Monsters: The Marvel Monsterbus Vol. 2, Stan Lee, Larry Lieber & Jack Kirby — 1st Ed
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Publication: New York, Marvel Comics, 2017
Formatting: 4to, pp. 872.
Condition Report: Near Fine. This substantial volume presents exceptionally well, with a tight, square binding that shows no signs of sagging despite its significant page count and weight. The boards are sharp and unbumped, and the pages remain bright, clean, and entirely free of foxing or internal markings. The vibrant dust jacket is similarly well-preserved, exhibiting only the faintest hints of surface rubbing, and is protected in a clear, archival-quality sleeve.
Catalogue Note: A first edition thus of this comprehensive omnibus collecting the pre-superhero monster tales of the early Marvel Age. This volume is profusely illustrated throughout by Jack Kirby, featuring vibrant, full-colour reproductions of the original comic pages. Given the substantial print run of modern omnibuses, it is not inherently rare, but it has become increasingly scarce on the open market as it is highly sought after by collectors of Silver Age Marvel and Jack Kirby enthusiasts.
Before the dawn of the Marvel Universe's superhero pantheon, comicdom’s most fantastic beasts roamed the Earth! This massive concluding volume collects the towering monster menaces and alien invaders that defined Marvel's late-1950s and early-1960s output. Featuring page after page of colossal creatures like Fin Fang Foom, Grogg, and Ogg, this collection showcases the unparalleled creative synergy of Stan Lee, Larry Lieber, and "The King" himself, Jack Kirby, as they laid the imaginative groundwork for the Marvel Age.
Book Condition: Near Fine
Book Authors: Stan Lee, Larry Lieber, Jack Kirby
Book Publisher: Marvel Comics
Book Language: English
Narrative Type: Comics, Magazines & Other
Genre: Science Fiction
Book edition: First Edition
Signed: No
Book Pages: 872
Book Publication Year: 2017
Book Publication Date:
Book Binding: Hardcover
Illustrator: Jack Kirby
Book Series: Marvel Monsterbus
Country/region of manufacture: China
Book Dimensions:
Book Condition Guide
| Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| New | A brand-new, unread and professionally handled book. Carefully preserved from publication to purchase, these books are offered in the best attainable condition. This grade applies to recently published titles that have not entered long-term storage. |
| As New | The book is in pristine, original condition as if just published. No signs of use or handling. The dust jacket (if present) is equally flawless. This grade applies to any book that has remained untouched in storage for years. |
| Fine | The book is close to As New. It remains bright and attractive, but could show minor imperfections to the boards and/or dust jacket (if present). Its pages are typically clean and unmarked. |
| Near Fine | The book has a number of small flaws, i.e. slight rubbing to the edges, or tiny chips or creases to the dust jacket (if present). Its pages may have faint marks, or creases that are barely perceptible — nothing that detracts from their overall condition. |
| Very Good | The book maintains its structural integrity, and has no major flaws such as tears to its binding or pages. It may, however, show signs of careful use, handling, or storage — small marks and creases, light foxing. Its dust jacket (if present) remains fully intact, but small tears may be present. |
| Good | A book that remains intact and readable with complete text pages, but shows moderate signs of wear and use to both the book and dust jacket (if present). It may have noticeable creases, nicks, or stains, and the spine likely shows fading, bumping, and rubbing. There could be writing, underlining, and other marks on some pages, though the majority will be clean and tidy. |
| Fair | A book with significant wear or damage. The text pages will be complete, but there may be heavy underlining, highlighting and staining throughout, and the book’s endpapers, half-title, and copyright pages could be damaged or missing. The binding could be loose, and the dust jacket (if present) may have notable scuffs or tears. These copies are usually of interest for content, signature(s) or scarcity. |
| Poor | A heavily worn book whose value lies in its complete and legible text. A poor book will have substantial defects — loose joints or hinges, detached covers, loose and/or missing pages, and could be heavily soiled. A poor book is also known as a reading copy, and although compromised, can hold historical or bibliographic significance. |
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