Fallen Son: The Death of Captain America – Issue 42 – Hachette / Marvel – Aftermath of Captain America’s Death – Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection Hardcover

Description

Fallen Son: The Death of Captain America – The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection – Issue 42

Experience the emotional aftermath of one of Marvel Comics’ most shocking events with Fallen Son: The Death of Captain America, presented as Issue 42 of The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection.

Following the assassination of Steve Rogers in the aftermath of Civil War, Marvel’s greatest heroes struggle to come to terms with the loss of Captain America.

This collectible hardcover features stories by Jeph Loeb and other acclaimed Marvel creators, exploring how the death of a legendary hero affects the entire Marvel Universe.

Synopsis

Captain America is dead, and the Marvel Universe is in mourning.

As news of Steve Rogers’ assassination spreads, his friends, teammates and fellow superheroes respond in very different ways. Wolverine searches for answers, the Avengers struggle with their grief, and Spider-Man confronts the painful reality of losing yet another hero.

Iron Man, whose conflict with Captain America divided the superhero community during Civil War, must also face the consequences of their bitter disagreement.

Through a series of interconnected stories, Fallen Son explores grief, anger, denial, acceptance and the enduring legacy of Steve Rogers.

Key Significance

* Explores the aftermath of Captain America’s assassination in Captain America #25 (2007).
* A major companion storyline to Marvel’s landmark Civil War event.
* Features Wolverine, Spider-Man, Iron Man, the Avengers and other major Marvel characters.
* The Fallen Son miniseries is structured around the five stages of grief.
* Includes work by acclaimed creators such as Jeph Loeb, John Romita Jr., David Finch, Ed McGuinness and John Cassaday.
* A significant chapter in the legacy of Steve Rogers and Captain America.
* Issue 42 of the UK Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection.

Book Details

* Title: Fallen Son: The Death of Captain America
* Collection: The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection
* Collection Number: 42
* Publisher: Hachette Partworks / Marvel Comics
* Original Story Publication: 2007
* Writers: Jeph Loeb and J. Michael Straczynski
* Artists: Leinil Francis Yu, Ed McGuinness, John Romita Jr., David Finch and John Cassaday
* Cover Artwork: John Cassaday
* Original Series: Fallen Son: The Death of Captain America
* Format: Hardcover Graphic Novel
* Language: English
* Edition: UK Collector’s Edition

Condition

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

The front cover displays well, with some light surface marks and wrinkles visible on the protective wrapping. There is noticeable minor bumping and creasing around the upper-left corner, with light wear around other edges.

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

An excellent addition to any Captain America, Avengers or Marvel Comics collection, particularly for readers following the events of Civil War and the death of Steve Rogers.