He's the most amazing, spectacular, sensational hero in all the Marvel-Verse -- your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! And he's swinging into action in these incredible adventures! First, enjoy a modern spin on Spidey's classic origin tale of power and responsibility, as a spider bite transforms the life of unpopular teen Peter Parker -- for better and worse! Then, to save the life of his beloved Aunt May, Spidey must triumph against impossible odds and overcome an army of Doctor Octopus' goons in a character-defining classic from the legendary team of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko! And if that wasn't enough, the wallcrawler faces all his deadliest enemies -- Doc Ock, Kraven the Hunter, Mysterio, Sandman, Electro and Vulture -- banded together as the Sinister Six! COLLECTING: Mythos: Spider-Man (2007) 1, Amazing Spider-Man (1963) 32-33, Marvel Adventures Spider-Man (2005) 2-3
Stan Lee (1922-2018) was one of the most influential writers and editors in comic book history. He is widely recognized for his work at Marvel Comics, where he co-created numerous iconic characters that redefined the superhero genre. Among his most notable works are Spider-Man (1962), The Fantastic Four (1961), and Captain America (1961), where he left his mark by creating characters with human and complex dilemmas.
Lee is also celebrated for his innovative narrative style and for being a pioneer in making superheroes feel closer to reality. His legacy has influenced generations of readers, and his name is linked to the evolution of modern comics. Although he did not receive traditional literary awards, his cultural impact and influence in the entertainment industry are unquestionable.
Paul Jenkins es un guionista británico de cómics conocido por su trabajo en editoriales importantes como Marvel, DC Comics y otras compañías independientes. Nacido en Reino Unido, comenzó su carrera en la industria del cómic en los años 90, trabajando inicialmente en editorial Mirage, relacionada con "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles". Su gran salto llegó cuando empezó a colaborar con Marvel Comics, donde se convirtió en una figura destacada.
Jenkins es especialmente reconocido por su etapa en series como Inhumans, The Sentry, Spider-Man, y Hellblazer. Su enfoque se caracteriza por una narrativa emocionalmente profunda, explorando aspectos psicológicos de los personajes. En Inhumans, por ejemplo, redefinió el grupo con un enfoque maduro y complejo, ganando elogios de la crítica y varios premios.
También ha trabajado en Wolverine: Origin, una historia fundamental que explora los orígenes del popular mutante. Su habilidad para equilibrar la acción con el desarrollo del carácter lo ha convertido en un escritor versátil y respetado dentro del medio.
A lo largo de su carrera, Jenkins ha colaborado con varios artistas destacados y ha sido parte del desarrollo de videojuegos y contenido transmedia, demostrando una gran capacidad de adaptación a distintos formatos narrativos.