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Marvel comics / by Troy Brownfield.

Brownfield, Troy, (author.).

Summary:

"A must-have Marvel resource for new fans and superfans. Looking for a fun and fully illustrated guide to the world of Marvel Comics? Marvel Comics for Dummies is a comprehensive introduction to the world's largest and most popular catalog of comics. You'll learn all about super heroes like Iron Man, Wolverine, Black Panther, Thor, and Captain Marvel and find full-color pictures showing you the past, present, and future of the most iconic comic characters in history. This is the perfect book for Marvel beginners as well as superfans looking to add to their collection. Inside...Explore the history of Marvel Comics and its characters ; Meet the most iconic and beloved characters in the Marvel Multiverse ; Learn all about Marvel's most exciting teams and partnerships, like the X-Men and the Avengers ; Understand the interlocking storylines that define the Marvel Universe."-- Back cover.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781394299294
  • ISBN: 139429929X
  • Physical Description: xi, 257 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
  • Publisher: Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2025]

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
"Get to know Marvel characters. Learn the history of Marvel comics. Build your comic book collection."-- Front cover.
Formatted Contents Note:
Introduction -- Part 1: navigating the Marvel Comics Universe. Getting to know Marvel Comics ; Exploring Marvel's origin story ; What makes a Marvel Comic a Marvel Comic -- Part 2: the people in your friendly Marvel Comics neighborhood. Teamwork makes the dream work ; Meeting iconic Marvel heroes and antiheroes ; Bring on the bad guys! -- Part 3: unpacking Marvel Comics lore. What the heck is a multiverse? ; Exploring major Marvel Comics storylines -- Part 4: the part of tens. Ten tips for collecting Marvel Comics ; Ten ways to become part of the community.
Subject: Marvel Comics Group.
Marvel comics.
Comic books, strips, etc. > United States > History and criticism.
Genre: Superhero comics.
Graphic novels.
Comics (Graphic works)

Available copies

  • 4 of 7 copies available at NC Cardinal.
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Johnston County Affiliated Libraries. (Show)

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  • 0 current holds with 7 total copies.
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Public Library of Johnston County and Smithfield 741.5973 Brownfield (Text) 38955500185617 Adult New Nonfiction Reshelving -
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Summary: "A must-have Marvel resource for new fans and superfans. Looking for a fun and fully illustrated guide to the world of Marvel Comics? Marvel Comics for Dummies is a comprehensive introduction to the world's largest and most popular catalog of comics. You'll learn all about super heroes like Iron Man, Wolverine, Black Panther, Thor, and Captain Marvel and find full-color pictures showing you the past, present, and future of the most iconic comic characters in history. This is the perfect book for Marvel beginners as well as superfans looking to add to their collection. Inside...Explore the history of Marvel Comics and its characters ; Meet the most iconic and beloved characters in the Marvel Multiverse ; Learn all about Marvel's most exciting teams and partnerships, like the X-Men and the Avengers ; Understand the interlocking storylines that define the Marvel Universe."--