Golden age comics public domain comic books collectible. Golden age superheroines who were as awesome as wonder. Top 100 most valuable comic books of the golden age 19381956 the 100 most valuable comic books from each age. Thanks to john wells, john censullo and jess nevins. While they acknowledge that comics have historically led to tragedy for their creative people, they show how realworld heroes like jack kirby, steve ditko, steve gerber, carmine infantino and many others endured tragedy to create memorable heroes and stories. Fawcett heroes goldenage superhero and villain encyclopedia.
Structured as an open community that anyone can contribute to and build, this is a solid place to start any comic book research. Fictional superheroes created during the golden age of comics june, 1938 until at least september, 1956. Coinciding with the start of world war ii, golden age comics provided an outlet for social desires and fantasies, as heroes with superhuman strength were often put to work. Various golden age heroes and perhaps the odd villain during the 1940s there was a boom in the number of comics and superheroes. The post isnt intended to generalize or make blanket statements about every fan of superhero movies and tv. Early on, susan kent is secretary to her police sgt father who is head of the local police and a bit old school in the early issues, constantly demeaning the work of jim barr. These eras include the golden age 19381950, the silver age. When robotman kills miss america, hourman rips one of his arms off. Dec 04, 20 golden age comic book resources comic book db. Find out more about cartoons and the creation of our best loved super heroes. Captain marvel golden age superhero comics for sale ebay. The series touches on most of the major golden age heroes, and many of the minor ones. The following golden age dc superheroes have been a part of the dc universe, but have either.
Collectible golden age comics reprints 193855 for sale ebay. Get the best deals on collectible golden age comics reprints 193855 when you shop the largest online selection at. Distributed as an exclusive bonus comic in a foreign comic multipack marvel jubilaum pack 1 with four other marvel deutschland comics. This category has the following 5 subcategories, out of 5 total. The golden age of comic books describes an era of american comic books from 1938 to 1956. Yet, as superhero adaptations have increased in number, the comic book film genre has begun to reach beyond action andor comedy categories.
Celebrate 80 years of marvel comics, decade by decade beginning with the first two superstars of the. Our silver age era 19561969 includes all of the first marvel comics as well as. The top selling comic books that begin with a are alpha flight comic books 1983 series, amazing adventures comic books 1970 series, amazing spiderman comic books 1963 series, archie comic books and avengers comic books 1963 series you can also search 7 more ways. Second heroic age of comics or the modern age of comics. The golden age of comic books ran from the late 1930s until either the late 1940s or early 1950s, depending on your perspective. Subcategories this category has the following 53 subcategories, out of 53 total. Media in category golden age of comic books the following 199 files are in this category, out of 199 total. It concerns the golden age dc comics superheroes entering the 1950s and facing the advent of mccarthyism. The golden age of comics comics have been in existence since the end of the 19th century, but it was after the depression that the popularity of newspaper cartoons expanded into a major industry. The following 192 pages are in this category, out of 192 total. Moonman made only one appearance in the golden age, and he wasnt seen again until the band of heroes miniseries seven decades later. Art by bill everett, carl burgos, al fagaly, carl pfeufer, ed hamilton and john jordan. Hall of heroes is the only superhero and comic book museum in the world.
We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the. During this time, modern comic books were first published and rapidly increased in popularity. Golden age marvel comics omnibus hc 2009 marvel 1st. Wonderful site on characters and history of comic books, comic strips and animation. The success of superman caused a number of companies to jump on the bandwagon and create their own crimefighting heroes, and then when america joined the war there was clearly perceived to be a need for patriotic heroes fighting the evil axis forces. They became widespread and popular and many still popular comic book icons made their debut, beginning in the mid 1930s and ending around the mid1950s. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the silver age began. As we progress further into a digital age, its worthwhile to remember the roots of those famous marvel and dc comics heroes that sold hundreds of millions of comic books.
The golden age of superhero movies has yet to face its. I would purchase comic books on lash larue, tim holt, the lone ranger, roy rogers and other older western heroes. I read all the silver age superman titles as i worked in my dads drugstore, and i could read the comics while handling the front of the store cash register sales. As you can see, comic books have gone through a clear evolutionary path to get us to where we are today. This page will deal with the most valuable of all, golden age comic books. Mar 02, 2016 as you can see, comic books have gone through a clear evolutionary path to get us to where we are today. Golden age experts of the collectors society participated in the heritage auctionscertified guaranty company poll, conducted by society members benjamin j. What happens when downey ages out of playing tony stark. This category collects materials related to the golden age of comic books, circa 19381955. The origins and early adventures of the classic superheroes of the comic books by. These are the years when comics were considered a new and exciting form of art.
To jacobs and jones, the real comic book heroes are the artists, writers and editors who created the grand adventures and heroes. In adapting the neverending universes of comic books, movies and tv shows will eventually face the challenges of the human factor. If use ebays category listings as a functional example, the golden of age of comics ranges from 1938 to 1955. Books like gerard jones men of tomorrow basic books, 2004 do a thorough job of exploring the eras his. How do people decide when the different ages in comics start an.
Two of the most common are androids and heroes that needed to convince someone close, or the public at large, that their heroic persona and their alter ego were in fact different people. Dime comics website is a database of 8214 golden age comic books. The golden age for comic books is known for plots that dont appear in modern day comics. This page is dedicated to your favorite heroes of yesteryear. Please browse by publishers or series names and check out all the great covers. The goal was identifying golden age comic books 19371949 with the most impressive covers. The golden age describes an era in the creation of comic books published between the years of 1938 and 1955. Comics historians divide the history of american comic books into ages. Some movies are better than others meaning that certain films are backed by a general consensus for better or for worse while others split critics, moviegoers, and comic book fans, alike. Superhero fandom is ruining the golden age of comic book movies. Two comicbook characters have a claim to being the first female superhero. Sparkle city comics is most interested in purchasing comic books pre1985, so if youre interested in selling your golden age, silver age or bronze age comics, give us a call at 8007439205. Maybe the reason for his limited use in the 1940s was because at the time national comics aka dc seemed to be sueing any competing comicbook companies that were publishing characters that were remotely. This list may not reflect recent changes learn more.
One of the fastest growing online databases dedicated to cataloging every graphic novel, comic, character, creator and anything else comic book related. This era also comprises the early stages of the cold war, but the war years and the postwar. The following golden age dc super heroes have been a part of the dc universe. This category has the following 4 subcategories, out of 4 total. The silver age of comic books is a period of time during which many notable comic book characters were created. Collectible comics superhero, mystery, childrens comic books.
Labonog, keston fulcher, robert cat conrad, and matt nelson. Golden age superhero generator comic book characters. A brief history of the silver age the silver age of comics refers to an era that ran from 1956 to the early 1970s. When i think of golden age comics, i think only of world war ii. Art by carl burgos, bill everett, paul gustavson, ben thompson, steve dahlman, bob oksner, al anders, irwin hasen, and paul lauretta. Notable absences from the lineup are superman, batman, and wonder woman, despite all three originating in the golden age of comic books the golden age is nominally a what if. The golden age black canary becomes a world war ii hero, whereas in the mainstream dc continuity her superhero career didnt start until 1947. 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. Even as the first small print run of the golden age comic book index was being delivered to a small number of friends and collaborators, howard keltners fragile health failed him. Superhero fandom is ruining the golden age of comic book. Representations of american culture from the great depression to the cold war before beginning a historical study of comic books, it is necessary to shed our modern perception of the medium.
The superhero archetype was created and many wellknown characters were introduced, including superman, batman, captain marvel, captain america, and wonder woman. The modern comic strip developed in the united states in the late 19th century, and by the end of the century collections of newspaper comic strips and cartoons. Various golden age heroes and perhaps the odd villain. Comic book heroes then and now photo 1 pictures cbs news.
The silver age begins with dc reviving golden age hero concepts starting with the flash in 1956, continues through the dawn of marvel comics and the introduction of such iconic characters as. Comic book fans and collectors divide the last 80 years of the publication of superhero comic books into four ages. This era also comprises the early stages of the cold war, but the war years and the postwar years seem like theyre so distinct that it somehow seems. The sales of comic books increased markedly during world war ii. At the time buck jones was probably as famous as tom mix or roy rogers and was licensed as a comic book character. Collectible golden age comics reprints 193855 for sale. Just go to the top of the page and look in the right column. Apr 19, 2012 the golden age of comic books ran from the late 1930s until either the late 1940s or early 1950s, depending on your perspective. The origins and early adventures of the classic superheroes of the comic books by jules feiffer compiler 4. Golden age reprints offers public domain comic books from the golden age of comics. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. If you need a comic reader app for your pc, i suggest cdisplay.
If you need a comic reader app for your pc, i suggest cdisplay dime comics for ipad is an ios application. Written by bill everett, carl burgos and john compton. Where can i find free public domain golden age comics online. Modern cultural logic regards comic books as a childrens medium, a decidedly minor facet of american popular culture. Pretty much the case of this series, as a good deal of the golden age heroes are killed off by dynaman. Written by john compton, ray giill, and stockbridge winslow. When i saw this collection golden age western comics edited by steven brower of old west comics for a reasonable price on amazon, i immediately ordered a copy. Golden age comic book resources for vintage issues the vuze. Jelena kevic djurdjevic cover 1st edition volume 1 1st printing. Get the best deals on collectible golden age comics reprints. Enjoy free downloads of as many issues as you like straight to your computer. Has superman stories through the years, so that you can see how superman changed, how comic art changed, how comic storytelling changed, etc. The golden age is a 1993 fourissue elseworlds comic book miniseries by writer james robinson and artist paul smith. Created in new york by jewish immigrants, the first comic book superheroes.
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