Astro City Metrobook, Volume 2

Astro City is a comic book series that explores the lives of superpowered individuals who are forced to become detectives to protect their community. The series features a diverse cast of characters, including a young lawyer entangled with a chilling avenger, a television actor who finds himself playing superhero for real, and a living cartoon who reflects on his strange life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 06 September 2022
Publisher: Image Comics

In a world where superpowers are common, a convicted felon with extraordinary abilities becomes a detective to protect his beloved community from threats both familiar and unexpected. A young lawyer, caught up in a web of mystery and intrigue, finds herself entangled with a chilling avenger determined to bring justice to the oppressed. A television actor, thrust into the spotlight, discovers that his life is not as fictional as he thought when he is forced to assume the role of a superhero for real. A living cartoon, with his unique perspective on the world, reflects on the strange and often hilarious experiences that have shaped his existence.

And that's just the beginning. This collection also includes a comprehensive guide to Astro City's heroes, history, and neighborhoods, illustrated by an all-star roster of artists. Star creators Kurt Busiek, Brent Anderson, Alex Ross, and many others bring you a series of stories that have revolutionized our perception of superheroes. From the streets of Astro City to the depths of its darkest corners, these tales will captivate and inspire you.

Collects ASTRO CITY vol 2 #13-22, ASTRO CITY: LOCAL HEROES #1-5, ASTRO CITY SPECIAL #1, portions of 9-11 - THE WORLD'S FINEST COMIC BOOK WRITERS & ARTISTS TELL STORIES TO REMEMBER#2, and ASTRO CITY: A VISITORS GUIDE, this is a must-have for any fan of superheroes and storytelling. So, grab your copy and prepare to be transported to a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and the heroes we thought we knew are revealed in surprising ways.

Weight: 932g
Dimension: 168 x 258 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781534323179