238 - SIEGEL (Jerry), SHUSTER (Joe), and BORING (Wayne). Superman. Volume 2: 1943–1944.

SIEGEL (Jerry), SHUSTER (Joe), and BORING (Wayne). Superman. Volume 2: 1943–1944. Futuropolis, n.d. Large oblong-format album, publisher’s illustrated cardboard cover in black, white, and yellow, with a printed spine. The front cover features an image of Superman in flight, surmounted by the title in large yellow letters. The back cover is illustrated with a black-and-white composition depicting Superman in space. French first edition in this format of the Superman series, created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. It collects stories published in 1943 and 1944, notably “Superman and Susie” and “Mr. Mxyzptlk.” The panels, reproduced in black and white, capture the original artwork of the famous American superhero’s adventures. Wayne Boring’s contributions reflect the character’s artistic evolution throughout the 1940s. Condition: very good overall condition. Clean hardcover with well-preserved colors, showing slight signs of handling and some superficial rubbing. Corners and caps are slightly rubbed. Spine is in good condition. Interior is fresh, with well-preserved pages and crisp printing.