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Published November 23, 2020

Explore Our Origins and Rich History with 'Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years'

The ultimate love letter to the world's mightiest Super Heroes is available on November 24!

For over 80 years, Marvel Comics has reflected the world outside our windows, inspiring millions of fans worldwide with iconic characters and timeless stories that have brought the Marvel Universe to the forefront of contemporary pop culture. We invite you to celebrate this momentous anniversary by revisiting our vibrant history with the release of Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years hardcover, on sale on November 24. 

Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years
Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years cover

This in-depth, beautifully illustrated companion book explores the origins and rich history of the largest comic book publishing company in the world, from the minds of infamous creators such as Stan Lee, Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko — Marvel Comics! This lavishly illustrated guide includes all-encompassing overviews of each decade, a timeline of key Marvel titles, behind-the-scenes trivia, and so much more. Learn the origins of Marvel's humble beginnings and our struggles before we became the powerhouse of publishing that we are today.

Thanks to our friends at Titan Books, we have a preview of Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years to share with you today!

Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years
Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years - Diamond cover
Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years
Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years - Newstand Cover
Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years
Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years - interiors preview
Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years
Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years - interiors preview

Pick up the ultimate love letter to the world's mightiest Super Heroes, Marvel Comics: The First 80 Years, everywhere books are sold on November 24!

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