Superman by Grant Morrison Book One

The era that reinvented Superman, as written by visionary author Grant Morrison!

Rocketed from a dying world as an infant. Raised by a kindly couple in the little town of Smallville. Now grown and ready to see the world, Clark Kent moves to Metropolis to start the newest chapter of his life. But Clark soon finds that life in the big city is more isolating and dangerous than he ever expected.

Luckily, he knows just how to help.

Clad in jeans and a T-shirt emblazoned with a giant S, Superman is born as Clark begins his career as a champion of truth and justice. As Superman, he immediately comes face-to-face with a slew of classic villains who are eager to test his courage and resoluteness.

From the mind of Eisner Award-winning writer Grant Morrison and artists including Rags Morales, Rick Bryant, and more, explore The New 52 origins of Superman and his early days as the one true savior of Metropolis! Superman by Grant Morrison Book One collects Action Comics #1-11.

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