The Folio Society: THE AVENGERS
The Folio Society? Who are they you wonder and what do they have to do with THE AVENGERS you ask? You did ask, didn’t you? If you didn’t ask you at least were wondering.
Ok so in their own words …
Folio is an employee-owned, independent publisher that has thrilled and delighted a band of dedicated readers since 1947. Today, from their workspace in the heart of London’s vibrant Shad Thames, they continue that tradition by crafting exquisite, illustrated editions for book lovers of all ages.
You need to check the Folio Society out. Their offerings are amazing. Fiction, Non-Fiction, Classics, something for everyone…
Today we are going to check out this beautiful hard cover AVENGERS collection. These days most Avenger lovers (at least the younger ones) associate The Marvel characters with the movies that are constantly being produced. This in turn may have driven these new marvel lovers and especially those interested in the Avengers to want to learn more about their superheroes.
Have no fear thanks to the folks at The Folio Society your wish has been granted…
Behold an assembly of iconic adventures in The Avengers. Curated by Marvel legend Roy Thomas, this bold new edition from Folio gathers the greatest tales of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, featuring Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Hulk Captain America, Iron Man, Hulk, Thor, Black Widow, Scarlet Witch and so many more.
The coolest part of this collection is the inclusion of a replica of 1963’s The Avengers #1 by Stan Lee
Other stories included …
Captain America Joins . . . The Avengers!’ – The Avengers #4 (March 1964)
‘The Old Order Changeth!’ – The Avengers #16 (May 1965)
‘Behold . . . The Vision!’ – The Avengers #57 (October 1968)
‘This Beachhead Earth’ – The Avengers #93 (November 1971)
‘Go West, Young Gods!’ – The Avengers #142 (December 1975)
‘The Final Threat’ – The Avengers Annual #7 (January 1977)
‘The Hope . . . and the Slaughter!’ – The Avengers #177 (November 1978)
‘The Price of Victory’ – The Avengers #277 (March 1987)
‘Ultron Unlimited, This Evil Triumphant!’ – The Avengers #22 (November 1999)
‘Breakout!’ – The New Avengers #1 (January 2005)
‘Avengers World’ – Avengers #1 (February 2013)
For anyone that enjoys the Avengers movies this collection is a must have. Learn about where they came from. Read the genius of Stan Lee. This beautiful Hard Cover collection is an absolutely fantastic gift for any Avengers or Marvel enthusiast.
As we mention before the Folio Society publishes all sorts of books but if you are interested in other Marvel characters check these out HERE
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