When 47 women spontaneously give birth in one night, after having no signs of pregnancy, millionaire inventor Reginold Hargreeves manages to find and adopt seven of them. "To save the world," his only explanation. Two decades later, this super dysfunctional super family reunites to morn the passing of their adoptive father, and face the greatest threat to mankind.
The Umbrella Academy is penned by rock star Gerald Way, of My Chemical Romance, and illustrated by Eisner Award Nominee Gabriel Ba; along with Eisner award winners Dave Stewart (colors) James Jean (original series covers). Collected, for the first time, in "graphic novel" form by Dark Horse.
While there've been more than a few runs of dysfunctions super teams/families, the odd dynamic within this group, not to mention its quirky villains and battles, sets this apart from its contemporaries. Not to mention the very unique and exciting plot twist that develops out of these unhealthy dynamics.
Also included are the original series covers, an annotated design section, and a couple of extra stories. Forward by Grant Morrison. $17.95
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