He has used many names over the years and played many roles in the world of Marvel Comics. Yet whether it is as one of the X-Men, or in his monthly solo series, Wolverine remains “the best there is at what he does.” Now, a new book from Titan Books called Wolverine: The First 50 Years examines the history of the man called Logan and the creators who shaped him into a legend.
First appearing in The Incredible Hulk #181, Wolverine made an immediate impression on comic readers. The Canadian hero fought Hulk to a standstill in his first appearance. Later stories revealed something of his past, from his training as a samurai in Japan to his serving as part of the superhero team Alpha Flight.
SuperHeroHype is proud to offer an exclusive preview of Wolverine: The First 50 Years. The chapter below details Logan’s first solo series, by Chris Claremont and Frank Miller. Beyond profiling one of the most influential comic series of all time, these pages also offer a sample of the quality of this historic book.
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What else is in Wolverine: The First 50 Years?
Marvel’s Wolverine: The First 50 Years is now available for purchase at bookstores everywhere. This hardcover edition has 128 pages detailing Logan’s greatest battles. It also contains profiles of both his deadliest enemies and most unlikely allies.
The book goes beyond discussing comic book trivia and the past adventures of Wolverine. It also examines his influence on the comic industry as a character and his history as a Marvel Comics icon. The book also profiles the many creators who had a hand in shaping his adventures over the years.
