This oversized, 10" x 14" hardcover edition is a stunning collection of iconic covers and original art from Jack Kirby's groundbreaking comics run on The Fantastic Four. It features full stories from five issues, reproduced from Marvel's archival scans, alongside essays and commentary by editor-designers Ian Chalgren and John Lind.

This oversized, 10" x 14" hardcover edition is a stunning collection of iconic covers and original art from Jack Kirby's groundbreaking comics run on The Fantastic Four. It features full stories from five issues, reproduced from Marvel's archival scans, alongside essays and commentary by editor-designers Ian Chalgren and John Lind.

Since its debut in 1961, The Fantastic Four has been a cornerstone of the Marvel Age of Comics. The series, co-created by legendary artist Jack "King" Kirby and writer Stan Lee, revolutionized the comic book industry and set the standard for a new brand of super-hero storytelling. Kirby, one of the most influential creators in comic book history, infused the series with his dynamic artwork and unparalleled imagination, cementing its place in comics history.

This oversized Bullpen Books edition focuses on Kirby's lengthy run on The Fantastic Four from 1961 to 1971. It includes complete stories from issues #60, #71, #82, and #83, and the spectacular 48-page Fantastic Four Annual #6. These selections provide a glimpse into the early days of Marvel's bullpen, showcasing Kirby's artistic genius during one of his most creative periods.

Dark Horse's Bullpen Books series of art books pays tribute to the characters and creators of Marvel Comics. This second volume honors Jack Kirby's work on The Fantastic Four and follows up on the Bullpen Books series' inaugural installment-The Art of the Amazing Spider-Man.