The clever twists in their respective personas make for an addictive and compelling adventure as each piece fits into the larger, more mysterious puzzle as readers hold onto the promise of a breathtaking climax. Whilst juggling many classic heroes at the same time, writer Neil Gaiman does accomplish a surreal job in delving into each of their most troubling existential dilemmas, whether it be moral responsibility or absolute justice.
While well-versed readers will draw immense pleasure in identifying iconic events retold in this story, new readers will just as well appreciate the complexity of each subplot introduced and explored here. Traditional white gutters the space between and around panels is substituted for an absorbing black to take over, easily allowing the story to embrace its darker and dreadful atmosphere.
While fluidity in movement is not the priority in terms of panel transition, the artwork rather focuses on capturing the gravitas of key events in the narrative, evolving and steering the plot towards its resolution.
Leave it to writer Neil Gaiman to also surprise readers with the reveal of beloved characters with unique designs, whether it may be the X-Men, the Fantastic Four, or Daredevil. Marvel is a compelling and telltale reimagining of the Marvel Universe as heroes and villains engage in a historical battle bound to shape their lives forever.
View 2 comments. Jul 24, Brandon rated it it was ok Shelves: fiction , , comix. Sudden strange disturbances in weather have provoked panic all over Europe. Before her passing, the Queen instructs Sir Nicolas Fury to arrange for the safe passage of an unknown item making its way to England under the protection of the Knights Templar.
Well, there are many po Sudden strange disturbances in weather have provoked panic all over Europe. Well, there are many powerful men and women who seek the item and will stop at nothing to claim ownership. Neil Gaiman asks the question — what if the Marvel universe began years earlier?
He tries his best to give you an answer. The whole story felt overly gimmicky rather than creative and original. Switching up the names certainly made sense based on the era in which Gaiman was setting the story but I found them hokey and distracting.
Charles Xavier as Carlos Javier? Peter Parker as Peter Parquagh? Daredevil was another lost cause. While he had a pretty strong presence in the story, he came across as annoying.
I can usually breeze through trades in a night, two nights tops but this here collection took me much, much longer. I felt myself constantly drifting, struggling to pay attention. The writing would often grab me if I stumbled across a memorable scene or exchange between two characters but it was few and far between.
Clearly people love it. I just had so much trouble getting into it. I suppose I was just bored. Cross Posted Every Read Thing Jan 29, Sud rated it it was amazing Shelves: comics. I must, for the sake of spoilers, keep my description of the story brief. In essence, it is a Marvel tale told in the setting of James is about to become King of England and he bears no tolerance for the "Witchbreed" mutants that having been plaguing Christendom.
Queen Elizabeth, the previous monarch, used her Spymaster- Sir Fury to keep close tabs on these events. We also meet the Spaniard Carlos was a very well written and a very fresh outlook on the Marvel universe by Niel Gaiman.
We also meet the Spaniard Carlos Xavier and his motley group of students. Many other marvel characters make an appearance in this series, but I leave it up to you to figure out how they have been interpreted by Mr Gaiman.
That is what is so enjoyable about this story- it's indeed unique and original kudos Mr. Gaiman there is so much that is similar. Apparently 15 years prior a rift in space deposited a traveler to that universe. This is causing terrible ripple effects. Strange, who plays the part of Dr.
Dee of Elizabethan fame, realizes that this events, if left unchecked, will cause the destruction of this universe. What follows is a tale that has very common elements- from the plight of the Witchbreed at the hands of the Inquisition to the political upheaval of the coming of James to be crowned as King of England. But there are cosmic elements as well- from the subtle hints about the Phoenix Force to the Watcher's plans. That is all I am willing to say about this plot. The best part is the vision of Mr.
Gaiman who transforms the "ordinary" superheroes we all know and transforms them into very creditable and realistic 's versions. The broad base of knowledge and his meticulous research shows in the dialogue and historical tidbits scattered throughout this tale.
This was a pleasure to read. While many comic book writers are quite talented, there is a certain graceful lyrical quality to Gaiman's prose and descriptions. His wonderful versions of common heroes and villains works extremely well- from the Irish man Murdoch to von Doom.
A truly original and fresh perspective on telling a marvel tale. The artwork was good, though not amazing. For the story being told and the time period- the artwork complements the story.
It works well in the context of the story and never hinders it. But this is a tale you read for the story. Highly recommend to any Marvel fan, comic fan and Mr.
Gaiman fan. Elizabethan court intrigue, Templar conspiracy and Roanoke colony mystery, all wrapped up together with a Marvel bow and written by Neil Gaiman? Yes, please. Strange storm clouds have been hovering over Europe.
The adaptation of the famous Marvel characters into the 17th-century version of themselves was simply delightful for this history nerd. Leave it to my darling Neil to reinvent classic characters like Thor, Captain America and Magneto, drop them in a completely different setting and weave together a strong, fun, pulpy story!
I was worried that there were a few too many characters to juggle, but the plot resolves itself in a solid way, and the art work is gorgeous! This book was recommended to me by Laurent, who is my greatest reference for cerebral, weird graphic novels to read, and I am so grateful for his recommendations.
I feel like I will need way more time to truly digest this story. In typical Gaiman fashion, he crafted something far more epic than what is at first revealed.
The heroes here are not exact mimics of their universe counterparts; they have subtle changes in personality if not powers. I especially liked Daredevil and Nick Fury's portrayals. Also, the much talked about twist was as satisfying and unexpected as I hoped it would be. It's been a while since I've gotten lost in a good graphic novel, I feel like I will need way more time to truly digest this story.
It's been a while since I've gotten lost in a good graphic novel, and has rekindled my passion for the medium. Sep 26, Shannon rated it really liked it Shelves: books-reviewed , graphic-novels , action , fantasy-scifi. Gaiman's take on Marvel super heroes focuses on Britain in as a friendly Queen Elizabeth is likely to die soon and news comes of something worse than eradicating super heroes.
Some really interesting idea combos. It helps if you know the Marvel world already to get some of the references. Nov 23, Andrew rated it it was amazing Shelves: comics.
But, the name of Neil Gaiman attracted me to this book that, for my part, I can define a true masterpiece. The story is set in the year , in England, at the end of the reign of Elizabeth I, with the threat of James VI as the next king and the Spanish Inquisition to its full power.
The major Marvel characters such as Nick Fury, the X-Man and Spiderman, are inserted in this context, creating a thrilling story which fuses history, magic and even a little of science fiction. I recommend it to all fans of Gaiman and comics in general. May 15, Himanshu Karmacharya rated it liked it. An adventure involving our favorite marvel characters, but set in an alternate timeline.
There are tons of stuffs going on in this book, ranging from royal conspiracies to the end of the world. The artwork with pencils by Andy Kubert, and the digital painting by Richard Isanove is spectacular to look at.
The artwork does gives off an 'Elizabethean Era' vibe. The problem with the book is An adventure involving our favorite marvel characters, but set in an alternate timeline. The problem with the book is that it's not 'new readers friendly'. Readers who are new to Marvel Universe will not appreciate a lot of references and events occuring in the book, and are likely to be confused at times.
Marvel is an enjoyable book, and if you are a Marvel fan, then you should definitely read it. But one should not expect anything ground-breaking from this book. Jan 06, Jeannette Nikolova rated it it was amazing. Read on the WondrousBooks blog. Never heard of it? Have no idea what it is? No problem. You are missing just one of the most fantastic things in pop culture. Now let me explain: Imagine if all of the coolest Marvel heroes were born in Elizabethan England, Nick Fury was the queen's chief guardian, Doctor Strange was her personal physician, the Maximoff twins were working for the Inquisition, Professor X was gathering the prosecuted mutants, who everyone thinks are witchbreed.
And all of that wri Read on the WondrousBooks blog. And all of that written by Neil Gaiman. Did you imagine it? It is fantastic, right? When I read Gaiman I sometimes experience a little bit of disappointment, but since this is the first graphic novel of his that I read, I think that this is also his forte and I really want to find Sandman now. It was absolutely amazing to follow the characters, see how their identities are revealed, most of all Captain America.
Though I also really disliked him, to be honest. The entire book was very interesting, witty and full of twists and turns and little surprises and entirely too pleasing for a fan of the abovementioned superheroes. I'm also not disappointed I found Marvel so late, because if I hadn't developed such love for these characters, I might not have appreciated it as much.
The drawings were also great but what I enjoyed the most out of them were Scott McKowen's covers , which are absolutely amazing and I loved reading the afterword about his techniques.
Overall, Marvel is a must-read for all fanboys and fangirls, don't miss it. Mar 26, Emma rated it liked it. I chose this more for the historical context, and with the first scenes set in Hampton Court,I was really excited to get started, but unfortunately my enthusiasm waned as the story went on.
Oct 14, HBalikov rated it really liked it. A world which, by all evidence, will end extremely soon. Yet I posit we are in a universe which favors stories. Can you restore to me my humanity? I have been a monster too long. The natural sciences say, YES, a cure is possible. But the laws of story would suggest that no cure can last for very long, Benjamin.
For in the end, alas, you are so much more interesting and satisfying as you are. Stephen Strange to defend her. The Spanish inquisition is in full stride and there is a world-wide search for the spawn of witches mutants who are being protected by some including Javier Xavier of the X-Men.
There are a lot of familiar characters in uncharacteristic roles that add to the fun, intrigue and desperation. Though this was written several years ago, how little some things change. We have a version of Dr. We have treasures and objects of power. The illustrations are up to the task, particularly in reflecting those early 17th Century venues. Oct 12, Jonathan Terrington rated it really liked it Shelves: science-fiction , favourites , graphic-novels , neil-gaiman. I once had a teacher remark how lowly they thought of graphic novels.
And yet I believe that graphic novels are one of the more creative methods of generating stories for modern audiences myself. As such I am an avid fan of many of DC and Marvel's more brilliant story line arcs. Having, with my typical flair, discussed my particularly good reasons for reading graphic novels, I shall now briefly review in particular Marvel Millions of readers, film viewers and pop culture observers know of I once had a teacher remark how lowly they thought of graphic novels.
Millions of readers, film viewers and pop culture observers know of and many love the famous characters of Marvel. Now what has occurred within the pages of this brilliant feast for the eyes and soul is that those famous icons have been relocated to the year The book was published in multiple languages including English, consists of pages and is available in Paperback format. The main characters of this sequential art, graphic novels story are Scott Summers, Matt Murdock.
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Some of the techniques listed in Marvel may require a sound knowledge of Hypnosis, users are advised to either leave those sections or must have a basic understanding of the subject before practicing them. Can Fury and his allies find a connection to these unusual happenings before the whole world ends? Collects Marvel Things in England become chaotic after Queen Elizabeth's death, and Nicholas Fury, Otto Von Doom, and the other superheroes must decide whether to stay in England or emigrate to America with a young girl and her Indian protector.
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