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Spider-Man For Dummies
Get to know your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man!
Peter Parker isn’t a millionaire, super scientist, or secret spy. In fact, his normal life (outside of that pesky spider bite that gave him unique powers) is what makes him so beloved. Spider-Man For Dummies unweaves the web of this friendly neighborhood super hero and dives into how Spider-Man came to be. Produced in partnership with Marvel Comics, this fun and friendly guide features full-color art taken directly from the comics. You’ll be able to observe first-hand the evolution of the spider-suit and uncover the powers of this iconic hero. Get to know the other major characters that play a part in Peter’s life, both family and foes, and learn more about Spider-Man’s "With great power there must also come great responsibility." Before long, you’ll understand how an unassuming kid from Queens managed to secure his spot as one of the great Marvel super heroes.
Discover the origins of Spider-Man’s arachnid abilities Trace the evolution of the spider-suit Meet the friends, family, and foes featured in the comics Understand Spider-Man’s inner struggles through triumph and tragedy Explore the epic crossovers and greatest Spider-Man team-ups For super fans, casual comic book readers, and people new to Marvel super heroes altogether, Spider-Man For Dummies has something to make everyone’s Spidey-Sense tingle.
Peter Parker isn’t a millionaire, super scientist, or secret spy. In fact, his normal life (outside of that pesky spider bite that gave him unique powers) is what makes him so beloved. Spider-Man For Dummies unweaves the web of this friendly neighborhood super hero and dives into how Spider-Man came to be. Produced in partnership with Marvel Comics, this fun and friendly guide features full-color art taken directly from the comics. You’ll be able to observe first-hand the evolution of the spider-suit and uncover the powers of this iconic hero. Get to know the other major characters that play a part in Peter’s life, both family and foes, and learn more about Spider-Man’s "With great power there must also come great responsibility." Before long, you’ll understand how an unassuming kid from Queens managed to secure his spot as one of the great Marvel super heroes.
Discover the origins of Spider-Man’s arachnid abilities Trace the evolution of the spider-suit Meet the friends, family, and foes featured in the comics Understand Spider-Man’s inner struggles through triumph and tragedy Explore the epic crossovers and greatest Spider-Man team-ups For super fans, casual comic book readers, and people new to Marvel super heroes altogether, Spider-Man For Dummies has something to make everyone’s Spidey-Sense tingle.
256 pages, Paperback
Published October 28, 2025
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October 22, 2025
It’s difficult to believe that Spider-Man was introduced in the last issue of a soon to be canceled Marvel Comics’ Amazing Fantasy #15.
When Stan Lee/Steve Ditko introduced Spider-Man neither one had any inkling that the character would become the most popular character ever created at Marvel Comics.
Old web-slinger/webhead has been around nearly 60 years and shows no sign of ever slowing down.
Spider-Man has become a huge merchandising mecca with movies, TV shows, toys-you name the web-slinger is as popular as ever.
In author Eric Grundhauser’s and Wiley’s new Spider-Man For Dummies oversize, softbound book the entire publishing history of Spider-Man is chronicled from his humble beginning to his current superstar status.
Page-after-page spotlight facts complemented by full-color art of interior Spider-Man comic book pages and covers and other Marvel Comics issues where Spider-Man appeared.
Learn all about his adventures, adversaries, allies, key issues, powers, greatest adventures, tragic losses, huge victories, team-ups and evolving mythos including the introduction of the Spider-Verse and alternate universe’s versions.
For long time web-head fans to those that are just starting to appreciate Spidey’s adventures the book covers everything you ever need to know about Peter Parker and his superhero alter ego: Spider-Man.
Deuteronomy 31:6 - Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
When Stan Lee/Steve Ditko introduced Spider-Man neither one had any inkling that the character would become the most popular character ever created at Marvel Comics.
Old web-slinger/webhead has been around nearly 60 years and shows no sign of ever slowing down.
Spider-Man has become a huge merchandising mecca with movies, TV shows, toys-you name the web-slinger is as popular as ever.
In author Eric Grundhauser’s and Wiley’s new Spider-Man For Dummies oversize, softbound book the entire publishing history of Spider-Man is chronicled from his humble beginning to his current superstar status.
Page-after-page spotlight facts complemented by full-color art of interior Spider-Man comic book pages and covers and other Marvel Comics issues where Spider-Man appeared.
Learn all about his adventures, adversaries, allies, key issues, powers, greatest adventures, tragic losses, huge victories, team-ups and evolving mythos including the introduction of the Spider-Verse and alternate universe’s versions.
For long time web-head fans to those that are just starting to appreciate Spidey’s adventures the book covers everything you ever need to know about Peter Parker and his superhero alter ego: Spider-Man.
Deuteronomy 31:6 - Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
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