SUPERMAN THE ACTION COMICS ARCHIVES Volumes 1, 2 & 3

Superman the Action Comics Archives collect the classic adventures of the Man of Steel as he battles to protect the innocent against criminals, crooked cops, and villains including the Domino, Lex Luthor, and the Puzzler. These volumes collectively present some of the earliest tales of Superman as they were first published. Art by Fred Ray, Jack Burnley, Wayne Boring. Volume 1 reprints the Superman adventures from Action Comics #1, #7 - 20. 1938 -1940. When the last son of Krypton was sent to Earth, one of the greatest legends of all time was born. Written and drawn by his creators, Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster, included here are the original first appearances of Lois Lane and Superman's alter ego Clark Kent, as well as the Man of Steel's first use of his x-ray vision. Volume 2 reprints the Superman adventures from Action Comics #21 - 36. 1940-1941. Possessing incredible powers rivaled only by his integrity, the Man of Steel has risen from his humble upbringing in a small midwestern town to become one of the greatest heroes of all time. Reprints classic tales from the 1940s that introduced the world to the Last Son of Krypton. Featuring the first appearance of Lex Luthor and the Daily Planet, this masterpiece includes Superman's adventures as he defends his city and country from domestic criminals and international spies. Volume 3 reprints the Superman adventures from Action Comics #37-52. 1941-1942. Since the day he first flew over Metropolis, the Man of Steel has been a hero of mythological proportions. Whether saving the world or defending America, the Last Son of Krypton has proven that the true measure of a man is his actions and not his abilities. Features the original adventures that are now the foundation of Superman's legendary status. Influenced by the Max Fleischer animated Superman cartoons of the 1940s, this stunning book showcases the Man of Steel as he takes on the villainy of Domino, the genius of the Trickster, the dementia of the Puzzler, and the deadliness of the super-powered Lex Luthor and his incredible Powerstone. Volume 3 in a brodart. Out of Print. Condition: Very Fine.