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The World's Greatest Super-Heroes

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I have been an avid superhero fan since a child. I have read many comics, both good and bad. This collection of DC stories is by far the most visually appealing. Not only is the art work of Alex Ross incredible, but the story telling is phenomenal as well.
In this book Superman tries to cure hunger, Batman endeavors to completely cease criminal activity, and Wonder Woman aims to free oppressed women. Each character runs into the same problem. They are only one person. Despite all their super-abilities they are unable to eradicate the crime, starvation, oppression, etc.
The realization the characters come to is devastating but well portrayed. They are timeless stories about ageless heroes.

The second section of the book deals with the JLA. My favorite section is the "Secret Origins" part where each main character of the JLA gets a two page origin spread!

All in all the book is worth the money. It is a treasure to read over and over again. Share it with friends and family. A must have!

This book reprints 6 special comics and does them justice. Alex Ross's art not only looks great, but tells the story well.The pretty pictures do not get in the way of the story. The book is smaller size than the originals, which were the size of the old LIFE magazine, but the art is not impaired in the least and the production values are top of the line.What makes the book worth having, though, are not the pretty pictures but the stories.Paul Dini writes stories which make each of the characters examine themselves, bringing us along in a thoroughly entertaining manner. He makes them very human, complemented by the art which is very lifelike (Ross uses human models.)The Batman story is the best, the Justice League story the weakest, although that is a relative judgement since it is a pretty good story.At the time the stories were first published, I had wished that the 5th volume would be a Plastic Man story and still feel that would have been a better way to go, but such was not to be. Regardless, this book will remind you why we love superheroes.

Whether you're new to the DC Universe or a diehard fan from yesteryear, there is something in this amazing collection sure to delight you. Intelligent stories with well written dialogue...reverence to the history of the iconic characters and breathtaking art. What a superb collectible and a bonus that proceeds go to the very charitable organizations the Justice League members themselves would endorse!

A must have keepsake for the library of any graphic novel fan!

based on the strength of the Kingdom Come graphic novel illustrated gorgeously by Alex Ross, I picked up this gem of story-telling. The chapters contained within the book are treasures of narrative that will keep one's attention without any trouble at all. I am a fan of the X-Men from 'that other Comic Book company'. But I get too caught up in the megalomania of those stories that I realized how much I saw that superheroes dealing with common criminals and situations are as much, if not more, compelling.

Each Hero or Heroine here deals with their own problems with as much panache and intensity as if they were dealing with super-powered villains and you see they must also reflect on the results and possible consequences of their invlovement. While I loved them all, I particuarly liked Captain Marvel's story participating as a 'guest visitor' at a hospital for recovering children. He could be fighting Superbaddies #1 and #2 but involved his time with issues such as re-educating an abusive father. A class story through and through.

And needless to say, Alex Ross's artwork was as awesome literally from cover to cover as it was on Kingdom Come. I really wish Comic Book companies take a look at examples of Graphic Novel masterpieces such as this and realize why the comic book format can be in better shape than maybe it is today. Five stars and then some.

From beginning to end, this book is gorgeous. This hardcover slipcased edition is a tactile wonder. Everything from the cover to every single page has a pleasant, glossy sheen not found even in other DC Absolutes. Now in previous absolute editions, I have lamented the inclusion of both a slipcase AND a dust jacket, (hello, redundant!) I am pleased that this book features both, because it's just more canvas to feature the Ross's to-die-for art.
Now if you're expecting to see a lot of the Justice League together, you'll be disappointed because 2/3 of this book is Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and Captain Marvel in their own stories. However, the 80 page LIBERTY AND JUSTICE story that concludes the book is the cream of the crop. If you need a bigger JLA fix, then look to Ross's series JUSCICE.

In short, this should be on the shelf of any DC comics fan, and considering that the BATMAN and WONDER WOMAN paperbacks are selling for more than this collected edition, it's a friggin' steal at 32.99.

I own the single books from Dini/Ross teamup. Great books. They capture the essence of each character to build upon it a very meaningful and clever tale. Nothing to add about the art: Ross is well known and always getting better and better, with panels as evocative as the prose. The hardcover edition is the perfect way to enjoy these masterpieces (even if a bit heavy to handle.....). But if you are looking for extra material (as the new edition of Mythology) you could be disappointed.

I love DC's ABSOLUTE format, especially how it lovingly showcases the body of work contained within. It is grand to have this on the bookshelf and it's contents are indeed something to behold. The only reason I didn't give this edition a perfect score is that I wish this omnibus also included both the two page Robin origin and the short Batman/Superman story which were originally published in Ross' MYTHOLOGY book. Their absence really stings since they were crafted to fit in perfectly with the material of this collected edition.

EXCELLENT! Astonishing artwork and vivid stories that do justice for these classic DC heroes. NUFF SAID!

I would not normally review a book I haven't finished yet, but this book is so awesome I will make an exception. Alex Ross's art is as expected: thoughtful composition combined with photo-realistic imagery. You'll need a towel to wipe the drool. Paul Dini's writing certainly does not disappoint. There is a clear theme that ties everything together exceptionally well. Each character's voice sounds like their own. Highly recommended.

The book is actually WIDER than the Absolute editions that they release! Even more - the art was drawn to be expansive and there are larger scenes...in other words, it's the most beautiful graphic novel ever made (in my opinion)

You'll love this. Just get it.