Aquaman into uncharted waters! Arthur Curry discovers more of his true nature and his connection to the seas. Once he regains his memories and uncovers the shocking truth of how he lost them, which home will he return to the land or the sea? Plus, Aqualad returns, Mera makes a life-altering decision, and Black Manta reunites with his dead father! Collects Aquaman #48-52.
(W) Peter David (A) Joe St. Pierre & Various (CA) Jim Calafiore, Peter Palmiotti
In this second volume of undersea tales written by Peter David, an assassin called Deadline has been hired to kill Aquaman. To make matters worse, Aquaman's harpoon hand has been melted from his recent battles, and he must go to S.T.A.R. Labs in Metropolis to get a replacement. Will Aquaman be able to replace his 'hand' in time to save the city of Poseidonis and avoid the hit that's been put out on him? Collects AQUAMAN #9-20 and AQUAMAN ANNUAL #1.
(W) John Ridley (A) Giuseppe Camuncoli, Andrea Cucchi (CA) Giuseppe Camuncoli, Marco Mastrazzo
Academy Award-winning screenwriter John Ridley (12 Years a Slave, Let It Fall) examines the mythology of the DC Universe in this compelling new graphic novel! Reframing iconic moments in DC history and charting a previously unexplored sociopolitical thread as seen through the prism of DC Super Heroes who come from historically disenfranchised groups. The Other History of the DC Universe isn't about saving the world--it's about having the strength to simply be who you are.
(W) John Ridley (A) Giuseppe Camuncoli, Andrea Cucchi (CA) Jamal Campbell
The long-awaited miniseries written by Academy Award-winning screenwriter John Ridley (12 Years a Slave, Let It Fall) and beautifully illustrated by Giuseppe Camuncoli and Andrea Cucchi is now available in one volume! The Other History of the DC Universe takes a look at the mythology of the DC Universe as seen through the prism of several generations? worth of DC Super Heroes who come from historically disenfranchised groups. Extensively researched and masterfully executed, The Other History of the DC Universe promises to be an experience unlike any other. You may think you know the history of the DC Universe...but the truth is far more complex. The Other History of the DC Universe isn't about saving the world?it's about having the strength to simply be who you are. Collects The Other History of the DC Universe #1-5.
(W/A/CA) Travis Dandro
From a child's-eye view, Travis Dandro recounts growing up with a drug-addicted birth father, alcoholic step-dad, and overwhelmed mother. As a kid, Dandro would temper the tension of his every day with flights of fancy, finding refuge in toys and animals and insects rather than the unpredictable adults around him. King of King Court is a revelatory autobiography that examines trauma, addiction, and familial relations in a unique and sensitive way.
The latest DC POSTER PORTFOLIO focuses on the evildoers of 'Year of the Villain' as seen in this special event, with art by Stanley 'Artgerm' Lau, Gabriel Dell'Otto, Frank Quitely, Alex Maleev and more! Printed on heavy cardstock paper at a big 12 inches by 16 inches, the pages of the DC POSTER PORTFOLIOS are easily removed from the binding and are suitable for framing.
(W) Various (A) Carmine Infantino, Various (CA) Carmine Infantino
Written by Gardner Fox, John Broome, Robert Kanigher, and others DC celebrates the work of artist and former DC publisher Carmine Infantino in this collection of stories pulled from his decades-spanning career. Features selections from All-Star Comics #40; Flash Comics #86 and #90; All-American Comics #95; Comic Cavalcade #28; Sensation Comics #87; Mystery in Space #3; Secret Hearts #8; The Adventures of Rex the Wonder Dog #4; Showcase #4; Western Comics #73; The Flash #112 and #123; The Brave and the Bold #49; Detective Comics #327; Strange Adventures #205; The House of Mystery #296; DC Comics Presents #73; Secret Origins #17; and Danger Trail #1-4.