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<p><b>In this complete biography of one of Marvel’s most beloved super heroes, explore Spider-Man’s development through behind-the-scenes anecdotes, images, and rarely-seen interviews.</b></p><p> From the comic page to the big screen and beyond, Spider-Man has thrilled fans for generations. <b>Since swinging onto the scene in 1961</b>, in the pages of <i>Amazing Fantasy #15</i> by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, <b>the world’s most famous wall-crawler has captivated the world</b>, starring in millions of comics, over twenty different films and animated series, numerous blockbuster video games, and one Broadway show, as well as appearances in countless other mediums. </p><p> In celebration of his illustrious and expansive history, <i>MARVEL</i> <i>Spider-Man: A History and Celebration of the Web-Slinger, Decade by Decade</i> is a comprehensive collection of <b>exciting art and expert commentary that brings Spidey’s backstory out of the archive and into the arms of fans worldwide</b>. Organized by decade, you will: </p><ul><li> Relive the origin and adaptations of Spider-Man, along with his friends and enemies, through comic books, films, TV shows, toys, and more. </li><li> Spark your memory with “remember when?” moments (the Spider-Mobile, anyone?). </li><li> Recall the most interesting and shocking plot points of the comic. </li><li> Meet the creators who worked on Spider-Man’s adventures throughout the years. </li></ul><p> Illustrated with images from the comics, movies, and other <i>MARVEL Spider-Man</i>–related items, this collection is <b>a must-have for any fan of the web-slinger.</b></p>