Soon in bookstores, taschen will release the golden age of dc comics, tracing the companys first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comic book burnings of the mccarthy 50s in. Oct 12, 2015 the first release is this one, devoted to as the title suggests the golden age of dc comics, an era ending in 1955, when the silver age was born. Paul levitz is a comic book fan who has worked as editorpublisher of the comic reader, editor of the batman titles and others, writer of more than 300 stories including an acclaimed run on. It concerns the golden age dc comics superheroes entering the 1950s and facing. My wife and i were killing time, waiting for some friends of hers from college to arrive, when we wandered into barnes and noble.
The first thing you will notice when you compare the 75 years book to this more recent one is the 75 years book looks like that muscular bully next to the skinny kid in those old charles atlas ads. Get the ultimate insights on the heyday of dc comics. Spanning from 1935 to 1956, more than 600 pages of. In june of 1938, action comics debuted with a new kind of comic book character on its cover. The book chronicles the early years of the comic book publisher, which has brought the world batman, superman and wonder woman, with. The single most comprehensive book on the subject, this volume traces the companys first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comic book burnings of the mccarthy 50s in more than 400 pages. Published march 1st 20 by taschen first published october 1st 2011. The golden age of dc comics bibliotheca universalis. Supermans story, and those of batman, wonder woman, and hundreds of other dc comics characters, are all told in the golden age of dc comics. Spanning from 1935 to 1956, more than 600 pages of covers and interiors, original illustrations, photographs, film stills,and ephemera chart the creators, the stories, and the gamechanging super heroes superman.
My wife and i were killing time, waiting for some friends of hers from college to arrive. Featuring a new interview with legendary artist joe kubert. Expanded from the eisner awardwinning xl book, 75 years of dc comics. Taschens golden age of dc comics explores superhero history.
The single most comprehensive book on the subject, this volume traces the companys first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comic book burnings of the mccarthy 50s in over 400 pages bursting with. The golden age of dc comics is a coffee table book covering the history of dc. The golden age of dc comics by paul levitz, 9783836556569, available at book. Story possibly the best present you could buy a comics buff, this taschen hardcover includes over 600 pages of covers and interiors, original. Taschen 75 years of marvel comics by roy thomas page. Expanded from the eisner awardwinning xl book, 75 years of dc comics, this edition offers readers the ultimate insight on dcs first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comicbook burnings of. So if they follow the same schedule, it would follow that they should be releasing their golden age of marvel book around february of 2017. Mar 15, 20 the golden age of dc comics by paul levitz and published by taschen, concentrates on the initial period of 19351956 offering an indepth visual history of a hugely influential time. In taschen books the golden age of dc comics 19351956, paul levitz tells the story of the influential publishing houses origins, appropriately, through sparing amounts of text and hundreds. The bronze age of dc comics, the silver age of dc comics. The golden age of dc comics book by taschen freshness. His eisnerawardwinning book, 75 years of dc comics. The ages of dc comics a compact guide for our readers.
Supermans story, and those of batman, wonder woman, and hundreds of other dc comics characters are all told in the golden age of dc comics. It concerns the golden age dc comics superheroes entering the 1950s and facing the advent of mccarthyism. Golden age of dc comics hc 2019 taschen bibliotheca edition comic books. The golden age of dc comics by paul levitz and published by taschen, concentrates on the initial period of 19351956 offering an indepth visual history of a hugely influential time.
Spanning from 1935 to 1956, more than 600 pages of covers and interiors, original illustrations. Taschen presents the best from old dc comics, including batman, superman, wonder woman, and batman, as well as more comprehensive overviews of the glory ages of comic books the bronze age of dc comics, the golden age of dc comics, and the silver age of dc comics. Taschen chronicles the golden age of dc comics hypebeast. The golden age of dc comics is a coffee table book covering the history of dc comics from 19351956. Golden age of dc comics hc 2019 taschen bibliotheca edition. Mark squirek has written for comic book marketplace, comics. Text by marta represa marta represa is a freelance writer specializing in fashion, art, photography and culture.
Despite multiple admonitions they and their photographer obviously dropped the ball. The first release is this one, devoted to as the title suggests the golden age of dc comics, an era ending in 1955, when the silver age was born. The golden age of dc comics in june of 1938, action comics debuted with a new kind of comic book character on its cover. Taschen will be releasing four followup volumes covering the silver age, bronze age, dark age and modern age later in 20. The golden age of dc comics 19351956 paul levitz taschen 20 very. Before the blockbuster movies, superheroes would arouse the imagination of children in a form of humble comic books. Post your golden age adventurenew adventurenew comics post your golden age adventurenew adventurenew comics. Taschen released their golden age of dc book about 2 years and 2 months after they released their gigantic 75 years of dc comics book. Golden age of dc comics hc 2019 taschen bibliotheca. The first in a new series, expanded from the eisner awardwinning book, 75 years of dc comics, hits the shelf at a reader friendly size with essays updated by author paul levitz and over 1,000 new images across five volumes. The golden age of dc comics by paul levitz 20, hardcover for. Dec 05, 2012 written by paul levitz and distributed by taschen, the golden age of dc comics is a 400page tome offering comprehensive coverage of dc comics between 19351956, displaying dcs historical.
Sep 24, 2006 dc needed the new comics 4 for the epic taschen book, jon berk made the request so i agreed. They became widespread and popular and many still popular comic book icons made their debut, beginning in the. The golden age of dc comics by paul levitz goodreads. Dc needed the new comics 4 for the epic taschen book. Taschen presents the best from old dc comics, including batman, superman, wonder woman, and batman, as well as more comprehensive overviews of the glory ages of comic booksthe bronze age.
Taschens series on dc comics explores the origins of comics most enduring legends and the behindthescenes stories of the men and women who created them, era by era. The golden age of dc comics livros na amazon brasil. The golden age of dc comics is out now, published by taschen. Taschen 75 years of marvel comics by roy thomas page 14. Expanded from the eisner award winning xl book, 75 years of dc comics, this new series hits the shelf at a readerfriendly size with essays updated by. Taschens golden age of dc comics explores superhero. Oct 12, 2015 supermans story, and those of batman, wonder woman, and hundreds of other dc comics characters, are all told in the golden age of dc comics.
Shortly after i got this, i read through it a couple of times and then tucked it away, so its in pretty great condition overall. Post your golden age adventurenew adventurenew comics. Spanning from 1935 to 1956, more than 600 pages of covers. Howbeit, dc had been publishing books about super heroes for a few years already. Paul levitz talks taschen reissue, explores dc comics history. Now, taschen publishing has issued a smaller book based on. Mar 14, 20 in taschen books the golden age of dc comics 19351956, paul levitz tells the story of the influential publishing houses origins, appropriately, through sparing amounts of text and hundreds of. Spanning from 1935 to 1956, more than 600 pages of covers and interiors, original illustrations, photographs, film stills, and ephemera chart the creators, the stories, and the gamechanging super heroes superman, batman, and wonder woman. Expanded from the eisner awardwinning xl book, 75 years of dc comics, this.
Levitz and taschen revisit dc s past with brand new. A new book chronicling the history of dc comics is going way back to see where batman and other heroes really began, and the hollywood reporter has a look inside the golden age of dc comics. Story possibly the best present you could buy a comics buff, this taschen hardcover includes over 600 pages of covers and interiors, original illustrations, film prints, and various dc ephemera, spanning from the 1930s to 1956 the golden age of comics, for the uninitiated. Shortly after i got this, i read through it a couple of. Supermans popularity helped make comic books a major arm of publishing, 4 which led rival companies to create superheroes of their own to emulate supermans success. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best possible experience on our website, to serve personalised content or relevant ads. Format is huge, quality of paper and comic materials in the book is amazing. The first thing you will notice when you compare the 75. Taschen has produced the single most comprehensive book on dc comics, and in an xl edition that even superman might have trouble lifting. Heros brought from the 1940s golden age to 1960s marvel age by alex grand duration. A new book by taschen the golden age of dc comics 19351956 is a definitive look at the development of a new popular entertainment and art form and the drama behind the scenes of the. Jan 08, 2019 the taschen hardcoverslipcased edition of 75 years of dc comics the art of modern mythmaking written and edited by paul levitz.
The golden age of dc comics by paul levitz, 9783836535731, download free ebooks, download free pdf epub ebook. As a matter of fact, they are releasing five separate volumes, each pulling material from the 75 years book, and each highlighting a distinctive historical age in comic books. The golden age of dc comics 19351956 by paul levitz. The golden age of dc comics paul levitz download free ebook. The golden age of dc comics bibliotheca universalis paul levitz on amazon. The golden age of dc comics book by taschen freshness mag. The iconic dc comic logo stands for comic book heroes and heroines from the dc universe, a universe that has grown from the 1930s onward, and continues to engage and entertain readers the world over. In june of 1938, action comics debuted with a new kind of comicbook. The book, as the title suggested, covered the entire history of dc comics. The golden age of dc comics 19351956 paul levitz taschen. The single most comprehensive book on the subject, this volume traces the companys first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comic book burnings of the mccarthy 50s in more than 400 pages bursting with comics, art, comics, photographs. With 400 pages of brilliantly reproduced classics, production photos, sketches and animation stills, levtiz adds commentary throughout placing each in their proper. Written by paul levitz and distributed by taschen, the golden age of dc comics is a 400page tome offering comprehensive coverage of dc comics between 19351956, displaying dcs.
Paul levitz is a comic book fan who has worked as editorpublisher of the comic reader, editor of the batman titles and others, writer of more than 300 storiesincluding an acclaimed run on. The first recorded use of the term golden age was by richard a. Concept golden age of comics appears in 3798 issues. Please request combined shipping for multiple items to save.
Taschen books can be found at book stores around the globe. The dc universe is explored with amazing illustrations and detailed histories. By continuing to use this website, you are giving consent to cookies being used. In june of 1938, action comics debuted with a new kind of comic book character on its. The golden age of dc comics by paul levitz, hardcover. The golden age is a 1993 fourissue elseworlds comic book miniseries by writer james robinson and artist paul smith. The golden age of dc comics in june of 1938, action comics debuted with a new kind of comicbook character on its cover. The taschen hardcoverslipcased edition of 75 years of dc comics the art of modern mythmaking written and edited by paul levitz. Expanded from the eisner awardwinning xl book, 75 years of dc comics, this edition offers readers the ultimate insight on dc s first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comic book burnings of. Howbeit, dc had been publishing books about super heroes for a. Lupoff in an article, rebirth, published in issue one of the fanzine comic art in april 1960 history. Taschen golden age of dc comics bibliotheca ed w paul levitz a dc comics get the ultimate insights on the heyday of dc comics.
Oct 01, 2011 the golden age of dc comics is a coffee table book covering the history of dc comics from 19351956. The golden age of dc comics by paul levitz recommended. The golden age of dc comics paul levitz download free. The art of modern mythmaking, was published by taschen, and is now being issued in 5 separate volumes, starting with the golden age of dc comics and his 40 year association with dc comics continues as his writing currently appears in legion of superheroes and worlds finest. Jan 25, 20 soon in bookstores, taschen will release the golden age of dc comics, tracing the companys first decades, from its pulp origins up to the comic book burnings of the mccarthy 50s in more than 400 pages with comics, art, comics, photographs, and more comics. Taschen presents the best from old dc comics, including batman, superman, wonder woman, and batman, as well as more comprehensive overviews of the glory ages of comic booksthe bronze age of dc comics, the golden age of dc comics, and the silver age of dc comics.
902 114 1167 1091 196 248 252 1146 694 64 1079 325 386 414 1203 466 93 1468 789 987 1032 584 725 1537 647 729 1469 604 1442 1517 1118 1307 655 455 671 356 677 1283 736 369 71 1423