The Sandman: Overture is a six-issue comic book miniseries written by Neil Gaiman with art by J.H. Williams III, serving as a prequel to Gaiman’s original The Sandman series. Published between 2013 and 2015, it explores events leading up to Morpheus’s capture in 1916, delving into his cosmic journey to prevent a catastrophic threat to the universe. The series received critical acclaim for its intricate storytelling and stunning artwork, winning the 2016 Hugo Award for Best Graphic Story. This deluxe edition, with ISBN 978-1401248963, compiles all six issues, offering readers a comprehensive and immersive experience into the origins of the Dream King.
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Neil Gaiman’s work spans myth, fantasy, and pop culture with a literary edge that helped redefine modern comics. Best known for The Sandman, he brought novelistic depth and poetic narrative to the medium, influencing generations of writers and artists. Gaiman merges folklore, horror, and personal introspection across formats, from comics to novels and film. His distinctive voice moves fluidly between the uncanny and the intimate, always grounded in strong character work. A master of reinvention, his work continues to expand the boundaries of genre storytelling and has earned him global acclaim, including the Hugo, Nebula, and Eisner awards.
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Neil Gaiman’s work spans myth, fantasy, and pop culture with a literary edge that helped redefine modern comics. Best known for The Sandman, he brought novelistic depth and poetic narrative to the medium, influencing generations of writers and artists. Gaiman merges folklore, horror, and personal introspection across formats, from comics to novels and film. His distinctive voice moves fluidly between the uncanny and the intimate, always grounded in strong character work. A master of reinvention, his work continues to expand the boundaries of genre storytelling and has earned him global acclaim, including the Hugo, Nebula, and Eisner awards.
The Sandman: Overture is a six-issue comic book miniseries written by Neil Gaiman with art by J.H. Williams III, serving as a prequel to Gaiman’s original The Sandman series. Published between 2013 and 2015, it explores events leading up to Morpheus’s capture in 1916, delving into his cosmic journey to prevent a catastrophic threat to the universe. The series received critical acclaim for its intricate storytelling and stunning artwork, winning the 2016 Hugo Award for Best Graphic Story. This deluxe edition, with ISBN 978-1401248963, compiles all six issues, offering readers a comprehensive and immersive experience into the origins of the Dream King. Comic, Neil Gaiman, Vertigo, DC Comics, 2015 Vertigo 978-1401248963 Neil Gaiman 2015