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The Death of Superman Paperback – February 26, 2013

by Dan Jurgens (Author), Jerry Ordway (Author), Louise Simonson (Author),
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 976 ratings
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The story that drew national media attention when DC Comics killed their greatest hero is collected here, in SUPERMAN: THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN! When a hulking monster emerges from an underground resting place and begins a mindless rampage, the Justice League is quickly called in to stop the colossal force of nature. But it soon becomes apparent that only the Man of Steel can stand against the monstrosity that has been nicknamed Doomsday. Battling their way throughout America, the two fight to a standstill as they reach the heart of Metropolis. Will Superman have to pay the ultimate price to defeat this seemingly unstoppable creature?

SUPERMAN: THE DEATH OF SUPERMAN is not only one of the best selling graphic novels of all-time, but also captures one of the most iconic moments in American pop culture. Collects SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #18-19, JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #69, SUPERMAN #74-75, ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #496-497 and ACTION COMICS #684.
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  1. Part of Series
    Superman: The Death of Superman
  2. Print length
    160 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    DC Comics
  5. Publication date
    February 26, 2013
  6. Dimensions
    6.68 x 0.38 x 10.19 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1401241824
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1401241827
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"It's very difficult to overstate the importance of the Death of Superman and its following arcs...DC claims that this is the number 1 selling graphic novel of all time. And while the story itself is dramatic and impacting, it's what this collection kicks off that really elevates it to legendary status. It's something that all true Superman fans have to read at least once." -- Phillip Carson, acomicbookblog.com

"The only comic that ever made me cry; the story is told superbly, the art is incredible, and the emotion is palpable. The final fight with Doomsday is amazingly captured, and I truly enjoyed the expanding panels throughout the series until that final issue where every page was a splash-page. The story was just that big and the expanding of the art helped to reflect that. If you've ever been a Superman fan then this is a must-read." -- Jamie Sigal, goodreads.com

"The Death of Superman remains a seminal moment in the history of comics and the character." -- Michael Bailey

"One of the most famous comic-book stories of all-time, as the murderous creature known as Doomsday comes charging towards Metropolis with only Superman able to stop him. We know Doomsday means business because we see him tear apart the entire Justice League. Only Superman can save his adopted city and the woman he loves and he finds a way to save the day and kill Doomsday, but in the process, he gives up his own life. You don't get much more dramatic than actually killing off freakin' SUPERMAN." -- Brian Cronin

"Death of Superman actually got me into comics again after a lapse while in college sampling 'real life.' There will never [again] be superhero comics like that -- on the front page of the newspaper, on TV -- hunting down those issues in bookstores and malls was a quest. So there was a whole context that made it very dramatic. And no matter what people may say now, there was a palpable fear that he wouldn't come back ... very surreal and cool." -- Brad Ricca

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"Mike Carlin, one of the best editors this field has ever seen, deserves a tremendous round of applause for focusing us. The creative teams were like a band, a collection of diverse experiences and notions, and he was the producer who put it all together for 'the sound.'" -- Dan Jurgens

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ DC Comics; New Edition (February 26, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1401241824
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1401241827
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.68 x 0.38 x 10.19 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 976 ratings

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Dan Jurgens (born June 27, 1959 in Ortonville, Minnesota) is an American comic book writer and artist. He is known for creating the superhero Booster Gold, and for his lengthy runs on the Superman titles The Adventures of Superman and Superman (vol. 2), particularly during "The Death of Superman" storyline.

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Ok, lets get this straight. I grew up collecting MARVEL comics (Avengers mostly) and have never really cared that much about DC, but when the Death of Superman came out, I though what a great villain, story, I think I actually shed a tear! So even if you're NOT a superman fan, this is one of the best stories that DC has ever put out! DOOMSDAY is now my all time FAVORITE super villain!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Imperfect, But An Iconic and Powerful Moment In The Superman Myth
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2019
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The Death Of Superman is one of the most famous DC stories of all time. It drew national attention, and even the most casual of DC fans know roughly that Superman died in an epic battle with Doomsday, even if they don't know the minutiae of the story beats. But since this story first ran, I think it's taken a revisionist beating over the decades--through modern eyes it seems trite and cheap, because audiences are programmed now to know that Superman, like all heroes, will always, of course, come back. While all sorts of criticisms of the story are valid, there is still a lot of value in it if you read it on its own terms and try to leave your modern baggage at the door. The Death of Superman tells a striking story about an epic clash of titans, and ultimately a tragic loss of a savior, of hope, and for many readers, of innocence. Comic book characters die all the time, and when done right, it's tragic, heartbreaking, and reflects a little of loss we experience in real life. But the Death of Superman, I would argue, is more than just a typical comic book death, because the scale and power of what's lost. When a beacon of hope as great as Superman dims, DC explores certain questions it does not regularly approach, like how does the world grieve, how does it move on, and as the storyline continues in other volumes, who does it turn to next for guidance and hope? This isn't just a story about the death of Superman, but really a story that's part of the American mythos--something that never really happened, but everyone knows bits and pieces of it, even if those recollections are hazy and inaccurate. And that's something quite powerful when you think about it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Most Iconic Stories Ever!
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2020
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Ok, lets get this straight. I grew up collecting MARVEL comics (Avengers mostly) and have never really cared that much about DC, but when the Death of Superman came out, I though what a great villain, story, I think I actually shed a tear! So even if you're NOT a superman fan, this is one of the best stories that DC has ever put out! DOOMSDAY is now my all time FAVORITE super villain!
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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Most Iconic Stories Ever!
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2020
Ok, lets get this straight. I grew up collecting MARVEL comics (Avengers mostly) and have never really cared that much about DC, but when the Death of Superman came out, I though what a great villain, story, I think I actually shed a tear! So even if you're NOT a superman fan, this is one of the best stories that DC has ever put out! DOOMSDAY is now my all time FAVORITE super villain!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Superman fans and non-Superman fans need to check it out!
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This story was obviously a must-buy since it was used as source material in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. It met most if not all of my expectations for how a Superman story that explores the idea that the so-called God of the DC Universe can be killed and I'm sure that a lot of people would cry after reading the last 5-6 pages of the book because you'd think it's impossible for Superman to die but he can. Even if you're not a big Superman fan I recommend you check it out!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite Comicbook Story line
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2021
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This was the first comic I ever read and to this day is still my most read comic. great story and art
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4.0 out of 5 stars Death Saga
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2016
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This is one of the best story arcs in Superman history and is what got me into comics. This collects all the issues leading up to the death issue (Superman 75). This is a really good collection with the only problem being that the covers are not included and only appear on the back. Besides that it is good and I recommend getting this along with the funeral for a friend, reign of the supermen, and the return of Superman.
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michael
5.0 out of 5 stars Great comic
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2021
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Great novel comic. Never in comic book history did anyone guess Superman dies. Until doomsday the movie did not do this book justice.
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Rafael Gonzalez
5.0 out of 5 stars Nothing cause the whole story was good.
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2021
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I liked the whole story. It still took me by surprise that superman died. But got better in return of superman.
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Balo
5.0 out of 5 stars La muerte de Superman (excelente calidad de impresión)
Reviewed in Mexico on June 30, 2022
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Desde el año del 93 (año de publicación en México) tuve la oportunidad de leer esta compilación, desgraciadamente la calidad de esa primera edición no es la adecuada, la edición de 10 años por esa misma editorial tampoco fue buena, y hoy día que editorial televisa publica a DC, tampoco ha sido capaz de hacer una publicación decente.

Esta edición es ta bien hecha , con el mismo tipo de papel que la publicación original.

Por lo que estoy muy complacido !!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars La muerte de Superman (excelente calidad de impresión)
Reviewed in Mexico on June 30, 2022
Desde el año del 93 (año de publicación en México) tuve la oportunidad de leer esta compilación, desgraciadamente la calidad de esa primera edición no es la adecuada, la edición de 10 años por esa misma editorial tampoco fue buena, y hoy día que editorial televisa publica a DC, tampoco ha sido capaz de hacer una publicación decente.

Esta edición es ta bien hecha , con el mismo tipo de papel que la publicación original.

Por lo que estoy muy complacido !!!!
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Eretzvaju
5.0 out of 5 stars Not a fan of Superman but this one is a great read
Reviewed in Canada on September 19, 2021
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well I liked it, it's a good one for non fans of Superman.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Genial
Reviewed in Spain on February 23, 2021
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Papel poroso, tpb clásico, perfecto
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5.0 out of 5 stars Muito Bom
Reviewed in Brazil on May 17, 2018
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Curti muito o quadrinho e fiquei bem satisfeito em ter achado esse quadrinho em um preço acessivel! Recomendo a todos..
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Jaime Villeda
4.0 out of 5 stars Un best-seller
Reviewed in Italy on June 12, 2019
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Fantastico
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