Civil War: Road to Civil War
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Marvel Comics Number of pages: 160 Language: English (Original Language) Language: English (Unknown) Language: English (Published) |
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Essential catch up material
Review date: 2008-05-07 Rating: 8 out of 10
As someone who has not followed a marvel story arc in a few years. I found this an absolutely essential read to get me up to speed with what was going on in the Marvel Universe in the lead up to Civil War. The Maleev artwork , in the Illuminati one-shot, eased me in, as it was his and Bendis' Daredevil run that was the last arc I followed. This section was the stand out for me, reminding me of the Sidney Lumet movie "Twelve Angry Men", but obviously taken to a "super" degree. It's not the life of one man at stake, but the whole world. The Fantastic Four and Spider-man sections worked well, but not as fluidly for me as the Illuminati. Certain factors felt slightly too forced (see the editing team's bickering), but you see why they crowbarred in certain points when you read Civil War, and once you do that, all is forgiven. Like I say essential to get you up to speed, even if it does lack subtlety at points.
Reviews
Its good but its just a prequel to the Civil War.......
Review date: 2007-10-15 Rating: 8 out of 10
This book is a fun read but not absolutely essential to understand the Civl War storyline. Well, I guess it helps.
The strongest part of this book would be the 'Illuminati' special at the start. It shows some interesting tensions between some of Marvels most well known characters. Also it has a fight between Iron man and Namor so, whats not to like?
The worst part of the book is the Fantastic Four story because its just not as interesting as the other two storys.
The Spider-Man part of this book is a good, entertaining read. It has a simple, yet interesting story to it and we also get to see Spider-Man test out his new costume so its all good!!!
So this Graphic Novel is fun to read but don't go expecting anything that memorable. The actual Civil War storyline is much, much better.
I enjoyed this
Review date: 2007-07-18 Rating: 8 out of 10
although it is a bit difficult to find all the following books this is even better alongside the spider-man story followed on... great art, clever story and great value! i recomend you buy it.
Worth It
Review date: 2007-04-24 Rating: 10 out of 10
This collection preludes the superhuman civil war that engrossed the Marvel Universe for nearly a year. It includes the rise and fall of the Illuminati (the elite group of superhero leaders who make world-alterinig decisions behind the scenes), the legal fight on Registration, and just for good measure, the return of Doctor Doom (maybe)!
The comics are all quite well-written, and the art is all very readable. The Illuminati Special by Brian Bendis and Alex Maleev is spectacular. It's written nearly as a play. I love this as a prelude. The rest by Joeseph Straczinski is all very interesting. It shows a different side the upcoming brawl.
It's a good bargain.
Does what it says on the cover............
Review date: 2007-03-09 Rating: 8 out of 10
This book does indeed collect together the relevant issues leading into Civil War, the biggest event (like it or loath it, and truth be told I am still undecided)in Marvel history.
The book collects together the New Avengers:Illuminati special, which reveals a secret society among the elite of the Marvel U,spanning generations; features great art by Alex Maleev.
Next up is Fantastic Four issues 536 and 537 featuring the return of Doctor Doom, and Thor's hammer Mjolnir (but no Thor). Great art again.
Finally, and the real immediate prologue to Civil War, is Amazing Spider-Man 529 to 531, which sees Peter Parker and Tony Stark head to Washington to try and derail the Superhuman Registration Act; oh yes, and Spidey gets a new costume.
The volume hangs together well, is packaged nicely and includes the covers of the individual issues. Having now read all of Civil War, you also get the nuances and hints in these early issues that were not apparent at the time.
Well worth a look.........
Product Details/Specifications
Authors:
Brian Michael Bendis; J.Michael Straczynski
Recording label: Marvel Comics
Manufacturer: Marvel Comics
EAN: 9780785119746
Binding: Paperback
Dewey decimal number: 741.5973
ISBN: 0785119744
Number of items: 1
Number of pages: 160
Publication date: 2007-02-21
Language: English (Original Language)
Language: English (Unknown)
Language: English (Published)
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