When the last son of Krypton was sent to Earth, one of the greatest legends of all time was born. This book collects some of the earliest tales of Superman as they were first published. Written and drawn by his creators, Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, included here are the orginal first appearances of Lois Lane and Superman's alter ego Clark Kent, as well as the Man of Steel's first use of his x-ray vision.

REPRINTS: Action Comics #1, 7-20

Possessing incredible powers rivaled only by his integrity, the Man of Steel has risen from his humble upbringing in a small midwestern town to become one of the greatest heroes of all time. SUPERMAN: THE ACTION COMICS ARCHIVES VOL. 2 reprints classic tales from the 1940s that introduced the world to the Last Son of Krypton. Featuring the first appearance of Lex Luthor and the Daily Planet, this masterpiece includes Superman's adventures as he defends his city and country from domestic criminals and international spies.

REPRINTS: Action Comics #21-36

Since the day he first flew over Metropolis, the Man of Steel has been a hero of mythological proportions. Whether saving the world or defending America, the Last Son of Krypton has proven that the true measure of a man is his actions and not his abilities. SUPERMAN: THE ACTION COMICS ARCHIVES VOL. 3 presents the original adventures that are now the foundation of Superman's legendary status. Influenced by the Max Fleischer animated Superman cartoons of the 1940s, this stunning book showcases the Man of Steel as he takes on the villainy of Domino, the genius of the Trickster, the dementia of the Puzzler, and the deadliness of the super-powered Lex Luthor and his incredible Powerstone.

REPRINTS: Action Comics #37-52

Written by Jerry Siegel and Don Cameron Art by Jack Burnley, Sam Citron, John Sikela and others Cover by Citron A new volume collecting ACTION COMICS #53-68 (1942-1945) featuring an intro by William Schelly! This volume contains classic Golden Age tales - many reprinted for the first time - including the first appearance of the Toyman, the return of the Prankster, and more!

REPRINTS: Action Comics #53-68