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Superman Action Comics. Vol. 1: Superman and the Men of Steel

by Grant Morrison
Rags Morales & Andy Kubert (illus.). DC. 2012. 256p. ISBN 9781401235468. $24.99. F/SUPERHERO
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To enjoy the initial stories of the revamped flagship title that first brought us Superman, readers don't have to enjoy the contortions that superhero comics go through to try to stay fresh, or the idiosyncratic style of prolific fan favorite Morrison (All-Star Superman; Batman: Arkham Asylum; The Invisibles). This relaunch earns respect for its brash new take on a well-worn character, reinventing his origin and look while acknowledging his storied past. The eight issues collected here are packed with clever touches, zipping along, daring readers to keep up, and sometimes leaving them behind. The art, courtesy of a small army of pencillers, inkers, and colorists, is smashing and kinetic. The plentiful extras, including cover art, interstitial stories, and author/illustrator notes, are top-notch.
VERDICT Not quite definitive but better than just diverting, the new Action Comics should leave comics fans eagerly anticipating what comes next—when's the last time one could say that about a Superman title? Recommended for all superhero-centric graphic novel collections, where it'll be conspicuous in its absence. Suitable for preteens and up.
Reviewed by J. Osicki, Saint John Free P.L., NB , Oct 12, 2012
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