Wolverine: Weapon X – Issue 12 – Marvel / Hachette – Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection – Barry Windsor-Smith / Origin of Weapon X – Hardcover

Description

Wolverine: Weapon X – Issue 12 – The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection

Hardcover Graphic Novel

Discover one of the most important stories in Wolverine’s history with Wolverine: Weapon X, presented as Issue 12 of The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection, published by Hachette in association with Marvel Comics.

Written and illustrated by legendary comic book creator Barry Windsor-Smith, this acclaimed storyline explores the horrifying experiments that transformed Logan into the adamantium-clawed mutant known as Weapon X.

The iconic cover depicts Wolverine undergoing brutal scientific experimentation, with cables, electrodes and medical equipment attached to his body as his adamantium claws extend.

Synopsis

Captured by a mysterious organisation, Logan is subjected to a series of horrific experiments designed to turn him into the ultimate living weapon.

Stripped of his freedom and pushed to the limits of his endurance, Wolverine undergoes the agonising process of having virtually indestructible adamantium bonded to his skeleton.

As the scientists attempt to control their creation, Logan’s feral instincts and extraordinary healing abilities threaten to turn the experiment into a nightmare.

A dark, psychological and unforgettable chapter in the history of one of Marvel’s most popular characters.

Key Significance

* Collects the legendary Weapon X storyline, originally serialised in Marvel Comics Presents #72–84 (1991).
* Reveals crucial details of Wolverine’s adamantium-bonding experiments.
* Written and illustrated by Barry Windsor-Smith.
* One of the most influential Wolverine origin stories ever published.
* Explores the sinister Weapon X programme and its role in Logan’s transformation.
* Issue 12 of The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection, published by Hachette.
* Collectible hardcover edition featuring the collection’s matching spine design.

Book Details

* Title: Wolverine: Weapon X
* Collection: The Ultimate Graphic Novels Collection
* Collection Number: 12
* Publisher: Hachette Partworks / Marvel
* Original Story Publication: 1991
* Writer: Barry Windsor-Smith
* Artist: Barry Windsor-Smith
* Cover Artist: Barry Windsor-Smith
* Original Series: Marvel Comics Presents
* Collected Story: Weapon X (Marvel Comics Presents #72–84)
* Format: Hardcover Graphic Novel
* Language: English
* Edition: UK Collector’s Edition

Condition

Raw/ungraded hardcover in good overall visual condition.

The front cover appears complete, with strong colours and no obvious major structural damage. There are visible light surface marks, scuffs and minor shelf wear, particularly on the black cover and around the edges.

Unlike some other volumes in this collection, this copy does not appear to be factory sealed.

The back cover, spine and interior pages have not been inspected. Please refer to the photograph for condition.

An essential addition to any Wolverine, X-Men or Marvel graphic novel collection, particularly for fans of classic origin stories and Barry Windsor-Smith’s artwork.