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Justice League 1: Origin Paperback – February 5, 2013

by Geoff Johns (Author), Jim Lee (Illustrator), Scott Williams (Illustrator)

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In a world where inexperienced superheroes operate under a cloud of suspicion from the public, loner vigilante Batman has stumbled upon a dark evil that threatens to destroy the earth as we know it. Now, faced with a threat far beyond anything he can handle on his own, the Dark Knight must trust an alien, a scarlet speedster, an accidental teenage hero, a space cop, an Amazon Princess and an undersea monarch. Will this combination of Superman, The Flash, Cyborg, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman and Aquaman be able to put aside their differences and come together to save the world? Or will they destroy each other first?

As a part of the monumental DC Comics' The New 52 event, comics superstars Geoff Johns and Jim Lee bring you an all-new origin story for the Justice League! This powerhouse creative team re-imagines the classic heroes of the DC Universe for the 21st century. This volume collects issues #1-6 of Justice League.

This indelible recasting of the World’s Greatest Heroes has only grown in stature as the years have worn on, with fans everywhere gaining a greater and greater appreciation for this masterwork in the genre. Justice League Vol. 1: Origin has come to be emblematic of the word “Essential”.

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The flagship title for DC’s New 52 relaunch, Justice League seeks to define the new DC Universe with tweaked character backstories and personalities, narrative surprises, and a modernized, streamlined look, and DC has tapped its biggest talent to do it. The prolific-to-the-point-of-ubiquity Johns scripts on a enormous scale to reintroduce the cast to readers and to each other as they first butt heads and then come together against the omnipotent Darkseid. The frisson between the obsessively disciplined Batman and the freewheeling Green Lantern, the tragic origin of the new-to-the-League Cyborg, and hints at a more dangerous Superman (as explored with subversive panache in Grant Morrison’s spectacular Action Comics) all help give a modest degree of depth to the breakneck narrative. The epoch-defining Lee, meanwhile, does his thing, crafting impossibly detailed cityscapes and gorgeous, if somewhat homogeneous, characters to play out the cataclysmic destruction. This is a massively successful title that shows no signs of slowing down. It deserves a place on shelves as, for better or worse, the quintessence of the contemporary superhero comic. Grades 9-12. --Jesse Karp

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“Writer Geoff Johns and artist Jim Lee toss you--and their heroes--into the action from the very start and don't put on the brakes. DC's über-creative team craft an inviting world for those who are trying out a comic for the first time. Lee's art is stunning.” —USA Today

“Welcoming to new fans looking to get into superhero comics for the first time and old fans who gave up on the funny-books long ago.... Written by Geoff Johns, with art by the godly Jim Lee, Justice League is a must read.” —Complex Magazine

“A good jumping-on point for new customers.” —Paste Magazine

“I don't care that he doesn't have red trunks, and I don't care that his suit has a few pointless lines on it to make it look sort of armorish instead of tightsy. I don't even care that there's no spitcurl, but just an approximation of one. He's still Superman and he's still great.” —Crave Online

“A great book.” —Ain’t It Cool News, Five Star Review

“A fun ride.” —IGN

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dc Comics; 52nd ed. edition (February 5, 2013)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1401237886
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1401237882
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 years and up
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.7 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.6 x 0.3 x 10.2 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #122,486 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Jim Lee
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Comic book illustrator Jim Lee is the editorial director of WildStorm Studios (which he founded in 1992) and the artist for many of DC Comics' bestselling comic book and graphic novels, including All Star Batman and Robin, Batman: Hush, and Superman: For Tomorrow. He also serves as the creative director for the upcoming DC Universe Online videogame. Prior to DC, he was one of the founding fathers of Image Comics and best known for his run on the X-Men for Marvel Comics during which he co-created such characters as Gambit and Agent Zero. In his spare time, Jim enjoys a good laugh or two.
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Geoff Johns is an award-winning and New York Times bestselling writer, film and television producer, showrunner, and entrepreneur known for re-imagining superheroes and other iconic mythologies, past and present. Johns is best known for his work on properties such as Green Lantern, Aquaman, The Flash, Superman, Batman, Justice Society of America, and most recently, the creator-owned hit series Geiger, currently being adapted for television at Paramount.
Since the beginning of his creative career, Johns' hallmark has been writing heroic and inclusive characters, including teenage hero Courtney Whitmore aka Stargirl, inspired by his real-life late sister; the Shazam Family, which he re-imagined into a diverse modern family of today; and the first Arab-American Green Lantern, Simon Baz, as well as the explosive multi-colored Lantern mythology that defined his decade-long bestselling Green Lantern run, among many, many others.
Johns’ most recognized work in television is the critically acclaimed Stargirl series which he created and ran. Some of his film credits include Wonder Woman (executive producer), Wonder Woman 1984 (also co-writer), Aquaman (also story) and Shazam! (executive producer), based on his graphic novel with longtime collaborator and modern legendary artist Gary Frank.
In 2023, Johns co-founded Ghost Machine, the first-of-its-kind creator-owned company. This groundbreaking collective includes some of the industry’s most legendary writers and artists, disrupting the old industry model by giving ownership to its creators, and paving the way for them to retain creative control and financial participation.
Born in Detroit to a Lebanese father, Johns was honored with his own permanent section at the Arab American National Museum in Dearborn, Michigan.
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Dennis J A

A Spetacular Collection

Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2013

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As an introduction into the new Justice league of the new 52, this collection stands well on its own, bringing you into a realistic world in which meta humans and superheroes are not the saviors of the day like in the old gold and silver age comics, but instead are regarded with fear. The early stages of the book are well paced, slowly bringing together the team, and providing a well fleshed out and emotional origin for Cyborg. All in all the feel of the store is reminiscent of the secret origins from the JLA cartoon of the early 2000's. Which is not a bad thing...

The story is fast paced, and quick witted, pitting hero against hero before they must band together to fight a much greater threat, and ultimately leading to the formation of the JLA in the post Flashpoint universe. The book perfectly ends setting up for the follow up of VOL 2, and hits at further characters, and the inclusion of some might be villains. The art is fantastic, like much of the new 52, and the story is developed, with well rounded characters, and each of the major players having their own part to play. the one thing i would have liked to see more of was the new Aquaman, who unlike the rest seems to show up in the middle of the climax, with no backstory beyond one line of why he is there in the first place.

All in all this is a book i would recommend to both newcomers, and fans of the JLA like myself, who have been reading since the time of Infinite Crisis, and the original Secret Origins. i for one will stay tuned for what is to come in this possible flagship series of DC's new 52 universe.

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Thomas Jackson, JR.

The "New" Justice League is Very Cool.

Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2012

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I have been a fan of DC Comics since I was a kid. When I heard that they were rebooting the universe in favor of a more contemporary universe with an edge I was concerned. I had stuck with them through years of muddled and unclear continuity. Every crisis and crisis tie in, every retcon and unretcon, and some things that just did not flat out work. I was concerned when I heard that everything was going to change. I read Flashpoint which I recommned you read before you pick this up. You dont have to but its the catalyst to how the New 52 began. Flashpoint After reading Justice League Vol. 1: Origin, I am no longer concerned. This is an awesome book and I highly recommend it. This is not your grandfathers Superfriends. This team is going to be a sledgehammer. Superman is very comfortable in his skin. He was always written before as being somewhat conflicted about pleasing humans but not anymore. He is a warrior here and he embraces his power. Wonder Woman is a brawler. Batman is cool. He is the skilled tactician who may be the most powerful member of the group. (Sounds crazy, but think about it Read this story from the old continuity and you will see what I am talking about JLA (Book 7): Tower of Babel ) I love Aquaman and Green Lantern is cool but he is kind of obnoxius and relies way too much on the ring. I like this alot. It has been and will be very controversial to purists of the original continuity. It reads like a movie and the visuals from Jim Lee are awesome. If you have ever read Justice League you know that we have been bombarded with various origins of the team. If they ever do a film this is the origin they need to pay attention to. I highly recommend that you pick this up. Its a good story.

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Jmaynard

it reminded me of the animated series..

Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2014

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Though I'm familiar with the Justice League from the tv shows, I've never read any of the graphic novels before this. So, I can't compare this New 52 version to what came before. But as a relative newcomer to comics in general, it is a good starting point.

First off, the truly awesome cover art is continued inside. The art, and dialog, is very reminiscent of the Justice League Animated TV Series, which I loved. And though this is an "origin" story, the author takes the liberty of assuming you know at least a little about these characters, so the story doesn't become bogged down in inessential details. Only Cyborg gets a bit more fleshing out since he's not the icon that the others are. All of these characters are "loners" so it makes sense that they wouldn't immediately gel into a team. In fact, like the Avengers, they have a couple of pissing matches first. This provided for a lot of humor. I was surprised to find such a heavy-hitter as their first challenge, but the story left it open for him to return so it worked.

There are a couple things that I didn't like. First, I don't think Batman would just up and reveal his identity to anyone, let alone Green Lantern! This seemed so out of character. Other than this, he was just what readers expect and the team needs. Then there's Hal Jordan. This depiction of him is why I don't read his series, and was so disappointed in the film. This cocky, arrogant jock has no business being chosen for a ring. At one point he accidentally touches Diana's lasso and admits he's saving people in order to show off for her. Really? *eye roll*

I do love how Superman, Wonder Woman, Flash and Aquaman are written. You can see how great Superman will become, BUT he's not there yet. Wonder Woman is more like a woman from an isolated island of female warriors might be - zealous for battle and delighted by ice cream. Flash is eager and optimistic, just as he should be. And Aquaman is surprisingly...badass! I'm still on the fence about Cyborg. I really like his character, and this team definitely needs some diversity, but so far he's just stepping on Batman's toes. That is, he's taking on a role that Batman usually fills (the clues, the computer work, etc.). I'd like to see him stand on his own more.

Overall, this is a solid introduction of the team, supported by fantastic artwork, with a lot of potential. I'll definitely be buying the next two volumes. Highly recommended.

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ido shaul

Great story, some scars on the cover

Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2023

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I bought this product after watching the movie and it did not disappoint, great story, good writing and Jim Lee did a crazy job with the illustrations. There are some scratches that the comic got from the flight, but in the end it's still one of the best comics I've read. Collects Justice League #1-6.

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Davi

Ele é tão grande que não sei onde por

Reviewed in Brazil on February 15, 2023

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Ele é lindo e eu peguei por um preço maravilhoso, bem mais barato que qualquer coisa da Panini. Ainda não comecei a ler mas a qualidade é ótima, agora recomendo ler sentado ou com algum apoio pois é muito pesado, mas muito mesmo.

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Omnibus del New 52

Reviewed in Mexico on July 17, 2022

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Este tomo 1/2 es el primero del compilado de JL del New52 que comenzó en el 2011. Excelente Historia y arte desde la primera hoja hasta el final. Cada numero tiene importancia ya que todo es una gran historia que concluye y dará inicio a Rebirth. Muy recomendado.

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Olivier Crestani

Great story

Reviewed in the Netherlands on July 31, 2023

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If you are intrested in a good jumping on point to read Justice League this is the book for you. Well written and Nice art. Book arrived in excellent condition