
Titles in This Set
Absolute Superman Vol. 1: Last Dust of Krypton
Absolute Superman Vol. 2: Son of the Demon
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781799505334 (Vol. 1), 9781799507758 (Vol. 2)
Publisher: DC Comics
Age Range: 13+ (Young Adult / Adult)
Overview
This two-volume paperback set collects the opening chapters of Jason Aaron and Rafa Sandoval's bold reimagining of the Man of Steel for DC's Absolute Universe. Starting with Last Dust of Krypton and continuing into Son of the Demon, the story strips Superman down to a scrappy, street-level refugee learning what his powers and his humanity really mean on a harsher, more dangerous Earth. Fans of modern superhero reinvention and longtime Superman readers alike will find a grittier, faster-paced take on the iconic hero's earliest days.
About the Books
Absolute Superman reframes Krypton's last son as an undocumented alien scraping by on an Earth far less welcoming than the one readers know from classic continuity. In Last Dust of Krypton, young Kal-El washes ashore with nothing: no Fortress of Solitude, no Daily Planet byline, only raw power he barely understands. As he tries not to repeat the mistakes that destroyed his home world, he collides with the globe-spanning Lazarus Corporation and its ruthless Peacemaker enforcers, forcing him to decide what kind of hero he wants to become. The story continues in Son of the Demon, which ratchets up the stakes considerably as Superman's simmering rage boils over and old enemies and new alliances collide, pushing him toward confrontations that test both his strength and his conscience. Jason Aaron pairs with artist Rafa Sandoval to deliver widescreen action alongside quieter, character-driven moments that re-ground Superman in empathy and struggle rather than invincibility. Together, these two volumes offer a fresh entry point into the Absolute Universe line, DC's imprint built around grounded, re-imagined versions of its most iconic heroes.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Absolute Superman Vol. 1: Last Dust of Krypton — Kal-El washes up on an unfamiliar Earth with no fortress, no family, and no idea what kind of hero he's meant to be.
Absolute Superman Vol. 2: Son of the Demon — Superman's rage boils over as he faces down old rivals and new threats in a story that pushes him toward his breaking point.
About the Author
Jason Aaron is an acclaimed American comic book writer known for celebrated runs on major franchise titles across both the DC and Marvel universes, including long-running work on characters like Thor and Wolverine. He has built a reputation for combining large-scale, mythic storytelling with grounded, character-driven emotion. On Absolute Superman, Aaron teams with artist Rafa Sandoval to reinvent the Man of Steel's origin for DC's Absolute Universe imprint, bringing his signature blend of gritty world-building and heartfelt character work to one of comics' most iconic heroes.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This set is a must-grab for any superhero fan's bookshelf, offering a complete, re-imagined Superman arc in two volumes. It's a great gift for birthdays, holidays, or simply starting a comic-loving reader on a bold new take on a timeless icon.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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