Star Trek: The Edges of the Final Frontier--IDW Classic Collections

Explore the final frontier in these three graphic novels set in the world of the original series. Join Captain Kirk, Spock, and the rest of the crew in this pocket-sized (6 x 9) edition!

Fans of Star Trek will revel in The City on the Edge of Forever and Assignment: Earth, stories that tie in directly with the TV. series, while the third story centers on the fan-favorite Klingons!

The City on the Edge of Forever presents an unrevised version of the episode of the same name penned by writer Harlan Ellison, as he originally intended it, with painted art by JK Woodward!

The 1968 TV episode “Assignment: Earth” was the season 2 finale for the original Star Trek series and was intended by Gene Roddenberry as the pilot for a spin-off series that never came to pass. Now, John Byrne delivers the series decades after it would have debuted, recounting the adventures of interstellar agent Gary Seven and his Earth-born assistant as they covertly confront threats to the past so that they can save Star Trek’s future. 

In Klingons: Blood Will Tell, dive deep into some of the most famous encounters between the United Federation of Planets and the Klingon Empire—from the Klingon perspective! By Scott Tipton, David Tipton, and David Messina.

IDW Classic Collections give readers the best stories from IDW’s archives, all collected into portable 6 x 9 editions!

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