Shazam!

Name: Shazam!
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781401287894
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By Gary Frank and Geoff Johns

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Shazam! by Gary Frank and Geoff Johns takes readers on a thrilling journey with Billy Batson, a young boy who is chosen by an ancient wizard to be the champion known as Shazam. Upon saying the magic word, Billy transforms into an adult superhero with incredible powers. As he explores his new abilities, he must navigate the challenges of growing up and take on formidable foes, all while discovering what it truly means to be a hero.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this graphic novel if you're a fan of superhero stories filled with magic, adventure, and youthful heroism. The collaboration between Gary Frank and Geoff Johns brings vibrant art and dynamic storytelling, making it a perfect choice for anyone who's enchanted by tales of unexpected heroes discovering their powers and confronting formidable foes.

Shazam!

Shazam s incredible origin story is retold here in this new edition of Shazam!, just in time for the upcoming blockbuster movie starring Zachary Levi!

Shazam's incredible origin story is re-told here in this new edition of Shazam!, just in time for the upcoming blockbuster movie starring Zachary Levi! Featuring a photo cover!

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Shazam!'s incredible origin story is re-told here in this new edition of Shazam!, just in time for the upcoming blockbuster movie starring Zachary Levi! Featuring a photo cover!

Young orphan Billy Batson has bounced from foster home to foster home, but he's far from the ideal child. Brash and rude, Billy is a troubled teen who just can't seem to find a calling. But after a fateful night on a subway car, that all will change.

Brought to the feet of the magical wizard Shazam at the Rock of Eternity, Billy is imbued with powers beyond any mortal man. By shouting the wizard's name--Shazam!--the young teen is mystically transformed into the powerhouse known as Captain Marvel!

Now given abilities that make him Earth's Mightiest Mortal at the utterance of a simple phrase, will Billy make the right choices and do what it takes to become a hero? Or will he succumb to the poor choices of youth--and the villainous Black Adam?

Perfect for any new fan of the World's Mightiest Mortal, this new edition of Geoff Johns and Gary Frank's classic graphic novel features a photo cover of star actor Zachary Levi.

Collects Justice League #0, #21 and stories from Justice League #7-11, #14-16 and #18-20.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Shazam! by Gary Frank and Geoff Johns offers a modern twist on the character, transforming him from a light-hearted figure into a more complex hero in the reimagined New 52 universe. Johns effectively revises the origin story, making it accessible for both veteran fans and newcomers. Gary Frank's art enhances the narrative, adding depth and intensity with expressive character depictions and dynamic action scenes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781401287894

Publisher: DC Comics

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 March 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: DC Comics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 259.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 1208

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Fiction Gary Frank Geoff Johns Graphic Novels Penguin Books

About the Author

Geoff Johns is an award-winning writer and one of the most popular contemporary comic book writers today. Johns is the author of the New York Times best-selling graphic novels Aquaman- The Trench, Blackest Night, Green Lantern- The Sinestro Corps War, Justice League- Origin, Superman- Brainiac and Batman- Earth One, which hit #1 on the bestseller list. He is also known for transforming Green Lantern into one of the most critically and commercially successful franchises in comics. Johns was born in Detroit and studied media arts, screenwriting and film at Michigan State University. After moving to Los Angeles, he became an assistant to Richard Donner, director of Superman- The Movie. He and his mentor Donner later co-wrote Superman- Last Son, featuring the return of General Zod. Johns has written for various other media, including episodes of Smallville, Arrow and Adult Swim's Robot Chicken, for which he was nominated along with his co-writers for an Emmy.