The Amazing World of Superman, Metropolis Edition #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free"Superman in Superman Land" offers a nostalgic retelling of the Man of Steel’s journey, from Krypton’s demise to his adoption by the Kents and his early days as Superboy, culminating in his emergence as Superman. Written by E. Nelson Bridwell and brought to life by the legendary art team of Curt Swan and Carmine Infantino, with Murphy Anderson’s inks and Gaspar Saladino’s lettering, this 1973 DC classic captures the heart of the character’s mythos. The cover, by Swan and Anderson, presents a striking, iconic image of Superman in his prime.
In the bustling excitement of Superman Land’s grand opening, Superman finds himself in the middle of a crowd of fans—only to face a familiar foe in a new kind of game. With Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen by his side and Perry White’s statue watching over the park, Lex Luthor’s trap begins to unfold, turning the day’s celebration into something far more dangerous than anyone expected.
In this definitive retelling from *The Amazing World of Superman: Metropolis Edition*, the legend of Superman begins with the doomed planet Krypton, where Jor-El and Lara send their son to Earth moments before their world's destruction. Raised by Jonathan and Martha Kent, the boy grows into a young hero known as Superboy, before stepping into his destiny as the Man of Steel—facing the challenges of fame, love, and duty alongside Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, and Perry White.
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