About this title: Based on a rich tapestry of myths both real and invented, the 75-issue SANDMAN comic book series is a modern classic. Its wide appeal made Neil Gaiman famous, increased the female audience for comic books, and inspired greater respect for the medium as a whole. This graphic novel collects issues #1-#8 of SANDMAN, reproducing the first major story arc in its entirety. In 1916, a powerful and wealthy English magician seeks to capture the personification of Death, believing that if he does so, neither he nor anyone else will have to die again. However, his spell ensnares Death's younger brother ...
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Vertigo
Date Published: 1993-12-07
ISBN-13:9781563890116ISBN:1563890119
Description: Good. Softcover in good condition. visible signs of wear from previous ownership, but still a very good reading copy. May have remainder mark, or a small amount of writing on the inside. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: D C Comics
Date Published: 2003
ISBN-13:9781563890116ISBN:1563890119
Description: Very Good. VG++: An unread, uninscribed copy in very good condition; light wear to cover only; ready for immediate dispatch from the UK 1563890119 New Age and Earth Mysteries Paperback, Card Covers, 8vo; Ove. read more
Edition: 13th Printing. Illustrated.
Binding: Trade paperback
Publisher: DC Comics
Date Published: 1993
ISBN-13:9781563890116ISBN:1563890119
Description: Very good. No dust jacket as issued. Slight shelfwear; otherwise nice clean copy. CD ROM NOT included as stated on cover. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. Contains: Illustrations. Sandman Collected Library, 1. Audience: General/trade. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: VERTIGO
Date Published: 1993
ISBN-13:9781563890116ISBN:1563890119
Description: New. /Neil Gaiman /Sam Kieth, Mike Dringenberg and /Malcolm Jones III, illustrators Critics, booksellers, and readers have spared no enthusiasm for Neil Gaiman's THE SANDMAN. His unique vision and crafting of this modern myth has made the Sandman one of c... read more
Binding: Trade Paperback
Publisher: DC COMICS, New York
Date Published: 1991
ISBN-13:9781563890116ISBN:1563890119
Description: KEITH, SAM: DRINGENBERG, MIKE: McKEAN, DAVE. Near Mint. 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall. Trade Paperback-2nd. print of 1st. cover art edition (not the one pictured)-NM-Dave McKean cover art and interior design grace this copy of Neil Gaiman's collection of the first 8 tales of Morpheus, The Sandman. -Morpheus escapes from captivity, goes on a quest; and we meet his sister, Death, for the first time-A classic! ! ! read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Vertigo
Date Published: 1993
ISBN-13:9781563890116ISBN:1563890119
Description: Good. --All NEW items are exactly as provided by the publisher. All USED items are in Good condition or better, and copies may contain store stickers, highlighting, etc from normal use by previous owner(s). One-time use supplements (e.g., access codes, tear-out flash cards, reference cards, etc) provided with new copies are NOT guaranteed. --Professional booksellers: inquiries always welcome. read more
"I would like to have given this a 3.5 if possible. I see why it's a cult classic, but I can't say it's one of the best things I've read recently. I also do not read graphic novels very often and I realize I do not appreciate that medium as much as a book.
The story unfolds very slowly. A secret society was able to capture the Sandman for many decades. He lost his power when his tools were stolen. When he frees himself he has to find them. The mythology and the plot are unclear at times. However, it's obvious that imprisoning the Sandman, the king of the dream realm, has had a very bad effect on the world. This graphic novel is very dark and disturbing. And sometimes difficult to follow. I also do not like how other DC characters have snuck into the story. It's annoying. I'm sure it was a decision made by the company to do this. This isn't a crossover storyline, so their presence seems like an inappropriate marketing ploy.
If you appreciate graphic novels and like dark tales, this is the story for you."
"Though it eventually grew on me, and fit the dark depravity of the storyline, I really, REALLY wish the art was better. I mean, yikes. Interesting story which at first repused me, then drew me in. It's a dark look into psyche and meaning, but is not without a glimmer of optimism, which I think is the whole point. I liked the different crossovers and encounters with other DC characters. Wonder if we'll see Dream's power items again, or the creatures from hell. I thought the contest for the mask was amusing, though a bit odd (I guess I was expecting a sterotypical battle, which only showed how inventive the writer is). Very meaningful when they all parted to let him through after his threat. D with the ruby at the diner was the most significant, memorable, if not disturbing piece. I thought the last story, where Dream meets up with his sister was a little out of place, but I really enjoyed it. Not 100% sure as to the meaning of his final revalation (enjoy and embrace what you have? Change? Observing humans is interesting? I'm thinking it's something more than that)but I'm looking forward to learning more about it."
"After all the hype I read about Gaiman, and this series in particular, I was disappointed. I get the sense from the epilogue that he only started to really find his stride as this volume ended.
Not being well versed in the DC universe (I was a Marvel man in my youth), I felt out of the loop for much of the book. Characters I know little about other than that there is much I don't know about them make appearances. John Constantine, the Justice League, the Scarecrow, Dr. Destiny, Arkham Asylum--all show up and I felt that I was missing out on a lot of depth.
I enjoyed the beginning of the book wherein Dream is imprisoned. The middle where he collects his first two "tools" struck me as too easily accomplished. The chapter "24 Hours" was decent. But, as explored in Dream's aimlessness in the final section, the book ends without giving you much reason to seek out the second volume save for any personal investment in the story's characters, of which I developed little.
Overall, I'm happy I borrowed this from my public library instead of buying it. I will probably give volume 2 a shot, but not immediately."
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