Superman: The Man of Steel Vol. 2 Hardcover – January 26, 2021

Continues strongly after the 1st volume. The best part about John Byrne’s run is that it focuses on the human aspect of Clark Kent. The stories are interesting and make you actually care about all of the characters. There is not one boring story in the entire book. Plus the art is really wonderful to look at. Nice vibrant colors and expressive panels. A definite read before moving onto “The Exile and other stories.”

Printed beautifully and quality binding. I know it's just reprints and will never have any real collector value, but if you're just after the classic John Byrne storytelling and sublime artwork, these volumes are a bargain. Love them on my shelf.

John byrne’s Superman is arguably the most important take on the character and the franchise since he was created in 1938.John understanding Siegel and shuster vision for Superman but adding a modern touch to the foundation character in all comic superheroes, John was able to tone down the absurdly over powered character and make him more relatable than he had been In over 40 years. His take on Clark being the real character and Superman the persona needed when trouble struck. The lex luthor following the same pattern from the 1978 movie was the best thing John could have done. The over exaggerated evil business man made lex someone the readers could understand. Lois being strong, independent and brilliant also helped. Being a top reporter you are not going to fool her for long. These are my personal favorites stories of Superman since the 1930’s through the 40’s. The three volumes of this era is a must for any Superman fan and collector. Up up and away.

Very nice presentation of John Byrnes Superman. I would have been happier if the paper stock would have been heavier considering the books $50 price tag. These stories have been reprinted in trade paperback already and you're not getting any extras in this format. I am not a fan of the omnibus editions as they are extremely cumbersome if you just want to sit on a couch and read them as opposed to lining them up on a huge bookshelf. As far as the stories go, I happen to have preferred the Wolfman Ordway stories, but the Byrne ones are certainly entertaining and still hold up today. I don't consider them to be among comics greatest stories, but they are a good read in presenting a more human man of steel. The Lois and Clark series were based on the Superman character as presented here.

I am not a fan of the paper and glued binding.Or the restoration which could improve.But art wise and stories, Byrne’s period is the best as far as I am concerned.

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If you’re looking for good Superman stories, John Byrne doesn’t disappoint. He was the inspiration for Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel. A must-read series for Superman lovers!

He says this is a great find, and it has quality printing!