Comics can be a fun, relaxing way to escape from the pressures of everyday life and to fuel your imagination, but not all comic shops may be created equal. Many might argue that some of the best comics written came out of the Silver Age of comics, a period spanning the 1950s and 1960s. However, with comic books in vogue all throughout the entertainment industry, finding a good … [Read more...]
Spider Man: The Man, The Myth, The Legend Of The Silver Age Of Comic Books
It is hard to find an American these days who has not at least heard of Spider-Man. Many might even be able to tell you a few details about him. Spider-Man first debuted in the Silver Age Of Comic Books in 1962. This comic book, Amazing Fantasy #15 (published by Marvel Comics), is one of the most sought after silver age comic books for sale of collectors today. Spider-Man … [Read more...]
Comic Lovers Unite Around Favorite Silver Age DC Comics for Sale
Gone are the days of rummaging through garage sale bins and old attic containers as now comics can be searched and bought online. If you have a collection that is missing one or more critical issues, it is now easier than ever to find that particular edition. A store like Cosmic Comics has numerous Silver Age DC Comics for sale as well as other eras. Have you ever gone to a … [Read more...]
Understanding The Influence Of Silver Age Comics
What people do to entertain themselves changes over time. Some pastimes, like the reading of comic books, have come and gone a little as society has changed, but many people would probably agree that the influence of silver age comics affects modern entertainment. In the film industry alone are many examples of the enduring popularity of characters and stories derived from … [Read more...]
Get To Know The Fantastic Four With Silver Age Marvel Comic Books
Almost everyone who is familiar with Silver Age Marvel comic books is familiar with the Fantastic Four. Mr. Fantastic, the Invisible Girl, the Human Torch, and the Thing, have become indelible fixtures of pop culture since the 1960’s. The Fantastic Four was actually created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby after the success of another superhero team was created, the Justice League of … [Read more...]
The End of the Silver Age of Comics
THE SILVER AGE OF COMICS – part two The End of the Silver Age of Comics If there is no universal agreement on the beginning of the Silver Age there are at least three contenders: Detective # 225 (1955) Showcase # 4 (1956) Fantastic Four # 1 (1961) When we refer to the end of the Silver Age, however, things are nowhere near as clear cut. Not only are … [Read more...]
Tips For Collecting Silver Age Marvel Comics
Collecting Silver Age Marvel Comics Finding Silver Age Marvel comics for sale and collecting them can be a pleasurable pastime that could have major benefits in the future. With the collectability of older comics on the rise, the value of many issues and collections is increasing. However, devoting your time to just any collection of comics may not help you get the most for … [Read more...]