A meeting of the minds between script writer Jerry Siegel and designer Joe Shuster back in 1933 marked the birth of DC Comics, as we know it today, and the Man of Steel. Superman became an immediate success, capturing the attention and imaginations of an entire generation. He is a rare comic character who has enjoyed prolonged popularity, sustained over the course of 70 years! Since then Superman has been the inspiration for books, TV shows, movies, and countless other multi-media projects. Amazing first ever issue of the most tenacious comic superhero of all time. DC Comics, summer of 1939. Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster cover features our hero leaping tall buildings. Don’t forget, Superman did not fly in the first few issues, but rather, he leaped. CGC restored grade is Apparent VF+ 8.5 Extensive (P). Restoration includes spine re-built, heavy color touch, pieces added & cleaned. Pages are a light tan color. Awesome Superman pin-up on the back cover.