Amazing Spider-Man Epic Collection: Spider-Man No More (Amazing Spider-Man (1963-1998))

Its always incredible to see all the characters introduced and kept significant by Stan Lee and Romita in the first run of Spidey's legendary career. These define all that is to come. MJ and Gwen-which will be most important or is that even relevant?Classic Dpidey is always gonna be worth another read

Great Condition. The packaging was great the book was in a plastic bag and had lots of packing peanuts to keep it from getting damaged!

Let's just be honest here: we can love Steve Ditko and still say that John Romita, as the back cover correctly says, brings the Spider-Man title to its next level. Peter Parker starts to become cool--he gets a motorcycle and "hits the jackpot" with the debut Mary Jane Watson. Interesting reading the source material for an estimated nine cartoons and six Hollywood films: Was Stan Lee reading Archie Comics? I ask because Harry Osborn seems to be Jughead, Gwen Stacy and Mary Jane Watson compete for Veronica, with the loser becoming Betty Cooper, while the actual comics' Betty, Miss Brant, gets married. Thoroughly enjoyable: I bought it because of the two-part Goblin story that was part of the classic of my childhood, "Bring on the Bad Guys," and was thoroughly pleased to read the first appearance of The Rhino! Avengers and Human Torch solo completists need it for Annuals 3 and 4, more pleasant surprises.

Bought couple of these for my 13 year old grandaughter and she loves them. She really schooled me on her knowledge from the author Stan Lee to the various characters including the name of the alter ego Spider-Man. I will continue to get these for her as long as I can afford them, which; some are very expensive. I did not realize with these items how much interaction we have and she just goes all in telling me items about the books, etc.I recommend these to parents/grandparents that have those who love to read.I asked, she responded she would rather have the books than dvd's of these characters. I think it's because she can take them in her book bag and read in her non class time at school.I'm lovin it......

I'm not sure why the Amazon product description reads "(Amazing Spider-Man (1963-1998)". This collection is roughly a year of the "Amazing Spider-Man" 'volume 1': #39 ('August' 1966) through #52 ('September' 1967), plus annuals #3 & #4, a "Spidey-Man" parody from "Not Brand Echh" #2, and reproductions of some of the original art.It's pleasant, largely bloodless superhero action with the angst-ridden hero, the good-looking, well-built college man Peter Parker, too distracted for friends, missing dates, and nearly scaring his elderly aunt to death as he wisecracks his way through battles with several of his classic foes and assorted thugs. All stories are attributed to Stan Lee (presumably in the classic Marvel collaborative system.) #39 was artist John Romita Sr's debut to the series; initially there are some anatomical awkwardnesses but he hits a smooth stride by #42 which continued through #52 and beyond. He provided the layouts for annual #3 (November 1966) but the artist is Don Heck with Mick Demeo's inks; for #4 (November 1967) Lee's brother Larry did the pencilwork and Mike Esposito inked. Artie Simek, Sam Rosen, and Jerry Feldman handled lettering. The colorist is not listed; Marie Severin?#39 starts out with the Green Goblin returning for revenge on our hero; both learn each other's identity; Pete and Harry Osborn become friends; Gwen Stacey is increasingly interested in Peter; Betty Brant returns but she and Peter have lost their connection, while Ned Leeds pursues, and ultimately proposes to, her. Norman Osborn winds up with amnesia in #40. The Rhino, and Pete's motorcycle, debut in #41. It's triple trouble for Pete in #42, when J. Jonah Jameson's astronaut son John develops super powers of his own, The Rhino is in hot pursuit, and Mary Jane Watson debuts. Spidey wraps up The Rhino in #43. The continuity is interrupted with the 72-page tASM King-Size Special (annual) #3: The Avengers test Spidey prior to offering membership, but it all ends in tears, and not just of The Hulk's pants. Next is #44: The Lizard returns, but despite all the angst, by #45 Spidey finds he can handle the mutated Dr Connors with one hand tied before his belly. In #46 The Shocker debuts, and Pete finally moves out on Aunt May. In #47 Kraven The Hunter returns, followed by The (new and improved) Vulture in #48. Both threats are wrapped up in #49; #50 is headlined with the dire words, "Spiderman No More!" Pete changes his mind on that one, however, just in time for the debut of crime boss The Kingpin, while underworld stoolie Patch reveals himself to be none other than ex-con Daily Bugle reporter Frederick Foswell. In #51 The Kingpin plans a citywide crime-takeover, kidnapping crusading publisher J. Jonah Jameson and overwhelming, but not bothering to unmask, disarm, or kill Spiderman himself. #52, "To Die A Hero," brings The Kingpin's crime-control efforts, and Foswell, to an end. The 72-page tASM King-Size Special (annual #4) concludes the serious adventures, with Spidey apparently in conflict with The Human Torch from The Fantastic Four - behind the scenes, however, it's none other than old enemy Mysterio and his new accomplice The Wizard. Afterwards we get a couple pages of orientation to our hero and his universe ("The Coffee Bean Barn", "Favorite Foes", "Spidey's Greatest Talent", "Petey's Pad", etc.) This is followed by the 8 page "Spidey-Man vs. Gnatman and Rotten" section of "Not Brand Echh" #2 (the rest of the issue, "Ironed-Man vs. Magnut Robot-Biter" and "Knock Furious Agent of S.H.E.E.S.H. vs. Blunder Agents", is NOT included). Stan Lee wrote the parody, illustrated by Marie Severin: in it J. Jawbone Junkton calls Commissioner Goodguy and directs him to contact Gnatman, sending him on a mission to get rid of Spidey-Man; unfortunately he has simply substituted one irritation for another. The collection finishes up with fifteen pages of Romita's pencil and ink layouts for some of the included stories, plus a little promotional art.The superhero soap-opera was Stan Lee's great contribution to the medium and there's an engaging spirit to his stories that just isn't there for later writers, imho. Nevertheless the series is different without Steve Ditko. Romita was a commercial artist, and there's a kind of interchangeable attractiveness to his characters - Peter is just too perfect. It's fun stuff, though.I got the Kindle version; it's all clear and you can double-click on a panel to see it full-size, if your screen otherwise shrinks it.

Happy that this ASM Epic Collection came back into print. Spider-Man No More reprints issues #39 - 52 and Annuals #3 & 4.If you're interested in reading the beginnings of Spider-Man these Epic Collections are a great place to start. I have several early issues of Spider-Man and thanks to the movies it's getting harder to find them at a reasonable price.

Great collection of the first Amazing Spider-Man issues! Definitely worth it just to witness the introduction of all of Spider-Man’s cast of family, friends, & enemies!

Such a great read ! Couldn’t put it down !

I love reading the old silver-age stories. the drama, the flow of the art...i enjoy it more than the newer stories

Essa obra representa parte da rica mitologia do amigão da vizinhança , Stan Lee e Romita Sr. assinam esse encadernado não preciso falar mais nada.

No solo es una grandiosa continuacion de los 2 volumenes anteriores, es una genial historia que logra mantenerse en singular, aparte de ser pop-art clasico, y dialogo divertido.

Lectura esencial para los amantes del trepamuros, de los cómics Marvel y del cómic en general. la EPIC COLLECTION recopila la serie AMAZING SPIDERMAN desde sus comienzos en los años 60. Imprescindible para coleccionistas. Los volúmenes son perfectos de tamaño, manejables y a buen precio.

As we rejoin everyone's favourite friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man for volume 3 of his complete adventures, co-creator and artist Steve Ditko has just left the book, and in comes Jazzy John Romita. Romita's strengths were less in creepy villains and nebbishy geeks, and more in beautiful women, square-jawed heroes and slam-bang fight scenes. It's an artistic shift that works perfectly with the evolution of Peter Parker himself. This volume sees Peter (now drawn as a handsome hepcat rather than a timid nerd) throw himself into college friendships, buy himself a motorbike, and even consider moving out of Aunt May's house.Stan Lee and Romita are definitely operating on all cylinders here, with a ton of iconic moments, including the unmasking of the Green Goblin, the first full appearance of Mary-Jane Watson, the debuts of the Rhino, the Shocker and the Kingpin, Spidey deciding to quit the superhero business, and many more. The swinging sixties lingo takes some getting used to (Stan is not particularly natural with an authentic teenage voice), but the whole book is enfused with fun and heart.Extras are plentiful too, including a Not Brand Echh story, a stonking fourteen pages of original Romita art and sketches (and one of Larry Leiber's), and the cover to the fifth Spidey Masterwork. This is still very much the golden age of the webhead, and an essential purchase for any Spider-fan.