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Their adventures together would feature heroes and villains such as Robin, Batwoman, Lex Luthor, Bat-Mite, Mr. Mxyzptlk, and more alien threats than might seem possible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCollects the classic story of their first meeting from SUPERMAN #76 and their super team-ups from WORLD’S FINEST #71-116. 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He awakens on a significantly altered Earth, with a new scenery and humans gaining telepathic skills. Morgan sees the telepathic species who now inhabit Earth as he deals with the shock of his predicament and his personal estrangement in this strange world. Despite their huge disparities in abilities and lifestyles, he discovers common ground and a shared humanity with these advanced beings. Edmond Hamilton's tale covers the issue of adaptation and the enduring essence of what it means to be human in a remarkable way. \"The Stars, My Brothers\" asks philosophical questions concerning the nature of humanity and the relationships that transcend time and circumstance.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57507807592821,"sku":"9789359323114","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9789359323114.jpg?v=1787042948"},{"product_id":"the-legion-of-lazarus","title":"The Legion of Lazarus","description":"The plot of this tale explores themes of immortality, power, and the implications of technological progress. The plot takes place in the future, where an outstanding researcher named Dr. John Thane has discovered a way to obtain biological immortality. 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He is torn between revealing the secret of immortality to the rest of the world and keeping it hidden, recognizing the possible benefits and threats it brings to humanity. \"The Legion of Lazarus\" poses provocative concerns about the ethics of immortality, the pursuit of knowledge, and the delicate balance of power and responsibility.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57507812409717,"sku":"9789359325569","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9789359325569.jpg?v=1787042952"},{"product_id":"batman-black-casebook-deluxe-edition","title":"Batman: Black Casebook: Deluxe Edition","description":"\u003cb\u003eExperience the bizarre and reality-warping Batman tales from the 1950s and 1960s that inspired Grant Morrison’s \u003ci\u003eBatman R.I.P. \u003c\/i\u003ewith this DC Deluxe Edition featuring exclusive bonus material!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe stories that inspired Grant Morrison's legendary run are finally collected in oversized cover, presented as an in-world artifact from the DC Universe. 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