books: comic book

books: comic book

books:

Comic book

Frank Miller

DC Comics, 1997

One of the best Batman stories
Well, the title sums up my opinion on The Dark Knight Returns, though it certainly isn't the best-rounded Batman story of all time, it still leaves a significant impact on readers. The story peaks at many points, and makes large dips at others, but the ending makes up ...

The Complete Calvin and Hobbes (Calvin & Hobbes) (v. 1, 2, 3)

Bill Watterson

Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2005

Best collection of Bill Wattersons work
I had been looking for a collection of Calvin & Hobbes and decided to take a chance since this one was on sale. I'M SO GLAD I DID. THIS COLLECTION IS FANTASTIC! The Complete Calvin and Hobbes (Calvin & Hobbes) (v. 1, 2, 3) The binding is beautiful, built to last ...

Watchmen

Alan Moore

DC Comics, 1995

First Comic... Utterly Mindblowing!
I have never read a Graphic novel in my life... even a small one, this was my first attempt. I now have the utmost respect for the genre. This was one of the nest NOVELS i have ever read! out of everything in my collection! Orwell, Vonnegut, King, Bradberry, even ...

The Joker

Brian Azzarello

DC Comics, 2008

Finally, a Joker story that's pure "Mistah J"...
If you're like me then, even though you do love and adore the Bruce-man, whenever the Joker was involved you have always felt that you never got enough. Again, if you're like me, you've proably been watching the series, reading various comics (all of which ended far ...

Serenity, Vol. 2: Better Days

Joss Whedon

Dark Horse, 2008

sweet continuation of a great story
This is the second omnibus that was released that features the continuation of the firefly and serenity story. It is awesome, and if you enjoy the characters at all, I highly recommend picking this up, it is well worth it.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Jeff Kinney

Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2007

Zoo wee mama!
It's no secret that kids love "Diary of a Wimpy Kid." Now here I am, a 48-year-old father, to tell you that adults can love it, too. "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" is funny in smart, clever and imaginative ways. Author Greg Kinney does a great job of capturing the quirky ...

Dilbert: 2009 Day-to-Day Calendar

Scott Adams

Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2008

Dilbert's 09 Calendar
As always AMAZON and Scott Adams have successfully teamed up to provide a great day-to-day calendar (& on-time with a fair price). As I turn over a new page, each antic starts my day with a smile. Thank you, Gary

Batman: The Killing Joke

Alan Moore, Brian Bolland

DC Comics, 2008

Short read but an essential one
What is there to say that hasn't already been said? The art and writing are top shelf and it comes in a grade A package. The only thing to deter you from reading this story is that it contains some mature imagery, so it's not for the kids.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules

Jeff Kinney

Amulet Books, 2008

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules
I purchased this book for my 10 year old daughter for christmas, she is a book nut. She LOVED it, she had it finished that same day. Very easy to read. She also enjoys all the other books in the series. Highly Recommend to anybody at any reading level. It also has ...

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw
Jeff Kinney

Amulet Books, 2009

The highly anticipated third book in the critically acclaimed and bestselling series takes the art of being wimpy to a whole new level. Let?s face it: Greg Heffley will never change his wimpy ways. Somebody just needs to explain that to Greg?s father. You see, Frank Heffley actually thinks he can get his son to toughen up, and he enlists ...

Marvel Chronicle

Tom DeFalco, Peter Sanderson, ...

DK ADULT, 2008

Marvel Collector's Dream
My son-in-law is a serious Marvel figures collector, and he was thrilled with this book, which I gave to him for Christmas.

The Complete Peanuts 1967-1970 Box Set

Charles M. Schulz

Fantagraphics Books, 2008

The 60's come to a close in style with the Peanuts gang
'741.5 SCH' That may be gibberish to some, but to me, it was the dewey-decimal system location of the Peanuts strips in my Elementary school library. I really gained my love of Peanuts from those library-bound books, but always remembered coming back to 'The Peanuts ...

Batman: Arkham Asylum (15th Anniversary Edition)

Grant Morrison

DC Comics, 2005

One of Batman's Best gets the Deluxe Treatment
Even if you own the original hardcover of this fantastic graphic novel, don't hesitate to pick up the 15th Anniversary edition. Grant Morrison's script, with original notes to the editor and artist as well as newly added annotations, are quite insightful and ...

Wolves at the Gate (Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season Eight, Volume 3)

Drew Goddard, Joss Whedon, ...

Dark Horse Comics, 2008

The Eighth Season Finale
In one word, excellent. This is the last in a three volume series of what would have been the eighth season of the Buffy The Vampire Slayer series. The drawings are fine (some excellent in fact), but its the story that I'm most interested in. The writing and the humor ...

Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life

Steve Martin

Scribner, 2008

Well Worth Reading
Steve Martin started out as a stand up comedian. Most people think of him today as a movie star, a zany comic whose performances seem spur of the moment and effortless. He confesses here in Born Standing Up that his image is far from the truth. Beginning with his ...