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Marvel Spider-Man Character Encyclopedia New Edition

More than 200 Heroes and Villains from Spider-Man's World
By Melanie Scott
Marvel
Series: Marvel
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Marvel Spider-Man Character Encyclopedia New Edition by Melanie Scott offers a comprehensive guide to the vast universe of Spider-Man. It's packed with colourful illustrations and fascinating facts, exploring the lives and adventures of Spider-Man's allies, enemies, and alternate versions. Perfect for young readers, it serves as both an introduction and a deep dive into the iconic world of Spider-Man.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a young Marvel fan eager to explore the vast universe of Spider-Man. Dive into colourful character profiles, learning about both the iconic heroes and infamous villains, ideal for kids who want to become Spider-Man experts.

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This new edition profiles more than 200 iconic Marvel heroes and villains, updated from 2014 to include new characters.

Celebrate Spidey's 60th Anniversary with this new edition Character Encyclopedia!

Spider-Man is one of the world's best-loved and most recognised super heroes, the spectacular star of comic books, movie blockbusters, and TV shows. Released to coincide with Spidey's 60th anniversary in 2022, the Spider-Man Character Encyclopedia New Edition profiles more than 200 timeless Spidey characters in alphabetical order. Packed with original Marvel artwork and fascinating info, it's the perfect introduction to the web-slinger's amazing world.

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Marvel Spider-Man Character Encyclopedia New Edition by Melanie Scott provides a colourful and engaging guide to the characters of the Spider-Man universe, making it a hit among young fans and collectors alike. The book is praised for its vivid illustrations and comprehensive entries that cover both popular and lesser-known characters, sparking interest and excitement in readers. Critics appreciate its accessibility for children while still offering enough detail to satisfy more avid Marvel enthusiasts.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241574027

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 766g

Pages: 208

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Graphic Novels Humour Marvel Melanie Scott Penguin Books Series: Marvel

About the Author

Melanie Scott has written and contributed to a range of comic book related publications, including Black Widow- Secrets of a Super-Spy, Marvel's Greatest Comics, DC Ultimate Character Guide, Marvel Ultimate Fact Book, DC- Absolutely Everything You Need to Know, and Ultimate Marvel.

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