Despite the smaller size of the book, the comic is still definitely readable. Strange tales began as a straightforward horror comic, gradually switching to include superhero appearances by the likes of the human torch. Michael straczynski and samm barnes, with artwork by brandon peterson, strange is a reimagining of doctor strange s origin. Nightmare is the ruler of a dream dimension and he is one of the fear lords. Strange mailsletters from rick paul, clyde smith, kristen barrett, chris clark and rita hoard. Today marvel seems to dominate every realm of pop culture, but the. Strange tales comic books for salejohnsons collectibles. Nothing outrageously kooky assuming you accept the painters powers, but thats nothing too unusual for us comic book fans, but thats what makes the other ones so fun. Strange tales is the longest running horror title from marvel precursor atlas, lasting 100 issues until the human torch took over in issue 101. This issue includes 10 pages of paid advertisements pages 2, 9, 15, 19, 25, 27, 3336 of comic including inside front cover, inside back cover and back cover. Nightmare is a fictional supervillain that appeared in the american comic books published by marvel comics. Strange tales is a marvel comics anthology series title that appeared and was revived in different forms on multiple occasions throughout the companys history. The online comic book store in europe with all the latest comics from marvel, dc comics, image, vertigo, wildstorm, top cow, aspen, boom.
The title introduced the features doctor strange and nick fury, agent of s. Despite the painters weird powers and that awesome trigorilla, this one is a little blander than other solo torch stories from this period. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. Strange tales 1951 1968 from its early days as a showcase for marvel s monsters to a key place in the super hero revolution, strange tales houses classic stories of all kinds.
At todays mondo marvel panel at the san diego comic con, marvel officially announced the october launch strange tales ii. Job number a703 genre horrorsuspense characters terry jackson. That series name was transformed into doctor strange with issue 169 while the nick fury stories moved. This series is a continuation of the strange tales series that ended in 1968 with issue 168. The buzz around iron man made his debut issue from 1963, tales of suspense no. United states, 20th century marvel comics strange tales issue 5 from august, 1965. If youve been collecting comic books since you were a kid, now is the time to list them on. Strange tales featured a pair of stories each month. The number 1 free online comic book community featuring a comic book price guide database, friends, lists, blogs, and more. Like the original strange tales anthology, the sequel will be three giantsized issues worth of alternative, underground, indie, and web cartoonists putting their stamp on marvel s characters. New look coming for worldwide comics in early january we will launch a new look for our website with improved search functions, a want list capability for clients and a new color scheme with design on the site. Doctor strange comic book info, gallery, buying guide, history.
Learn about strange tales comic books featuring doctor strange, nick fury, human torch and the thing produced by marvel to see some of its significance and also see strange tales issues that i have up for sale. Created by artist steve ditko and writer stan lee,1 the character first. The book is about 7 x 4 inches, but considering it was printed in 1978, the colors are still vibrant. Browse the marvel comic series strange tales 1987 1988. This series was previously titled strange tales vol. The character is depicted most commonly as one of doctor strange and ghost riders major enemies.
Vandal comx bringing american comics and collectibles to. The book featured the first appearance of nick fury, agent of s. Strange is a sixpart american comic book limited series published by marvel comics under their marvel knights imprint. The introduction of spidergirl and the debut of jane foster as thor decades before she picked up mjolnir in the main marvel universe are just a few examples. Find the value of the marvel comic strange tales volume 1. Marvel comics what if series marvel comic universe, marvel comic books, comics. See him take on the deadliest foes in any dimension. Comic book covers presented at cover browser are republished within a fair use context.
Check out individual issues, and find out how to read them. Strange comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Cloak and dagger arrive in india and come across a cult who worships the power of light. Despite a nearconstant publication history, doctor strange has eluded householdname status for some time. Strange tales vol 1 the publishing history of strange tales is itself a bit strange. Doctor stephen vincent strange is a fictional superhero appearing in american comic books published by marvel comics. Comics like the 1987 strange tales series tackled this by going deeper into strange s role as a powerful yet distant figure in the marvel universe, exploring his moral ambiguity and occasionally. Unfortunately for earth, when the pilot attempts to warn his superior of impending attack the superior turns out to be one of lemuts agents. Strange rides to the center of the orb of agamotto, he reflects back on a previous adventure, the rest of the issue is a reprint of the dr. Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are.
Although i am working on publishing more polished full length graphic novels this free online comics index gives me a chance to share short stories and sketchbook comics. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Based in new york citys greenwich village, doctor strange must act as an intermediary between the real world and what lies beyond, utilising a vast array of metaphysical abilities and artifacts to protect the marvel cinematic universe. Marvel tales annual 1 a, jan 1964 comic book by marvel. Weve been selling comics since 1961 our first sale. This is a channel committed to comic book, comic related movies, and comic book related cartoons. Shop for strange tales 1951 1976 comics on, your friendly online comic book store. Also includes special announcement section and the mighty marvel checklist see also. The first earth day marked a strange combination of boisterous rallies and. Biff jackson synopsis a boy doesnt want to play outside because if he steps on the cracks in the pavement the ground will swallow him up. May 02, 2017 although taking place in alternate realities, marvels what if. Khat, erlik khan, shumagorath, enitharmon the weaver and more. Doctor stephen strange is a fictional superhero appearing in american comic books published by marvel comics. Cover is a montage of the covers from the various stories reprinted in this book.
Marvel s guardians of the galaxy has the strangest comic book movie cast ever. Marvels guardians of the galaxy has the strangest comic. A readers guide to 50 years of doctor strange comics. Well, we have a new character in the works for strange tales just a 5page filler. The most talked about inclusion in strange tales is peter bagges the incorrigible hulk, a planned oneshot from years ago that was shelved, seemingly forever, but has been divided into three parts with one part appearing in each issue of this series. I have plans to continue adding new works here as well as salvaging many of my old forgotten tales. Oct 17, 2016 thor by walter simonson omnibus marvel comics.