Best Selling Books by Len Wein

These tales from the 1970s are written by Len Wein, co-creator of Swamp Thing and Wolverine and writer of BEFORE WATCHMEN: OZYMANDIAS. In this new hardcover, Batman battles the villainy of The Joker, The Riddler, Catwoman, Mr. Freeze, Ra''s al Ghul and many others. Collects Detective Comics #408, #444-448, #466, #478-479, #500, #514, Batman #307-310, #312-319, #321-324, #326-327, World''s Finest Comics #207, DC Retroactive Batman - The 70s, Untold Legends of the Batman #1-3, Batman Black and White #5.

The mid-1980s run of Green Lantern tales continues with the final stories by the team of writer Len Wein (creator of Wolverine and Swamp Thing) and artist Dave Gibbons (Watchmen). Over the course of these tales, John Stewart becomes the new Green Lantern of Earth, only to face the threats of Eclipso and Star Sapphire. Plus, John Stewart battles his predecessor as Green Lantern of Earth, Hal Jordan.

IN THE SWAMP, NOTHING STAYS BURIED. Once he was Alec Holland, loving husband and brilliant scientist. Then, betrayed by the greed of evil men, his humanity was burned away-and in its place a new consciousness took root. On that day, everything he thought he knew about life, death and the powers of the world was overturned, and Alec Holland was reborn as the immortal avatar of all things green and growing-the Swamp Thing. In the years since, his endless battle against the Green’s myriad enemies has cost the Swamp Thing everyone and everything he ever loved. Through it all, his dearest desire has been to live again as the man he once was-a dream that has always proven to be impossible. Until now. SWAMP THING co-creator Len Wein returns to the bayou with master of graphic horror Kelley Jones for SWAMP THING: THE DEAD DON’T SLEEP, a brand-new chapter in the strange and supernatural saga of the Guardian of the Green. Collects the six-issue DC miniseries.

In 1984, DC Comics introduced British artist Dave Gibbons to U.S. readers with Green Lantern #172, the start of a popular run by Gibbons and writer Len Wein, best known as the creator of both Swamp Thing and Wolverine. Over the course of thirteen action packed issues, Green Lantern battled some of his greatest foes, clashed with the Guardians of the Universe, and was replaced by another human Green Lantern - John Stewart! This title is a showcase for the art of Dave Gibbons, who moved straight from Green Lantern to Watchmen, the best-selling graphic novel of all time. Gibbons returned to the world of Green Lantern in 2007 as the writer of the new series Green Lantern Corps.

HEAVY METAL HEROES! They’re the bleeding edge of robotics technology, infused by inventor Dr. Will Magnus with abilities-and emotions-of the elements that bind our world together. They’re the Metal Men, the perfect combination of superhero and supercomputer…but like all computers, they can be hacked. Now a mysterious cyberterrorist known only as the Nameless has set his sights on these extraordinary androids-and that makes them a security risk the U.S. military can’t afford. Caught in the crossfire of the war on techno-terror, Magnus and the Metal Men will battle both sides, calling on amazing allies like the Justice League’s Cyborg to keep up the fight. But the greatest threat may be the next generation of technology. What will happen when they come face to face with…Metal Men 2.0? Find out in METAL MEN-a rollicking robotic cyberthriller from comics legend Len Wein (SWAMP THING) and artist Yildiray Cinar! Collects the Metal Men stories from LEGENDS OF TOMORROW #1-6.

In the aftermath of the Crisis, experience the first major crossover after CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS with veteran writers John Ostrander (SUICIDE SQUAD) and Len Wein (SWAMP THING), along with superstar artists John Byrne (SUPERMAN) and Karl Kesel (HARLEY QUINN)! Out of the ashes of the greatest interdimensional holocaust comes a new generation of superheroes: Wonder Woman, the Suicide Squad, the Flash, and the all-new Justice League! But first they must take on a fight to the finish with the deadly minions of Darkseid the Destroyer in order to earn the right to join Superman, Batman, Captain Marvel, and Green Lantern as the mightiest heroes of modern times. This is the story of…Legends! Collects LEGENDS #1-6.

In the sub-atomic kingdom of K''ai, the Hulk gained Bruce Banner''s brain but lost his heart to the gorgeous Jarella! After the sinister Psyklop gets their world in his hands, the couple seek happiness on Earth - but the odds seem stacked against them in both dimensions! Can the Hulk save his emerald angel and her war-torn world?

Over forty years after co-creating the character, Len Wein returns to Swamp Thing with master of horror Kelley Jones! Presenting their complete saga from Convergence: Swamp Thing #1-2, Swamp Thing #1- 6, and Swamp Thing: Winter Special #1. Also featuring Jones’s first work with the character in Swamp Thing (vol. 2) #94 and #100, Batman #521-522, new essays, never-before-seen art, and more!

“THE HOUSE THAT HAUNTED BATMAN!” Batman checks up on Rupert Thorne, who now occupies a padded cell at Arkham Asylum. Batman is concerned as to why Thorne gave away all his plans and revealed his information, clearing Batman’s name in the process, and a clearly deranged Thorne explains that he was forced by the ghost of Hugo Strange, a man he killed on his quest to learn Batman’s secret identity.

Klassische und moderne Storys über Marvels Meistermagier! Um der Oberste Zauberer zu werden, muss Stephen Strange eine schwere Kindheit und einen schicksalhaften Unfall überwinden. Später reist Strange erstmals in die dunkle Dimension von Dormammu und lernt seine große Liebe Clea kennen. Außerdem steht der Magier dem Hulk und Spider-Man zur Seite.

Featuring the first appearance of the Swamp Thing by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson! Who is this mysterious creature—part man, part vegetation—and where did it come from?

Swamp Thing returns in an all-new series written by his co-creator, legendary writer Len Wein! Swamp Thing has received an ominous warning, and now he finds himself under attack from the forces of dark magic. These are more than just your average monsters-and there''s something much worse looming on the horizon for Alec Holland!

Collects Giant-Size X-Men: Tribute to Wein & Cockrum (2020) #1, Giant-Size X-Men (1975) #1. One comic book changed the face of Marvel Comics forever in 1975! Writer Len Wein and artist Dave Cockrum revamped the X-Men with an international cast including Storm, Nightcrawler, Colossus and Wolverine! This legendary story took fans by storm and set the stage for the X-Men to become the most popular heroes in the Marvel Universe! Now, 36 of Marvel’s top artists come together to re-create this epic story, each drawing one pulse-pounding page in tribute to a true Marvel masterpiece! This all-new, all-different tribute is presented alongside Wein and Cockrum’s inimitable original — together with behind-the-scenes artwork and more special features — and all on oversized pages that give new meaning to the title “Giant-Size X-Men”!

Scheduled to coincide with the release of this summer''s blockbuster film, Batman Returns, this spectacular re-telling of The Batman legend includes his initial encounters with his most menacing foes, his first meeting with Robin, and a fact-filled tour of the Batcave--all woven into a brilliant psychological thriller with a shattering climax.

Collects Amazing Spider-Man Annual #2 And #14; Marvel Team-Up (1972) #21, #50-51, #76-77 And #80-81; Spider-Man/Doctor Strange: The Way To Dusty Death; Untold Tales Of Spider-Man: Strange Encounter; And Material From Marvel Fanfare (1982) #6.

For the first time, acclaimed writer Len Wein’s greatest tales of the DC Universe are collected, from the start of his prestigious career to its finale. Includes stories from Teen Titans #18, Phantom Stranger #20-24, JLA #100-102, Action Comics #419-420, 422-423, 425-426, 429, 432, DC Comics Presents #27-29, JLA 80-Page Giant #2, DC Retroactive: Green Lantern—The ‘80s: Big Betrayal #1 and Swamp Thing Winter Special #1.

The legendary Swamp Thing has resurfaced for a new age-just as a new force threatens to rot away all life on Earth! Since the dawn of time, the planet’s safety has depended on maintaining a balance of three great powers: THE GREEN, the force that unites all plant life; THE RED, the force that unites all animal life; and THE ROT, the force of death. Each generation, the Green selects an avatar to serve as its protector-the Swamp Thing. But Doctor Alec Holland, the Green’s newest champion, is no longer interested in the role. The Rot’s own avatar is growing stronger, and servants of decay gain more territory every day. If Alec doesn’t return to his duties soon, there might not be any Green left to protect. The superstar team of #1 New York Times best-selling writer Scott Snyder (BATMAN, AMERICAN VAMPIRE) and artist Yanick Paquette (BATMAN, INC.), reworks one of comics’ greatest characters for a new age, with support from wonderful talents Jeff Lemire, Marco Rudy, Becky Cloonan, Francesco Francavilla, Steve Pugh and more. Collects SWAMP THING #0-18, ANIMAL MAN #12, 17 and SWAMP THING ANNUAL #1, as well as never-before-seen sketches and an introduction by SWAMP THING co-creator Len Wein.