Celebrate Spidey's 60th Anniversary with this new edition Character Encyclopedia!

Spider-Man is one of the world's best-loved and most recognised super heroes, the spectacular star of the comic books. Released to coincide with Spidey's 60th anniversary in 2022, the Spider-Man Character Encyclopedia New Edition profiles more than 200 timeless Spidey characters in alphabetical order.

Packed with original Marvel artwork and fascinating info, it's the perfect introduction to the web-slinger's amazing world.

Featuring:

- Vibrant original comic book artwork.
- Each character gets a single page and every profile includes an overview and amazing facts and stats.
- Key info about iconic heroes and villains, and their adventures in the Marvel Comics universe is contained in small, easily-read captions, ideal for younger readers.
- Data files include key character info such as strength, speed, and fighting skill.

Marvel Spider-Man Character Encyclopedia New Edition is a must-have volume for fans of Marvel characters from the comics, including younger fans who might be intimidated by larger, more complex Marvel titles.

Discover the elemental properties of iconic Marvel Comics characters.

From the volatile gamma-irradiated Hulk to the stable Super-Soldier Captain America, and the technologically enhanced Iron Man to the cosmically charged Silver Surfer, the Marvel Comics Universe boasts a diverse array of heroes and villains. Whether mutants or Asgardians, Celestials or Inhumans, The Periodic Table of Marvel expertly classifies key and lesser known Marvel characters to reveal the properties that bind them, the catalysts that created them, the chain reactions that energize them, and the underlying structures and formulas that underpin the Marvel Universe.

With more than 130 character profiles written by a Marvel expert, beautiful comic book art, and Marvel's seal of approval, The Periodic Table of Marvel reveals the fascinating and surprising connections between the most incredible heroes and villains ever created.

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Super Hero. Leader. Avenger.

One of Marvel Comics most inspiring characters is all this and so much more. With a foreword by the equally legendary Stan Lee, Captain America: The Ultimate Guide: New Edition celebrates the 80th Anniversary of the iconic Captain America. Delve into the long and storied history of the First Avenger, from his service in World War II through to the earth-shattering events of the Infinity Wars and Empyre.

Discover the origins of Captain America and how he joined the Avengers. Learn about his first encounters with his courageous allies, including Peggy Carter, Winter Soldier, and Falcon, and his epic clashes with villains such as Baron Zemo and Red Skull. Iconic, brave, and principled, Captain America has become one of Marvel Comics' most beloved Super Heroes. Expertly written and lavishly illustrated, no Marvel or Captain America fan will want to miss this indispensable guide.

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Who is the Black Widow? Master spy? Avenger? S.H.I.E.L.D. agent?

One of Marvel Comics' foremost female Super Hero, Natasha Romanoff, is all this and much more. With a past cloaked in mystery and disinformation, it's hard to tell truth from deception. That's why The Black Widow: Secrets of a Super-spy is an invaluable e-guide to this most secretive of heroes, disclosing her long and labyrinthine history. Meticulously researched, expertly written, lavishly illustrated and boasting a bold, dynamic design The Black Widow: Secrets of a Super-spy peels back the secrets and lies to reveal the character in a stunning new light.

Trace the Black Widow's extraordinary journey from deadly Soviet assassin to Super Hero. Follow her training and enhancement in Russia's infamous Red Room and her clashes with Iron Man and Hawkeye, to becoming a key member of the Avengers and an indispensable S.H.I.E.L.D. agent, and ultimately striking out on her own path. Fearless, formidable, and unyielding-and steeped in the shadowy world of espionage-the Black Widow has become one of Marvel Comics' most unique and enduring Super Heroes. No Black Widow or Marvel fan will want to miss this.

Discover everything you've always wanted to know about your favourite Super Heroes!

How much weight can the Hulk lift? What's the farthest distance Spider-Man can sling a web? Can Iron Man fly faster than a space rocket? Young Marvel Super Hero fans want to know everything about their favourite characters from how hard Thor can slam his hammer to the size of the smallest hole Wasp can fly through-and much more.

Whether they are obsessed with Marvel comic books or they've only heard about Super Heroes in the playground, young fans will love discovering the fascinating answers to wild, wacky, and wonderful questions about Marvel Super Heroes.

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100 Marvel comics that built a universe.

Which comic books have helped define Marvel Comics and make them the pop-culture phenomenon they are today? Find out in Marvel Greatest Comics, a compelling showcase of some of the most trailblazing and inspiring comic books ever created. From the groundbreaking original Human Torch and his aquatic adversary Namor, the Sub-Mariner in 1939 to the game-changing 1960s Super Hero icons such as Spider-Man, the Avengers, and the Fantastic Four, to smart modern makeovers in the 21st century like Guardians of the Galaxy and Squirrel Girl, Marvel have set the pace.

This ebook's specially curated and expertly appraised selection is a stunningly illustrated and insightful assessment of Marvel Comics and its legacy through the comics that made the company great. These are the comics that changed the face of an industry. These are Marvel's greatest comics.

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Is Superman the strongest Super Hero alive? Where is Wonder Woman from? Is Darkseid the most evil Super-Villain ever? Who is the fastest man alive? Who are Batman's allies?

Have to know the answers to these questions? Look no further than the DC Comics Ultimate Character Guide: New Edition. Written by DC Comics experts, this illustrated encyclopedia features more than 200 incredible characters and Super Hero teams, including Batman, Harley Quinn, Justice League, and so many more.

The DC Comics Universe changed forever following their epic Rebirth event, and so did the characters. This comprehensive guide covers the latest key storylines for each character and includes stunning new images from the comics. It is also packed full of vital statistics and explains each character's super powers, from indestructibility to sorcery.

The DC Comics Ultimate Character Guide: New Edition is guaranteed to enthral fans for hours on end.

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