Marvel Encyclopedia Collector's Edition
James Hill author Melanie Scott author Alan Cowsill author
Format:Set / collection
Publisher:Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Published:7th Nov '24
Should be back in stock very soon

The official and definitive guide to the characters of the dynamic, ever-expanding Marvel Universe—now updated with more than 1,200 iconic Super Heroes and villains and presented in a luxurious, one-of-a-kind Collector’s Edition.
Filled with superb artwork and illustrated characters from the original Marvel Comics, this is the one book every fan has to own—and the only book that covers the full scope of the vibrant Marvel Comics universe.
The most comprehensive Marvel Encyclopedia ever created:
- Contains major new characters as well as updated entries for old favourites, alongside features for the latest Marvel Universe crossover events—including Judgment Day, Empyre, and War of the Realms.
- Hundreds of fresh new character artworks from Marvel’s own talented pool of artists, including an original cover artwork designed by renowned comic artist Marco Checchetto.
- Perfect for Marvel Comics fans who want the definitive reference guide to their favourite franchise.
Additional Collector’s Edition features:
- An exclusive version of the book’s new cover artwork by comic artist Marco Checchetto, printed with additional luxury finishes
- Deluxe clamshell case (containing an exclusive print), ensuring that the book will stay in mint condition
- An accompanying 32-page comic-format booklet featuring rare variant comic covers and exclusive commentary about the major Marvel crossover storyline events of the last 5 years
- High-quality production materials, including luxury paper stock, wibalin, sprayed edges, and a ribbon marker
Compiled by a team of comic book experts in close collaboration with Marvel Comics, this fully updated and expanded edition features revisited entries detailing the adventures since the best-selling previous edition (2019).
Major figures like Captain America and the Avengers have multi-spread sections, while even minor character entries contain details about their key attributes, allies, foes and storylines. This is the most complete guide to the Marvel Universe ever created.
© 2024 MARVEL
ISBN: 9780241699522
Dimensions: 445mm x 374mm x 85mm
Weight: 4708g
512 pages