Captain America Modern Era Epic Collection: Reborn

The Living Legend returns to the land of the living!

Sharon Carter’s dreams are forcing her to relive Steve Rogers’ death — and her time under the control of Dr. Faustus. But will these dreams also reveal hidden secrets about what she saw — and did — the day Steve died? Meanwhile, the anniversary of that assassination is a time of reflection and mourning for the whole Marvel Universe — not least Bucky Barnes, who has proved himself a worthy Captain America. But what happens when Steve’s closest friends and allies find a way to bring him back? The Red Skull’s greatest plan to destroy Captain America stands revealed, and its completion is at hand. Will Steve be lost forever? Or will he be reborn? And when the dust settles, who will wield the shield?

COLLECTING: Captain America (2004) #49-50, 600-601; Captain America: Reborn (2009) #1-6, Digital Prologue; Captain America Reborn: Who Will Wield the Shield? (2009)

Written by Ed Brubaker, Marcos Martin & more

Penciled by Luke Ross, Marcos Martin, Gene Colan, Bryan Hitch, Butch Guice & more

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs