$ 52.00 $ 60.00
The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the “granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,” The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk with artwork by Sy Barry. The strip hit the funny pages of newspapers well before the Dark Knight or Superman made their first appearances and has been acknowledged as an influence on every “masked man of mystery” since. The Phantom set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books - it has frequently been copied but never equaled.
This exciting 22nd volume continues the SY BARRY YEARS! Reprinted in all its black and white glory, journey with Hermes Press as we bring you the follwowing complete continuities drawn by Sy himself: ”Rex, the Missing Heir,” and “The Gladiator,” “The Missing Daddy,” “Luaga’s Undercover Tour," “The Mission,” and "The Heir (Yes)." Strips from this issue are taken directly from King Feature’s proofs. Included in the volume is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.
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$ 52.00 $ 60.00
The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the “granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,” The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk with artwork by Sy Barry. The strip hit the funny pages of newspapers well before the Dark Knight or Superman made their first appearances and has been acknowledged as an influence on every “masked man of mystery” since. The Phantom set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books - it has frequently been copied but never equaled.
This exciting 23rd volume continues the SY BARRY YEARS! Reprinted in all its black and white glory, journey with Hermes Press as we bring you seven complete continuities drawn by Sy himself: ”The Fence,” and “The Mysterious Ambassador,” “The Vultures,” “The Lost City of Pheenix,” and “The Witchman,” "The Tanker-Jackers," "The Keeper of the Peace," and "The Giant of Kaluga." from this issue are taken directly from King Feature’s proofs. Included in the volume is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.
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$ 42.00 $ 50.00
The Complete DC Comic’s Phantom Volume 1: ISBN 978-1-61345-247-9; 11.75 x 8.25 inches; full color; hardcover; printed laminated cover; special endpapers; 224 pages of action packed of the first six stories of the DC Comic Phantom, with the first mini-series by Peter David with art by Joe Orlando, following that is two stories from the next series with script by Mark Verheiden and pencils and inks by Luke McDonnell; colors by Anthony Tollin; first of three volumes; includes introductory essay, extra art; $50; available May 2021.
$ 13.99 $ 14.99
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The twenty-first book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Haunted Cave.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Harriet Turnbridge asks Barnabas Collins for help after her husband, her brother-in-law, and father-in-law are found dead, their throats savagely ripped open.
The police insist the killer is a mad beast. Harriet thinks that the phantom recently seen at Collinwood is responsible. Barnabas suspects that Quentin Collins, disguised as a wealthy hippie, is guilty.
Where will they find the murderer? In the nightmare world of Harriet's dreams? In the haunted cave beneath the Collins' family cemetery? Or in another century -- when witchcraft and demonology threatened Collinwood?
$ 13.99 $ 14.99
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The twenty-second book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Frightened Bride.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Ann and John Hayward's honeymoon at Collinwood slowly turns into a series of nightmares.
Soon after their arrival, John, who is recovering from a war injury, falls victim to strange, violent spells. In a fit of irrational jealousy, he accuses his wife of falling in love with Barnabas Collins.
Meanwhile, a series of attacks on her life frighten Ann into believing John is trying to kill her. Though tormented by doubts to John's sanity, she believes his warning that Barnabas is a vampire. Ann nevertheless accepts help from Barnabas -- and unknowingly becomes the prey to the evil forces at Collinwood!
$ 13.99 $ 14.99
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The twenty-third book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Scorpio Curse.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Is the sign of Scorpio the mark of death?
Terror reigns at Collinwood when several patients at a nearby psychiatric clinic at which Barnabas Collins is a patient are stabbed to death. Each victim's forehead is marked with a scorpion, the zodiacal symbol of death.
$ 13.99 $ 14.99
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The twenty-fourth book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Serpent.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Professor Gerald Collins returns to Collinwood from an archaeological expedition to Mexico with several crates of animals -- giant rats, poisonous snakes and rare lizards. His daughter, Irma, turns to Barnabas for help. She fears her father also brought back a Quetzalcoatl, the terrible, cursed feathered serpent of Aztec legend.
Suddenly, a mysterious murderer strikes at Collinwood, and a feathered serpent is reported flying over the area. The townspeople, already angered by the presence of Barnabas at Collinwood, now demand that Professor Collins turn his specimens over to a zoo before anyone else is killed.
Irma, with the help of Barnabas, tries desperately to clear her father's name, and in doing so, stumbles upon a monster even more dreadful than the Quetzalcoatl.
$ 52.00 $ 60.00
The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the “granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,” The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk. The strip hit the funny pages of newspapers well before the Dark Knight or Superman made their first appearances and has been acknowledged as an influence on every “masked man of mystery” since. The Phantom set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books - it has frequently been copied but never equaled.
This exciting 24th volume continues the SY BARRY YEARS! Reprinted in all its black and white glory, journey with Hermes Press as we bring you six complete continuities drawn by Sy himself: "The Keeper of the Peace," and "The Giant of Kaluga," "The Trial of Patrolman Zokko," "The Things," "Vandal-Looters,"and "The Pampered Princess." Strips from this issue are taken directly from King Feature’s proofs. Included in the volume is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.
$ 42.00 $ 50.00
The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the “granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,” The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk. The strip hit the funny pages of newspapers well before the Dark Knight or Superman made their first appearances and has been acknowledged as an influence on every “masked man of mystery” since. The Phantom set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books - it has frequently been copied but never equaled.
Included in the volume is a special interview with artist Luke McDonnell and documentary materials.
$ 50.00 $ 60.00
Frank Thorne's masterwork, Ghita of Alizarr is finally being collected in its entirety in a hardcover archival edition sourced using the final versions of Thorne's original artwork. Now, experience the complete Ghita mythos in one book. There have been various versions of these stories but this volume brings together Thorne's definitive take on Ghita of Alizarr. If you're a fan of the adventures of the mighty warrior Ghita, there is finally a definitive version available, endorsed by the master himself, Frank Thorne.
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$ 70.00 $ 75.00
Comic book and storyboard artist Trevor Goring and his partner, the late Joyce Kaskey Goring details the history of film storyboards. This important and long-neglected art is now given its due with this comprehensive history of the art of film storyboards. Featuring a genre-by-genre discussion of over one-hundred great films and their storyboards, this visual tour features a full range of classic and contemporary films with examples of how directors utilize storyboards in the creation of their films.
$ 52.00 $ 60.00
AVAILABLE NOW
The Best of Alex Toth and John Buscema’s Roy Rogers Comics: ISBN 978-1-61345-172-4; 7.75 x 10.25 inches; full color; hardcover; printed laminated cover; special endpapers; 228 pages of action packed Roy Rogers King of the Cowboys comics specially selected by Roy's son, Dusty, exclusively featuring the art of comic greats Alex Toth and John Buscema; $60; available March/April 2020.
Hermes Press presents the comic book adventures of Roy Rogers, King of the Comics, originally published by Dell. This “best of” collection exclusively features the work of comic book masters Alex Toth and John Buscema. Each story was hand picked by Roy's son, Dusty and include his favorite tales. This volume features over 256 pages of comics created by two of the Silver Age's most important artists, Alex Toth and John Buscema. This book brings together not only the best western tales of America's favorite cowboy but also presents these stories by two of the most noteworthy artists of the period. This volume also includes, original artwork, documentary material, an introduction by Roy “Dusty” Rogers, Jr. and and an extensive essay. This book provides a welcome companion to Hermes Press' definitive reprint of the Roy Rogers newspaper strip: Roy Rogers King of the Cowboys: The Collected Dailies and Sundays, ISBN 978-1-93256-351-1.
$ 20.00 $ 24.99
Who’s positively magical and ready for sunshine, giggles, and sliding down rainbows? Not Stabby! Meet the world’s surliest unicorn. This off-beat comic strip follows Stabby as he deals with life’s challenges the only way he knows how—horn first. If you’re stabby and you know it, you’re going to love Stabby the Unicorn.
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OUT NOW
Thanks to Hermes Press's latest Kickstarter, this amazing book will be available soon!
The limited edition is SIGNED by Trevor Goring and is a very limited edition!
Comic book and storyboard artist Trevor Goring and his partner, the late Joyce Kaskey Goring details the history of film storyboards. This important and long-neglected art is now given its due with this comprehensive history of the art of film storyboards. Featuring a genre-by-genre discussion of over one-hundred great films and their storyboards, this visual tour features a full range of classic and contemporary films with examples of how directors utilize storyboards in the creation of their films.
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Attention Phantom Phriends!
Hermes Press is teaming-up with renown Phantom artist Sal Velluto in offering a very limited number of “The Phantom: Danger in the Forbidden City” TPB (Peter David, Sal Velluto, 2016) with an original sketch!
Each copy comes accompanied by an original hand-drawn sketch, (pen & ink and watercolor markers on 7 x 10.5” backer board) autographed by Sal.
The items come inserted in a poly-propylene protective sleeve. Cost is USD 100.00 plus shipping.
There are two variant sketches, and due to the nature of original art they may vary from the images shown here, however the design is going to be very similar. You will receive one of the two styles randomly.
100% of proceeds go to UNICEF, in support of the children of Ukraine. ( Less than 3% of every dollar donated to UNICEF goes to administrative costs. Copy of the receipt provided to the buyer).
Please hurry. Very limited stock available. This is offered on a first-come-first-served basis. Please contact at sabrina@hermespress.com if you have any questions.
$ 200.00
OUT NOW
Thanks to Hermes Press's latest Kickstarter, this amazing book will be available soon!
The limited edition is SIGNED by Trevor Goring and is a very limited edition! This version includes a special slipcase with a variant design! LIMITED TO 50 COPIES WORLDWIDE. DOES NOT INCLUDE THE SKETCH OFFERED THROUGH THE KICKSTARTER.
Comic book and storyboard artist Trevor Goring and his partner, the late Joyce Kaskey Goring details the history of film storyboards. This important and long-neglected art is now given its due with this comprehensive history of the art of film storyboards. Featuring a genre-by-genre discussion of over one-hundred great films and their storyboards, this visual tour features a full range of classic and contemporary films with examples of how directors utilize storyboards in the creation of their films.
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$ 100.00
Attention Phantom Phriends!
Hermes Press is teaming-up with renown Phantom artist Sal Velluto in offering a very limited number of “The Phantom: Danger in the Forbidden City” TPB (Peter David, Sal Velluto, 2016) with an original sketch!
Each copy comes accompanied by an original hand-drawn sketch, (pen & ink and watercolor markers on 7 x 10.5” backer board) autographed by Sal.
The items come inserted in a poly-propylene protective sleeve. Cost is USD 100.00 plus shipping.
This time there is only one version of the sketch, and due to the nature of original art yours may vary from the images shown here, however the design is going to be very similar. You will receive one of the two styles randomly.
100% of proceeds go to UNICEF, in support of the children of Ukraine. ( Less than 3% of every dollar donated to UNICEF goes to administrative costs. Copy of the receipt provided to the buyer). Please hurry. Very limited stock available. This is offered on a first-come-first-served basis. Please contact at sabrina@hermespress.com if you have any questions.
$ 24.99
Coming Summer 2022
Abby is learning how to tackle everything childhood throws her way. With her friends by her side and imagination levels high, she's bound to have good times and big laughs despite the obstacles that pop up along the way. Abby is taking on the world. Even if it means sometimes curling up in a blanket, she is on a roll. Join Abby in this collection of light-hearted and humorous slice-of-life comics for fun-loving readers of all ages!
$ 50.00 $ 60.00
COMING WINTER 2021
This deluxe hardcover includes a curated selection of Bob Scott's comic strip Bear with Me, presented for your enjoyment! There will be an introductory essay and never-before-seen art included in this beautiful book!
Molly has real-world problems; Bear has problems with the real world!
It can be tough being a tween. You want to do big things, change the world, and right some wrongs. But you also have to deal with math homework, getting enough sleep and the drama between your dad and pet bear. This is Molly’s world.
Being a tween is so much easier when your BFF is an 800 pound bear.
Bear is no ordinary bear. He sheds like a normal bear, he snores like a normal bear, but he is afraid of absolutely everything. Plus, he is allergic to fur. His own. But with Molly holding his paw, he can muddle through.
About the Creator:
Bob Scott lives in both the world of comic strips and animation. Born in Detroit, Bob began drawing at a young age, copying what he saw in the funny pages. Acceptance and graduation from California Institute of the Arts opened the world of character animation for Bob. He has worked over 35 years in the industry as an animator, character designer, storyboard artist and voice talent. His credits can be found on projects from Warner Brothers’ Bugs Bunny in Box Office Bunny (1990), Turner Animation’s Cat’s Don’t Dance and Pixar’s The Incredibles. He has worked for Jim Davis, co-penciling U.S. Acres and co-directing Garfield: His 9 Lives. Bob has always wanted a comic strip of his own, and so Bear with Me (aka Molly and the Bear) was born and became a syndicated webcomic in 2010.
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Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #25, “Barnabas, Quentin and the Magic Potion,”; ISBN978-1-61345-245-5; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; twenty-five in a series of 32 novels; available in June 2022.
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The twenty-fifth book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Magic Potion.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
Barnabas predicts trouble for Collinwood when Nicholas Freeze, in whose antique shop Carolyn Stoddard works, discovers a centuries-old potion that promises eternal youth. Soon after, Mr. Freeze's daughter Hazel, tricked into taking the serum, dies. Carolyn is grief-stricken over her friend's death. Barnabas insists she stay on at the shop to watch Nicholas Freeze and his associates, one of whom Carolyn suspects is Quentin Collins, back at Collinwood in a disguise.
Then Carolyn sees Hazel's ghost.
She interprets this as a warning that Mr. Freeze has marked her for his next victim. Barnabas still refuses to let her quit.
Has Barnabas made a fatal mistake by deliberately endangering Carolyn's life? Or will his plan avenge Hazel's murder and put her spirit to rest?
Sold Out $ 24.99
We're skipping ahead to get the limited edition out to fans sooner - don't worry, we'll be printing Books 26-31 in order after this!
Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #32, “Barnabas, Quentin and the Vampire Beauty,”; ISBN 978-1-61345-264-6-; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; final in a series of 32 novels; available in June 2022.
Limited edition of 200 - signed by Nancy Barrett!
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The final book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Scorpio Curse.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
While on a ski vacation in Switzerland, beautiful model Adele Marriot meets Dr Stefen Soivak. He tells her of his discovery of an operating technique that will keep her forever thin. Adele agrees to have the operation and enters the doctor's clinic.
Once there Adele realizes she is virtually a prisoner. Against her will, she undergoes the operation. When she recovers she find she has been used for the evil purposes. To cure one of his wealthy vampire patients, the evil doctor has turned Adele herself into one of the living dead.
Adele manages to escape and flees to Collinwood to gain help of Barnabas and Quentin Collins. Little does she realize that by doing so she places herself and her two friends in the worst danger of their strange lives.
$ 13.99 $ 14.99
We're skipping ahead to get the limited edition out to fans sooner - don't worry, we'll be printing Books 26-31 in order after this!
Dark Shadows the Complete Paperback Library Reprint #32, “Barnabas, Quentin and the Vampire Beauty,”; ISBN 978-1-61345-264-6-; $14.99; written by Marilyn Ross; paperback; 6 x 9 inches; printed text; archival edition; final in a series of 32 novels; available in June 2022.
The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press' archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.
The final book in this reprint series is titled “Barnabas, Quentin and the Scorpio Curse.” Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.
While on a ski vacation in Switzerland, beautiful model Adele Marriot meets Dr Stefen Soivak. He tells her of his discovery of an operating technique that will keep her forever thin. Adele agrees to have the operation and enters the doctor's clinic.
Once there Adele realizes she is virtually a prisoner. Against her will, she undergoes the operation. When she recovers she find she has been used for the evil purposes. To cure one of his wealthy vampire patients, the evil doctor has turned Adele herself into one of the living dead.
Adele manages to escape and flees to Collinwood to gain help of Barnabas and Quentin Collins. Little does she realize that by doing so she places herself and her two friends in the worst danger of their strange lives.
$ 59.99
COMING SUMMER 2022
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of one of the most successful actresses and singers in the history of show business,Hermes Press is proud to announce the publication of DORIS DAY - IMAGES OF A HOLLYWOOD ICON, featuring rare and previously unpublished photographs from the late star's personal collection.
Born in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 3, 1922, Doris Mary Anne Kappelhoff had dreams of becoming a professional dancer before a near-fatal car accident during her teen years left her bed-ridden with a shattered leg for over a year. While listening to the radio during her recovery and becoming entranced by jazz vocalist Ella Fitzgerald, Doris embarked on singing lessons for two years, resulting in her becoming a local radio star and joining big bands -- where she adopted the stage name of "Day" -- leading to a plum position with the Les Brown Orchestra.
While touring cross-country with Brown, Day had several hit records with the band, culminating with the end-of-World-War-II anthem Sentimental Journey. After two failed marriages and giving birth to her son Terry, Doris relocated to Los Angeles where she was discovered by famed film director Michael Curtiz (Casablanca) and signed to a contract with Warner Brothers.
Starting with the 1948 Technicolor musical Romance on the High Seas, where she introduced the Oscar®-nominated hit song It's Magic, Day quickly ascended to the top of the most popular stars in Hollywood. While continuing her recording career, she moved effortlessly between song-filled, nostalgic features such as Calamity Jane - introducing the Oscar®-winning hit Secret Love; gripping film noir (Storm Warning); musical biography (Love Me or Leave Me); a Hitchcock thriller (The Man Who Knew Too Much) and modern romantic comedies with Rock Hudson (Pillow Talk), Clark Gable (Teacher's Pet), Cary Grant (That Touch of Mink) and James Garner (The Thrill of It All).
Despite not making a film since 1968, Day still holds the record as the number one female box-office star. Her many honors include the Cecil B. DeMille Award for outstanding contributions to the entertainment industry, the Los Angeles Film Critics Award for Lifetime Achievement, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, an Academy Award® nomination for Pillow Talk and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Her films and recordings continue to appeal to audiences all over the world. The iconic Oscar®-winning hit Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be Will Be) was not only the theme to her top ten television series The Doris Day Show but has resonated globally with several generations.
A lifelong animal lover and pioneering animal welfare advocate, Day focused her later years on her heart's passion--making this a better world for animals and the people who love them. Her celebrity voice has been instrumental in reducing shelter euthanasia, introducing spay/neuter initiatives, lobbying for laws that protect animals, and many other programs. Since 1978, the Doris Day Animal Foundation has grown into a national non-profit animal welfare leader and continues to carry on Day's legacy.
DORIS DAY - IMAGES OF A HOLLYWOOD ICON offers hundreds of photos, including glamorous publicity portraits, behind-the-scenes images with famous friends and colleagues, and glimpses into her personal life. Longtime fan Paul McCartney has
contributed a Foreword. Turner Classic Movies host Eddie Muller and singer-historian Michael Feinstein have contributed appreciations of Day's motion picture and singing careers, respectively. A complete filmography and discography are also included.
$ 52.00 $ 60.00
From the creative mind of Lee Falk comes Mandrake the Magician! Created in 1934 with the story “The Cobra.” Comics historian Don Markstein wrote, "Some people say Mandrake the Magician, who started in 1934, was comics' first superhero.”
Hermes Press is proud to continue their legacy of complete Lee Falk comic reprints, starting with the very first years of Mandrake.
This first Volume includes five stories, “The Cobra” (June 11, 1934 – Nov 24 1934), “The Hawk (Mandrake Meets Narda)” (Nov 26, 1934 – Feb 23, 1935), “The Monster of Tanov Pass” (Feb 25, 1935 – June 15 1935), “Saki, the Clay Camel” (June 17, 1935 – Nov 2 1935), and “The Werewolf” (Nov 4 1935 – Feb 1936).
Strips from this issue are taken directly from King Feature’s proofs. Included in the volume is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.
Hardcover, approx 256 pages.
$ 130.00 $ 150.00
PRE-ORDER
COMING LATE 2022
This will include all three volumes of The Phantom DC Comics!
Includes:
The Complete DC Comic’s Phantom Volume 1: ISBN 978-1-61345-247-9; 11.75 x 8.25 inches; full color; hardcover; printed laminated cover; special endpapers; 224 pages of action packed of the first six stories of the DC Comic Phantom, with the first mini-series by Peter David with art by Joe Orlando, following that is two stories from the next series with script by Mark Verheiden and pencils and inks by Luke McDonnell; colors by Anthony Tollin; first of three volumes; includes introductory essay, extra art.
The Complete DC Comic’s Phantom Volume 2: 224 pages of action packed of stories three through eight of the DC Comic Phantom, with scripts by Mark Verheiden and pencils and inks by Luke McDonnell; colors by Anthony Tollin; second of three volumes; includes introductory essay, extra art; Included in the volume is a special interview with artist Luke McDonnell and documentary materials.
The Complete DC Comic’s Phantom Volume 3: ISBN 978-1-61345-273-8; 11.75 x 8.25 inches; full color; hardcover; printed laminated cover; special endpapers; 224 pages of action packed of stories nine through thirteen of the DC Comic Phantom, with scripts by Mark Verheiden and pencils and inks by Luke McDonnell; colors by Anthony Tollin; third of three volumes; includes introductory essay, extra art.
$ 60.00 $ 65.00
The Art of Popeye a Masterwork of the Medium by R.C. Harvey; ISBN #978-1-61345-219-6; $65; deluxe hardcover with special endpapers; full color; 10 inches x 10 inches; 304 pages; over 350 illustrations.
When cartoonist Elzie Segar created Popeye, as a minor character ten years into the run of the Thimble Theatre strip in 1929, little did he know that the world's most famous sailor would still be around over ninety years later and still being offered as a Sunday feature.
To celebrate Popeye, the character, the comic strip and his universe, a feature cartoonist Charles M. Schulz described as “perfect... consistent in drawing and humor,” Hermes Press is publishing the definitive art monograph on the subject.
This 300 plus page book features a comprehensive essay written by pop culture historian R.C. Harvey accompanied by over 350 illustrations of original strip and comic book art, animation art, illustrations, advertising art, products, the Robert Altman film, and everything Popeye. Every aspect of Popeye is explored, from Olive Oyl and Eugene the Jeep to Wimpy and Bluto.
So, if you've ever read the strip, watched the cartoons, seen the movie, or ever eaten spinach and wondered if you'll have super-powers, this new comprehensive history is a must.
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COMING 2022
The Complete DC Comic’s Phantom Volume 3: ISBN 978-1-61345-273-8; 11.75 x 8.25 inches; full color; hardcover; printed laminated cover; special endpapers; 224 pages of action packed of stories nine through thirteen of the DC Comic Phantom, with scripts by Mark Verheiden and pencils and inks by Luke McDonnell; colors by Anthony Tollin; third of three volumes; includes introductory essay, extra art; $50.
$ 52.00 $ 60.00
COMING 2022
The critically acclaimed, best selling complete reprint of The Phantom continues!
Referred to by comic strip historian Maurice Horn as the “granddaddy of all costumed superheroes,” The Phantom was created in 1936 by Lee Falk. The strip hit the funny pages of newspapers well before the Dark Knight or Superman made their first appearances and has been acknowledged as an influence on every “masked man of mystery” since. The Phantom set the standard for action, adventure, intrigue, and romance in adventure comic strips and comic books - it has frequently been copied but never equaled.
This exciting 25th volume continues the SY BARRY YEARS! Reprinted in all its black and white glory, journey with Hermes Press as we bring you three complete continuities drawn by Sy himself: "The Curse of the Sacred Image," and "The Normal Life," and "The Cavelands." Strips from this issue are taken directly from King Feature’s proofs. Included in the volume is a comprehensive essay and documentary materials.
Daniel Herman: Let's start out by talking about when you heard King Feature's was interested in getting a new artist for The Phantom, how did you find out about that? Sy Barry: Okay, what happened was another artist, Frank Giacoia, I don't know if you know that name — DH: Frankie Giacoia, you mean one of the great inkers of the Silver Age – never heard of him. [laughing] SB: That's right, never heard of him eh? [laughter] He did Johnny Rebb, Sherlock Holmes, you know. I helped him a little bit with those strips. DH: Well, I mean you and everyone else because he was an inker not a penciler and he couldn't pencil on...
by Daniel Herman When anyone living in the 1960s heard the name “James Bond,” they immediately thought of one man, Sean Connery. Sadly, Connery passed away today at the age of 90. For many young (and older) men and woman of the “swinging” 1960s, Connery epitomized what was “cool” about pop culture. When he made the first Bond film, Do No, President Kennedy was quick to pick Ian Fleming's (for those of you who don't already know, Fleming was the creator of James Bond)From Russia with Love as one of his favorite books. Being Bond, though, was a struggle for Connery, the actor; as the character grew in world-wide fame and attention, he became bored with the public adulation...
Wow! This year at Comic-Con we had an explosion of activity! From our always awesome panel to our guests signing at our booth, there was rarely a moment of quiet at Hermes Press this year...which is how we like it! Below are some of the candid (and not-so-candid) pictures of what we got up to at SDCC this year! If you weren't able to get Mother Goth Rhymes (the limited edition) at the show, we have some copies left over for purchase on our site! A shot of our booth before the show opened! We had a LOT of cool stuff! Kaz (Mother Goth Rhymes) signing her new book! You can see Stabby the Unicorn in the background! A selfie...