The Adventures of Superman [Hardcover]

George F. Lowther (Author), Joe Shuster (Illustrator), Roger Stern (Introduction)

Book Description

Originally published in 1942, The Adventures of Superman was the first full-length novel about the world's first and most endearing comic book super hero. This facsimile is an exact reproduction of the original with the addition of a new introduction by bestselling Superman comic book writer and novelist Roger Stern. Illustrations throughout, including 4 full-color plates.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

This novel was first published in 1942 to cash in on the man of steel's popularity in comics as well as on radio for which Lowther was a scriptwriter. Superman has proved a hero for all ages and is almost as popular today as he was 40 years ago. The character is still featured in comics and is fodder for feature films, TV cartoons, and a weekly TV series. Though originally written for a young adult audience, this is probably a little too sophisticated for today's youth and will probably find a wider readership among adults who enjoyed Superman as kids. This also contains color and black-and-white illustrations. A great piece of Americana.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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So much has changed in America since The Adventures of Superman was first p

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 228 pages
• Publisher: Applewood Books (April 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1557092281
• ISBN-13: 978-1557092281
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #122,194 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Please don't be fooled by the cover..., December 16, 2001

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Enigma20XX "Enigma20XX" (Kinston, North Carolina United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Adventures of Superman (Hardcover)

This has got to be one of the best books I have ever read. I took one look at the cover, and laughed... but then I opened and thumbed a few pages... and ended up renting it from my local library. There's something to be said about a book that can have you toting it around all day just so you can read it again at the very next chance you get. But it does. Some may not enjoy the slow pace of the story, but you should wish that the plots in the comics were this good. If you ever, and I mean EVER have the chance to pick this book up, I suggest you do so.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book, March 12, 2004

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C. Cho (Cerritos, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Adventures of Superman (Hardcover)

The Adventures of Superman
By: George Lowther
Reviewed by: C. Cho
P.5

The Adventures of Superman, by George Lowther is basically the story of how Superman came to be the legend he is. It's similar to the famous Superman movies starring Christopher Reeve. It starts off in the planet Krypton and eventually the infant Superman's spaceship crashes on Earth and the Kents, who will soon become his parents, discover him. His new life begins as Clark Kent. This book took me through the many things Clark went through. For example, the discovery of his super powers, the death of his father, his new job as a reporter in the Daily Planet located in Metropolis, his problems with a co-worker named Lois, and an exciting mystery of ghost ships and enemy agents.
I had a great time reading this book because the author made me feel a strong personal connection with Clark. For example, when his dad died, I could feel all of Clark's anger, frustration, and sadness. I felt like I was by his side, going through whatever hardships or good times he was going through.
Also, this book always had something exciting and fun going on. This novel is full of action, yet it is also meangingful because it lets the reader know what is going on in Clark's head. I think it is important for all books to let the reader know what is happening in the mind of the characters in addition to their environment.
My favorite part of the book was when Clark discovered his first super power, x-ray vision, when he was 13 years old. At first it was of course awkward and maybe a little scary for him. But when he learned to control it, it became very useful. This part of the book was exciting because this was when Clark found out he was from a different planet. This is when the book picks up speed and starts to get even more exciting!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT book!, January 23, 2002

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"slaybaugh" (New York, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Adventures of Superman (Hardcover)

This is easily one of the best Superman books written. Clark Kent, as well as Superman, are heroic, classic, and timeless. I recommend this book (if you can find it) to anyone who enjoys a story from a time when heroes were HEROES, not super-powered people instead of heroes.