Comics: Origin Stories

Long before they became fixtures of popular culture, some of the world's most recognizable characters began on the pages of comic books. Comics: Origin Stories brings together rare issues that introduced new characters, transformed storytelling, and helped shape the world of comics.

Highlights include Batman #1 (1940), featuring the first appearances of the Joker and Catwoman, and Fantastic Four #5 (1962), introducing Doctor Doom. From landmark debuts to defining chapters in comic book history, t...