The Marvel Book: Expand Your Knowledge Of A Vast Comics Universe

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Marvel Book: Expand Your Knowledge Of A Vast Comics Universe
Authors and Contributors      By (author) DK
By (author) Stephen Wiacek
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:256
Dimensions(mm): Height 235,Width 198
Category/GenreGraphic novels: history and criticism
ISBN/Barcode 9780241357651
ClassificationsDewey:741.5
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Imprint DK
Publication Date 3 October 2019
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Explore the defining features of the vast universe of Marvel Comics through specially-curated essays "The Marvel Book is a breath-taking tour of literally every concept that forms the gloriously bewildering and expansive Marvel Multiverse... an indispensable guide." Starburst One Marvel book to guide them all. If you want to understand the Marvel Comics Universe in all its complex glory, The Marvel Book is the only book you need. It is a unique exploration of the vast, interconnected Marvel Comics Multiverse from its birth to the end of everything and beyond. Meticulously researched and expertly written, The Marvel Book is packed with vivid, carefully sourced artwork, illuminating infographics, and incisive, specially curated essays that shed new light on the myriad wonders of the Marvel Comics universe. From iconic Super Heroes such as the Avengers, Spider-Man, and the Black Panther, to revolutionary technology like Iron Man's armors and S.H.I.E.L.D.'s Helicarriers, to enduring villains such as Thanos and Loki, The Marvel Book explores the key concepts, characters, and events that have defined and shaped Marvel Comics over the past 80 years. The book's content is divided into key subject areas-The Multiverse, Science and Technology, War and Peace, Cosmic Forces, Magic and the Supernatural, and Alternate Realities-that form the foundations of Marvel Comics. The Marvel Book is a revealing and invaluable roadmap to a boundless comics universe that no Marvel fan will want to miss! 2019 MARVEL

Author Biography

Stephen "Win" Wiacek has worked in all areas of the comics industry for over 30 years, as a writer, artist, editor, and designer. He has taught and lectured on comics creation and production, and from 1997-2007 he was chairman of the UK professional industry body, the Comics Creators Guild. Stephen lives in Kent, England and has written for DK's DC Comics Encyclopedia, Marvel Year By Year, Ultimate Marvel, The Black Panther Ultimate Guide and numerous other comic book-related titles.

Reviews

The book takes us on a breath-taking tour of literally every concept that forms the gloriously bewildering and expansive Marvel Multiverse. * Starburst Online *