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Incredible Hulk: Ground Zero TPB (Marvel comics)

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I already had the original issues that are collected in this volume but I wanted to have a collected copy to thumb through. These issues bring back great memories for me as they were my jump on point in starting my Hulk comic collection. Also writer Peter David's run on the book started just prior to these issues and lasted for over 10 years. The comics were originally printed on newsprint so its nice to see them on higher quality paper. Although the coloring is not up to todays standards, it is still a favorite story of mine. Some great interaction between Hulk and Betty that really fleshes out the characters. Add to that the Hulk's number 1 nemisis, The Leader and a shocking and touching finale. A great book all around if you like the Hulk, if you're not too familiar with his comic book adventures then you might get a little confused as there are references to other events throughout the book and alot of back story to these wonderful characters that isn't covered. Do a little reading up on the Hulk before ya grab this one, if you are a fan, chances are you already have these anyway.

The latter half of Peter David's very first long-running storyarc in The Incredible Hulk is collected here. Featuring the artwork of a pre-Spawn, pre-Spider-Man Todd McFarlane, David skillfully sets the stage for an unforgettable confrontation.

Accompanied by his old friend and partner Rick Jones and a rogue SHIELD agent named Clay Quartermain, the Hulk (actually the crafty, gray-skinned Hulk from the character's early days, not the more familiar, child-like green version) is on a quest to halt the US government's mass-production of the gamma bomb, the very device responsible for his own creation.

Little do they realize that the Hulk's deadliest nemesis, the super-intelligent Leader, has his own wicked plans for the gamma bomb and has sent three of his special warriors to obtain it and dispose of his hated enemy once and for all.

Peter David's clever dialogue and in-depth characterization is in full-swing here. His exploration of the Gray Hulk's personality still stands as one of the highest points in his entire twelve-year run, while Todd McFarlane's art compliments David's writing style exceptionally. From a memorable battle with the X-Men's Wolverine to the Hulk finally facing down the estranged wife of his human alter-ego, McFarlane more than leaves his mark on this beloved character.

With Peter David's much-anticipated return to the Incredible Hulk title in January 2005, Ground Zero is a must-read for long-time Hulk fans and new Hulk fans alike. Enjoy!

This book collect the climactic issues from one of the ealiest storylines in Peter David's historic 11-year run on the book. While at first glance it seems like a standard adventure story, there are some great insights to the character of the Grey Hulk, who's very different from the green version averyone is familiar with. It also has many other good characterizations, and has a few historically significant moments in Hulk history. In short, it is well written. The art is done by a young(er) Todd McFarlane, at a time when he hadn't quite become famous, but was getting there fast. It shows a stylistic flair without becoming bogged down in style, a criticism often aimed at his later work. In summary, I like this collection quite much, as it shows the beginnings of two great careers in an above average adventure story.

This trade paperback collects the last seven issues of Incredible Hulk drawn by Todd McFarlane which conclude the first story arc in the long Peter David's Hulk run.McFarlane is still an artist, non the designer he will become in his Spider-Man run or the clever businessman he is now. And David? David was less experienced than now in 1988 (when the issues here collected were first published) but already great.The dialogue between the gray Hulk and Betty is one of the finest examples of psychological analysis in supehero comics. Marvel, print this saga again!

The Hulk I knew was green, angry and not so intelligent. This book was a suprise to me since Hulk was strong, grey and intelligent. Point is, he is no Avenger type of guy, more like someone nasty and mean.

Some issues are unsung gems, like the one with man-bull and one with Betsy/Hulk dialogue. Story goes strong, although my fave Peter David's stories are X-Factor 70-90 or so.

Tod McFarlane fans, what are u waiting for?

I already had the original issues that are collected in this volume but I wanted to have a collected copy to thumb through.This is a good book about the hulk i love the concept

Written during the early height of Peter David unheralded run on the Incredible Hulk; Ground Zero stands as one of the best and most iconic Hulk stories ever. In this TPB, the Hulk is on a mission to stop the production of Gamma weapons, and his arch nemesis the Leader stands in his way along with some of his warriors. Everything about Ground Zero stands as classic Hulk: from the operatic action and superb dialogue to the David's vision of the Hulk himself. For newbies to the character, this is not the uncontrolable, green-skinned monster that we all know; instead, this is the grey-skinned, intelligent, and deadly weapon of destruction that is truly a force to be reckoned with. Not to mention that Ground Zero features wonderful art by a pre-Spawn (and even pre-Spider-Man) Todd MacFarlane, and you already know what you're getting here. Ground Zero stands tall as one of the best Hulk stories ever crafted.

What you've got is a good story with good art. All I can really say about it is that if you like the Hulk or Todd McFarlane you should get this.

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, reviewers you have to get in the habit of detailing specifically what issues are collected in these Trades! I've now attempted to find collections of many famous series through the years thanks to the trades,... & I CAN'T figure out what Trades collect what issues. Sure, rarely you'll find a user review who knows what the heck he's doing & lists the collected issue #'s... but c'mon!? what is going on with you people?... If i knew I wouldn't be writing this would I?

This is an example of an artist and writer who have yet to reach their artistic peaks teaming up to give us an uneventful, average tale of the green goliath. David and McFarlane have each proven themselves over time as great craftsmen, but this tale might as well have someone elses name on it, because it reads like every other Hulk story.