Kingdom Come {New Edition} Paperback – 30 Sept. 2008

Why I waited so long to buy and read this book is anyone's guess, but now I have all I can is that if you are a comic book fan of any variety, this is a MUST READ.The story depicts a dystopian future in which Superman has hung up his cape after failing to stop the Joker from killing thousands of people, including Lois Lane. A new breed of superheroes have emerged handing out their own version of justice, which includes death and torture. After a catastrophic event in the heart of America, Superman and other golden aged heroes are forced out of retirement so they can try and prevent any further losses to human and meta-human kind.Opposed by Batman and his band of 'Outsiders', who have their own agenda as to the best way to save humanity from extinction, tensions rise, friendships are splintered and the end of days seem to drawing ever closer.Mark Waid has written an amazing story with fantastic pace, dialogue and a depth of mythology whilst Alex Ross's paint work is second to none and the best example of photo realistic artwork within the comic genre.I've said it before, but I'll say it again - THIS IS A MUST READ

The very first thing you have to say about this book is that the art work is absolutely beautiful. Alex Ross' work as both artist and writer on this project is of as high a quality as you could hope to find. In a time where many of the DC/Marvel runs tend to take on a familiar and polished glean to the art work, Alex Ross' work truly stands out as original and instantly recognisable. The narrative of the piece was really engaging and very imaginative, but it's the art work that really makes this book stand out. I highly recommend any fan of comics to read work by Alex Ross and this is a perfect place to start. Highly recommended.

The characters really jump off the page with Alex Ross' art work which is to be expected, Mark Waids story is awesome. Before getting this I read a lot about it but there was still a lot of surprises in it. As everyone already probably knows or can tell by the cover, it is very Superman centric, supported by wonder woman who I've seen in a few other stories but nothing stand alone, but I will say this is the best wonder woman cameo I've seen. I don't have any complaints at all, the JLA's individual characters in this story line doesn't seem to have much panel space for The Flash or Green Lantern which would have been nice, although they do make an appearance. All in all I will say that this is great, set in a bad future without the JLA and then their heroic return, a real pleaser, it's artwork and reputation is what I bought it for and then I was took even further buy the superbly written supporting cast.

Hands down one of the greatest comic books ever written, not only written but also drawn. I found myself reading the entire thing as soons as i opened it, both mark waid and alex ross were able to create a unique story with a vast amount of characters and make it one of the best graphic novels ever created. It's definitely in favourite comics of all time along with watchmen, the dark knight returns, batman year one, all star superman and superman red son. Im now about to start reading Justice, which was also drawn by Alex Ross. Again i will say...the artwork is magnificent!

Simply the best! Good artwork! Plot is superb and good paced. Superman in his most inspiring story ever. It's the story about how the fallen Justice League assembles again to bring down the newer, more brutal superheoroes. Metahumans are at their peak and seriously need some persuasion. This story gives us an insight on how the League-members struggled to get along when they had to. How they fought alongside each other even putting aside all the hatred. I'm getting of words right now. But I think this is simply the best graphic novel ever written. I've even read Watchmen and the story telling was on par with it. But Watchmen is still quite a mature storyline. Cheers to the makers. You've surely made the Superman-lover in me cry! :*

I've been a fan of Alex Ross since reading 'Marvels' so have been meaning to read this for a while, and it didn't disappoint. Fantastic artwork and a great story. Would love to see this adapted to the big screen someday. Would make for an epic and mature superhero tale.

Fantastic story and beautiful art work by Alex Ross. An absolute must read for any comic book fan

This is a great read for anyone who is a big superman/batman fan. the artwork is great its a far cry from your ordinary "comic" every panel looks like a hand painted masterpiece and the story is brilliant also.

Einer der epischsten Comics, die je veröffentlicht wurden. Helden auf die Ebene der Mythologie gehoben. Die Kunst und das Schreiben in diesem Buch ist absolut großartig.

It’s a larger than life story with my favourite ending I’ve ever read HOWEVER it’s too loaded with DC Universe information (characters, cities and planets, past storylines, etc.) that I wouldn’t recommend it to new readers. DC and then come back or have internet next to you so you can do research while reading! It’s still perfect from the story to the art so add it to your reading list! Read more

Obra fenomenal que pega toda a mítica dos super-heróis e trasporta para uma história profunda e trágica. Um daqueles momentos em que "uma revista em quadrinhos" se torna profundo e capaz de causar comoção e reflexões profundas no autor. Mark Waid é um gênio e os desenhos de alex ross...não há palavras para descrever.

KINGDOM COME due chiavi di letturaKingdom Come metafora, Mark Waid utilizza la storia di Kingdom Come per lanciare la propria critica personale al mondo dei supereroi anni ’90.la trama rappresenta il conflitto tra la vecchia generazione dei supereroi (esempio Batman e Superman) ed una nuova generazione, molto più violenta, dura e non propensa alla conservazione di vite umane come principale scopo. Supereroi per cui il potere è divertimento e popolarità . Fino a quando la drammaticità di quanto accade ad un certo punto della storia riporta all'azione la “vecchia guardia”.Waid critica i nuovi supereroi che ai tempi furono lanciati sul mercato, dalla Image, Todd McFaralane, Erik Larsen, Jim Lee, Mark Silvestri, Rob Liefield e Jim Valentino, lasciarono la Marvel in cerca di più notorietà e più soldi.Al di la delle chiavi di lettura della storia spettacolari anche le tavole di ALEX ROSS, spettacolare tecnica pittorica iperrealista.cit.«Aveva lasciato Metropolis. Era successo qualcosa, un… processo? Non… ricordo in cos’era coinvolto… ma ricordo una sensazione di… ineluttabilità? Ovvio, qualsiasi cosa sia successa, lo ha condotto qui. Ma, mio Dio… è così solo.»

Arrived in a timely manner. The story was great. I am older, so it is easy for me to sympathize with a Superman that wanted to impose the decency, responsibility, and honor of old on an ever irresponsible and violent group of "heroes." The art was fantastic and beautiful. This is story is definitely a shining star of excellence in a mediocre dark time of American comics.