Spider-Man

The fan-favorite "Brand New Day" era was one of the most creative periods in Spidey's history -- and these are the stories that prove it! "Brand New Day" wasn't just a story -- it was an era. Spanning almost three years and over one hundred issues, it was a time when a rotating cast of the industry's most talented writers and artists redefined Spider-Man for the 21st century. The stories they created continue to influence the Spider-Man comics of today -- as well as television series, video games and films featuring everyone's favorite wall-crawler! The handpicked stories featured in this Brand New edition highlight the scope and spirit of the era -- from heart-wrenching to pulse-pounding to darkly introspective. Included in this collection are: Amazing Spider-Man #555-557

"Sometimes It Snows in April"

"The Last Nameless Day"

"Dead of Winter"

By Zeb Wells & Chris Bachalo

Amid the worst blizzard in New York City history, Spider-Man and Wolverine set out to find the secret of the deadly storm! Amazing Spider-Man #562-563

"The Other Spider-Man"

"So Spider-Man Walks into a Bar and..."

By Bob Gale & Mike McKone

Peter Parker must solve the mystery of "The Other Spider-Man" -- and brave the villain-filled Bar with No Name! Amazing Spider-Man #564

"Threeway Collision!"

By Bob Gale, Marc Guggenheim, Dan Slott & Paulo Siqueira

When Spidey finds himself in a car chase across the city with Overdrive, which side of the story is the real one?! Amazing Spider-Man #574

"Flashbacks"

By Marc Guggenheim & Barry Kitson

Whatever happened to Flash Thompson? Follow Peter Parker's former nemesis and Spider-Man's biggest fan from New York through his tour of duty in the Middle East. Amazing Spider-Man: Extra! #2

"Black & White"

By Dan Slott & Chris Bachalo

Witness the return of one of Spider-Man's most unforgettable enemies: Hammerhead! It's a sign of things to come -- and it's looking deadly! Amazing Spider-Man #575-576

"Family Ties"

By Joe Kelly & Chris Bachao

As the mayoral election ramps up, gang activity is at an all-time high -- and Hammerhead works to bring them all under Mister Negative's banner...or else. And even Spider-Man can't stop him this time! Amazing Spider-Man #577

"Old Huntin' Buddies"

By Zeb Wells & Paolo Rivera

Spidey clashes with the Punisher in a good old-fashioned punch-a-palooza! What does Frank Castle want with a mysterious, power-enhancing serum? Amazing Spider-Man #578-579

"Unscheduled Stop"

By Mark Waid & Marcos Martin

Spidey must summon all his strength and courage when a shocking earthquake hits NYC, burying him and a subway car of innocent people deep under all the rubble!