Before Watchmen Omnibus
Before Watchmen Omnibus by Brian Azzarello is a comprehensive collection published by National Geographic Books on December 24, 2018. This illustrated edition spans 1,064 pages and presents the prequels to the acclaimed graphic novel Watchmen, showcasing the work of notable comic creators. The book delves into the backstories of iconic characters, exploring their journeys and the events that shaped their lives prior to the original narrative.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of stories that include Rorschach’s descent into vigilantism, the Comedian’s connections to historical events like the Vietnam War and the Kennedy assassination, and Silk Spectre’s struggle with her legacy. This omnibus compiles various series, including Before Watchmen: Comedian, Rorschach, Minutemen, and others, offering a detailed look at the complexities of these characters within the realms of superheroes, crime, and science fiction.
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The New York Times best-selling prequels to the best-selling graphic novel Watchmen are collected together for the first time and in a special DC hardcover Omnibus!
Takes a look at the world before the critically acclaimed graphic novel Watchmen, by some of comics’ top talents, including Eisner Award-winning authors Brian Azzarello and Darwyn Cooke, multi-award winning authors Len Wein and Michael Straczynski. With art from Joe Kubert, Amanda Conner, J.G. Jones, Lee Bermejo, Adam Hughes, Jae Lee and John Higgins.
Dive deeper into the world of Watchmen by following the famous characters around in their own solo stories. Witness Rorschach’s story to see how one of the most dangerous vigilantes in the comics world started down his dark path. Find out how the Vietnam War and the Kennedy assassination revolve around the Comedian. Take an introspective look at Silk Spectre as she struggles with her overbearing superhero mother and her scattered path toward taking the mantle of the Silk Spectre.
Find all of this and more when you discover what happened before Watchmen in Before Watchmen Omnibus. Collects Before Watchmen: Comedian #1-6, Before Watchmen: Rorschach #1-4, Before Watchmen: Minutemen #1-6, Before Watchmen: Silk Spectre #1-4, Before Watchmen: Nite Owl #1-4, Before Watchmen: Dr. Manhattan #1-4, Before Watchmen: Moloch #1-2, Before Watchmen: Ozymandias #1-6, Before Watchmen: Crimson Corsair #1 and Before Watchmen: Dollar Bill #1.
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