The Incredible Hulk: Planet Hulk Part 1 – Issue 23 – Marvel / Hachette – Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection – Greg Pak – Planet Hulk Saga – Factory Sealed Hardcover

Description

The Incredible Hulk: Planet Hulk Part 1 – Issue 23 – The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection

Factory Sealed Hardcover Graphic Novel

The Hulk is banished from Earth and becomes a gladiator on an alien world in one of Marvel’s most celebrated modern storylines!

The Incredible Hulk: Planet Hulk Part 1 is Issue 23 of The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection, published by Hachette in association with Marvel Comics.

Written by Greg Pak, with artwork by Carlo Pagulayan and Aaron Lopresti, this epic science-fiction adventure begins the legendary Planet Hulk saga.

Featuring a spectacular gladiator Hulk cover, this hardcover is a fantastic addition to any Marvel or Incredible Hulk collection.

Synopsis

Considered too dangerous to remain on Earth, the Hulk is sent into space by the Illuminati, a secret group of Marvel’s most powerful heroes.

But his journey takes an unexpected turn when his spacecraft crashes on the brutal planet Sakaar.

Captured and enslaved, Hulk is forced to fight in deadly gladiatorial contests for the entertainment of the planet’s ruthless ruler, the Red King.

As he battles terrifying creatures and forms unlikely alliances with fellow prisoners, Hulk begins a journey that will transform him from an unwanted monster into a legendary warrior.

Packed with spectacular battles, alien worlds and powerful character moments, Planet Hulk is one of the defining Hulk stories of the modern Marvel era.

Key Significance

* Begins the acclaimed Planet Hulk storyline.
* Features Hulk’s exile from Earth by the Illuminati.
* Introduces the gladiatorial setting of Sakaar.
* Features Hulk’s transformation into the legendary Green Scar.
* Introduces important characters and alliances central to the Planet Hulk saga.
* Written by Greg Pak, one of the most influential modern Hulk writers.
* Artwork by Carlo Pagulayan and Aaron Lopresti.
* The storyline was a major inspiration for elements of the Marvel Studios film Thor: Ragnarok (2017).
* Issue 23 of The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection, published by Hachette.
* First of two collection volumes telling the Planet Hulk story.
* Collectible hardcover edition, still sealed in its original shrink-wrap.

Book Details

* Title: The Incredible Hulk: Planet Hulk Part 1
* Collection: The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection
* Collection Number: 23
* Publisher: Hachette Partworks / Marvel
* Original Story Publication: 2006
* Writer: Greg Pak
* Interior Artists: Carlo Pagulayan and Aaron Lopresti
* Cover Artist: Carlo Pagulayan (featured artwork)
* Original Series: The Incredible Hulk (1999 series)
* Storyline: Planet Hulk
* Format: Hardcover Graphic Novel
* Language: English
* Edition: UK Collector’s Edition
* Condition: Factory Sealed

Condition

This copy appears to remain factory sealed in its original shrink-wrap, as shown in the photograph.

The front cover presents well, with vibrant artwork and no obvious major structural damage. There are some light surface marks, minor scuffs and wrinkles to the protective wrapping, particularly around the edges and corners.

The book has not been opened, so the interior pages have not been inspected.

An excellent addition to any Hulk, Avengers or Marvel graphic novel collection, especially for fans of the Planet Hulk storyline and modern Marvel cosmic adventures.

Pairs with The Incredible Hulk: Planet Hulk Part 2 to complete the storyline.