Ralph Macchio's Marvel Comics Library. Spider-Man. 1962-1964 collects the earliest adventures of the web-slinger, preserving the groundbreaking work of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko. This Taschen edition celebrates the birth of Marvel's most iconic hero, showcasing the stories that revolutionized superhero comics by creating a hero who was as much teenager as crime-fighter. The collection reveals how Spider-Man's blend of power and vulnerability changed the genre forever.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Spider-Man proved that superheroes could be relatable, flawed, and deeply human. Lee and Ditko created a character who worried about rent and homework as much as supervillains, showing that the best heroes are the ones who struggle with the same problems we do.

DETAILS: • Author: Ralph Macchio • Publisher: Taschen • Format: Hardcover • Publication Date: December 16, 2024 • ISBN: 9783836598583 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days