(November 25, 2024) For 85 years, Marvel has built an unparalleled library of characters and stories that have shaped pop culture. What makes a Marvel story unforgettable? Is it the classic characters, the dynamic dialogue, or the action and adventure? Is it a perfect panel, a stunning splash page, or a shocking page turn reveal? It is all of these things―and more.
Now The Folio Society, the independent publisher of beautifully illustrated hardback books, is paying tribute to Marvel’s epic storytelling tradition with Marvel Unforgettable Stories, a handsome, collectible 280-page hardcover that collects ten seminal Marvel stories selected by acclaimed writer and actor Patton Oswalt and acclaimed writer Jordan Blum. The story selections by Oswalt and Blum range from the classic ― including The Amazing Spider-Man #33 from the heart of the Silver Age ― to the contemporary ― including Hawkeye #11. Marvel Unforgettable Stories features an all-new stunning cover and slipcase design by Marvel artist Marcos Martín (Daredevil), an introduction by Patton Oswalt, and 280 pages of super hero adventures featuring Spider-Man, Wolverine, Daredevil and Captain America.
“Unlike so many ‘best-of’ collections, here Patton and Jordan have carefully provided a favourite selection of the comics that have defined their love of Marvel,” said James Rose, Head of Editorial at the Folio Society. “It’s a personal journey through some of Marvel’s most unforgettable stories. Housed in a hardback volume featuring artwork by Marvel artist Marcos Martín, the selection also includes one or two surprises.”
“Jordan Blum and I—both lifelong comics readers and ‘make mine Marvel’ fanatics—had a hard time picking only ten stories for this collection,” writes Patton Oswalt in the book’s introduction. “I can hear the bleats and rumblings of, ‘But you didn’t include . . .’ and ‘How could you forget . . .’ Lemme save your vocal cords the stress—you’re right. Any objections you have to any stories being passed over? You’re right. There’s simply too many to print under one cover. Hey, maybe buy this edition, and get all of your friends to buy one, and they’ll let us pick ten more! Capitalism!”
Marvel Unforgettable Stories includes:
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The Amazing Spider-Man #33 “If This Be My Destiny – The Final Chapter” (1966).
Writer: Stan Lee
Artist Steve Ditko
Letterer Artie Simek
Editor: Stan Lee
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Daredevil #191 “Roulette” (1983).
Writer, Penciller: Frank Miller
Inker: Terry Austin
Colorist: Lynn Varley
Letterer: Joe Rosen
Editor: Denny O’Neil
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Uncanny X-Men #205 “Wounded Wolf” (1986).
Writer, Penciller: Chris Claremont and Barry Windsor-Smith
Penciller/ Inker/ Colorist: Barry Windsor-Smith
Letterer: Tom Orzechowski
Editor: Ann Nocenti
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Captain America #367 “Magnetic Repulsion” (1990).
Writer: Mark Gruenwald
Penciler: Kieron Dwyer
Inker: Danny Bulanadi
Colorist: Steve Buccellato
Letterer: Jack Morelli
Editor: Ralph Macchio
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X-Factor #87 “X-aminations” (1993).
Writer: Peter David
Penciler: Joe Quesada
Inker: Al Milgrom
Colorist: Marie Javins
Letterers: Richard Starkings, Steve Dutro
Editor: Kelly Corvese
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Untold Tales of Spider-Man #20 “Wings of Hatred” (1997).
Writers: Kurt Busiek and G.L. Lawrence
Penciler: Pat Olliffe
Inker: Al Williamson
Colorist: Steve Mattsson
Letterer: Richard Starkings, Comicraft
Editor: Tom Brevoort
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Spider Man’s Tangled Web #4 (2001). “Severance Package”
Writer: Greg Rucka
Penciler: Eduardo Risso
Inker: Eduardo Risso
Colorist: Steve Buccellato
Letterer: Richard Starkings, Wes Abbott
Editor: Axel Alonso
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The Runaways #1 (2003). “Pride and Joy, Chapter One”
Writer: Brian K. Vaughan
Penciler: Adrian Alphona
Inker: David Newbold
Colorist: Brian Reber
Letterer: Paul Tutrone
Editors: C.B. Cebulski, Stephanie Moore
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Fantastic Four #587 (2011). “Three, Part 5: The Last Stand”
Writer: Jonathan Hickman
Penciler: Steve Epting
Inkers: Rick Magyar, Mike Perkins, Steve Epting
Colorist: Paul Mounts
Letterer: Rus Wooton
Editor: Tom Brevoort
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Hawkeye #11 (2013). “Pizza Is My Business”
Writer: Matt Fraction
Artist David Aja
Colorist Matt Hollingsworth
Letterer Chris Eliopoulos
Marvel Unforgettable Stories is the latest collaboration between the Folio Society and Marvel, joining Marvel: The Golden Age 1939-1949, Marvel: The Silver Age 1960–1970, Marvel: The Bronze Age 1970-1980, The Avengers, Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet, Captain America, Doctor Strange, Hulk, and Spider-Man.
The Folio Society will publish Marvel Unforgettable Stories on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. 100 signed copies will be available on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. The book will be available for £65 / US $100 exclusively from https://www.foliosociety.com/usa/fiction/comics-graphic-novels.”
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ABOUT PATTON OSWALT
Patton Oswalt is a Grammy and Emmy award-winning writer, actor and comedian, who co-created Marvel’s M.O.D.O.K. with Jordan Blum. He has scripted comics for DC, Marvel and Dark Horse. Minor Threats marks his first foray into creator-owned works. He’s also worked with Scott Hepburn in a 4-issue M.O.D.O.K. series for Marvel, co-written with Jordan Blum.
ABOUT JORDAN BLUM
Jordan Blum has been a writer and producer on multiple shows including American Dad for Fox & TBS and Community for NBC. Jordan co-created and was the showrunner of Marvel’s M.O.D.O.K. for Hulu. He’s also written several books for Marvel Comics. Minor Threats marks Jordan’s first foray into creator owned comics as well as one of his many collaborations with co-writer Patton Oswalt and artist Scott Hepburn.
ABOUT THE FOLIO SOCIETY
The Folio Society, based in London, publishes beautifully produced, illustrated hardback books. From a single purchase to a lifetime of collecting, book lovers around the world can buy these exquisite editions exclusively from their website, foliosociety.com. Proudly independent for its 75-year history, in 2021 under the leadership of its CEO, Joanna Reynolds, The Folio Society became an Employee Ownership Trust. The Folio Society is committed to a progressive sharing of power and profit in publishing, and this is reflected in their new status.
The Folio Society publishes some of the best names in publishing past and present, across the globe in high specification, collector editions. Notable publications include Frank Herbert’s Dune, Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale, Andrew Chaikin’s A Man on the Moon and Alice Walker’s The Color Purple among many other contemporary and classic titles including a publishing partnership with Marvel delivering the world-recognised, iconic brand’s luxury editions.
ABOUT MARVEL
Marvel is one of the world’s most prominent entertainment brands, built on an unparalleled library of iconic characters and stories that have shaped pop culture for 85 years. The Marvel brand spans entertainment, including film, television, publishing, licensing, games, live events, digital media, and more.
For more information, visit marvel.com.
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