Written and illustrated by John Byrne; Cover by Jerry Ordway A stunning tale of heroics and history, SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL VOL. 1 magnificently retells and reinvents the origin and early adventures of the Man of Steel. In this fastpaced, revelatory book, Superman begins his ascension to iconic hero as he leaves Smallville and becomes Metropolis's revered protector and guardian. Featuring the Man of Steel's legendary first encounters with Lex Luthor, Lois Lane, and Batman, this amazing book also includes a deadly battle with Bizarro, a fateful encounter with Lana Lang, and Superman's astonishing discovery of his Kryptonian heritage.
- ISBN13 9780930289287
- Publish Date 1 January 2006 (first published 1 December 1994)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 14 October 2016
- Publish Country US
- Imprint DC Comics
- Format Paperback (UK Trade)
- Pages 152
- Language English