The Man Called Nova Vol. 1, No. 12
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Issue #12 of The Man Called Nova is a pulse-pounding Marvel Comics classic that pits the cosmic-powered teenager Richard Rider against none other than the Amazing Spider-Man in a spectacular, action-packed confrontation. Set against the gritty backdrop of New York City, this single issue chronicles a tense and explosive clash between two of Marvel's most beloved heroes, driven by a case of mistaken identity and high-stakes misunderstanding, with the added bonus of a thrilling Photon team-up storyline woven throughout. Written during the height of Marvel's Bronze Age, this issue perfectly illustrates the era's signature blend of superhero spectacle and relatable human drama — Nova, the new kid on the cosmic block still finding his footing, squaring off against the experienced and wisecracking web-slinger in a battle that is as much about identity as it is about power. The creative team masterfully balances kinetic combat with character-driven storytelling, a hallmark of Marvel's legendary bullpen during the 1970s. For collectors and fans of classic Marvel history, this issue remains a prized artefact of an era that defined the modern superhero genre — and leaves you wondering just how Nova will ever earn the city's trust after tangling with its most famous protector.
Author: -
Format: Paperback
Published: 1977, Marvel Comics Group
Genre: Graphic novels
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Issue #12 of The Man Called Nova is a pulse-pounding Marvel Comics classic that pits the cosmic-powered teenager Richard Rider against none other than the Amazing Spider-Man in a spectacular, action-packed confrontation. Set against the gritty backdrop of New York City, this single issue chronicles a tense and explosive clash between two of Marvel's most beloved heroes, driven by a case of mistaken identity and high-stakes misunderstanding, with the added bonus of a thrilling Photon team-up storyline woven throughout. Written during the height of Marvel's Bronze Age, this issue perfectly illustrates the era's signature blend of superhero spectacle and relatable human drama — Nova, the new kid on the cosmic block still finding his footing, squaring off against the experienced and wisecracking web-slinger in a battle that is as much about identity as it is about power. The creative team masterfully balances kinetic combat with character-driven storytelling, a hallmark of Marvel's legendary bullpen during the 1970s. For collectors and fans of classic Marvel history, this issue remains a prized artefact of an era that defined the modern superhero genre — and leaves you wondering just how Nova will ever earn the city's trust after tangling with its most famous protector.