Superman: Action Comics: Phantoms - by Mark Waid & Mariko Tamaki (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Action Comics goes All In!

Superstar writers Mark Waid and Mariko Tamaki team-up to bring a sweeping Superman epic that stretches from the past to the future and beyond, and it all starts here with a brand new story arc perfect for anyone looking for a way to jump into the rich world of the Man of Steel!

Superman, back in time! In the past on his home planet Krypton, Superman is left to uncover some uncomfortable truths relating to the Phantom Zone and his own family - or, more specifically, his father, Jor-El! But what will those truths mean for him in the present day? And just how many unexpected allies and enemies can he unearth along the way?

Collects Action Comics #1070-1081

About the Author

Mark Waid has written for every major comic publisher, including DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Archie, Dark Horse, Image and Top Cow. His credits include Batman/Superman: World's Finest, JLA, and 52, for DC as well as Daredevil, X-Men, and Fantastic Four for Marvel. He is best-known for his long and influential run as writer on the monthly adventures of The Flash and for his work with artist Alex Ross on the acclaimed, best-selling epic Kingdom Come.

Mariko Tamaki is a Canadian writer living in Oakland. Works include New York Times bestseller This One Summer and Skim with Jillian Tamaki, Emiko Superstar with Steve Rolston, and the YA novel (You) Set Me on Fire. This One Summer was the winner of Printz and Caldecott Honors in 2015 and received the Eisner Award for Best Graphic Album (New).