The Spider Volume 1: Terror of the Zombie Queen - Graphic Novel | Superhero Comic Book Collection | Perfect for Marvel Fans & Comic Collectors | Great Gift for Halloween & Comic-Con Events
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One of the most celebrated pulp heroes of all time is back, and re-launched into the 21st century! Richard Wentworth is a decorated war hero who has sacrificed everything, including the woman he loves, for duty. But the New York City Wentworth returns to is riddled with crime and corruption. With the police overwhelmed and a populace helpless, Wentworth becomes The Spider, a vigilante as ruthless and merciless as the criminals he hunts. But now there's a new danger on the rise. A deranged woman called Anput has begun a series of attacks that turn ordinary citizens into mindless zombies, bringing New York and the police force to its knees. Wentworth will stop at nothing to save the city he's sworn to protect, but in the process he will risk his family, his friends, and the woman he still loves. Written by bestselling novelist David Liss (Black Panther, Mystery Men) with stunning art by Colton Worley (Dracula, Lobster Johnson), The Spider is dark, hard-hitting neo-pulp at its best. Collecting issues #1-6 of the critically acclaimed series, The Spider, along with a complete cover gallery.
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I've read a bunch of Dynamites pulp and Golden Age-based titles in the last few years, and there are several that stand out in a crowded field of excellent work: various Shadow series, Matt Wagner's Spirit, Francesco Francavilla's Spirit, Jeff Parker and Doc Shaner's Flash Gordon.And David Liss' Spider.The first volume has the best art of all three, courtesy of Colton Worley. It has to be seen to be believed and perhaps even seen twice.But what stands out for me are the villains, and in a way, our protagonist very much is one. He is not a particularly likeable person. This is perhaps why I like him because in the case of say, the Punisher, we're expected to like the senseless violence. With Deadpool, the violence and brutality is masked with humor, which I find equally objectionable.The Spider is not written either way, to Liss' credit.It's hard to say if he is any better than the first story arc's villain, the Zombie Queen.Find a used copy or wait for a sale on Comixology, and check this one out. The art in II and III is not necessarily a step down, but different.