WONDER WOMAN #98
CGC FN-: 5.5
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historic new origin; first Andru/Esposito in title
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historic new origin; first Andru/Esposito in title
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historic new origin; first Andru/Esposito in titleIssue #98 of Wonder Woman is a major moment in the mythos of the character, with the arrival of new artists Ross Andru and Mike Esposito, Princess Diana is partially reinvented and provided with a fresh start. The featured cover story presents Diana in a competition to determine the champion of Paradise Island. First, battling warriors disguised as herself to avoid any prejudices on her mother's behalf, as she is the judge of this competition. The rest of the issue focuses on the Amazon's attempt to convert a solitary penny into a million dollars. Despite a myriad of distractions, she achieves the feat, proving herself worthy to represent her people as a defender of good in the outside world.
Artist Information
Ross Andru was an American comics artist and editor. He is best known for his work on The Amazing Spider-Man, Wonder Woman, The Flash, and The Metal Men, and for having co-created The Punisher. During Andru's long career he also worked on Sgt. Rock, the Suicide Squad features in the Brave and the Bold, Rip Hunter, Time Master and Sea Devils at DC. At Marvel Andru contributed to Marvel Feature (where he drew the 1st appearance of The Defenders) and Marvel Team-Up among others.
historic new origin; first Andru/Esposito in titleIssue #98 of Wonder Woman is a major moment in the mythos of the character, with the arrival of new artists Ross Andru and Mike Esposito, Princess Diana is partially reinvented and provided with a fresh start. The featured cover story presents Diana in a competition to determine the champion of Paradise Island. First, battling warriors disguised as herself to avoid any prejudices on her mother's behalf, as she is the judge of this competition. The rest of the issue focuses on the Amazon's attempt to convert a solitary penny into a million dollars. Despite a myriad of distractions, she achieves the feat, proving herself worthy to represent her people as a defender of good in the outside world.
Artist Information
Ross Andru was an American comics artist and editor. He is best known for his work on The Amazing Spider-Man, Wonder Woman, The Flash, and The Metal Men, and for having co-created The Punisher. During Andru's long career he also worked on Sgt. Rock, the Suicide Squad features in the Brave and the Bold, Rip Hunter, Time Master and Sea Devils at DC. At Marvel Andru contributed to Marvel Feature (where he drew the 1st appearance of The Defenders) and Marvel Team-Up among others.