In the framework of the 80th anniversary of the appearance of Wonder Woman we present you some of the comics that are essential in the history of the Amazon Princess
In All Star Comics # 8 the writer and psychologist William Moulton Marston gave us the first story of a heroine who for more than 80 years has inspired generations of readers, Wonder Woman, whose popularity has grown throughout its history.
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National Publications (now known as DC Comics) broke paradigms by dedicating a comic to a heroine, something that made way for female vigilantes in cartoons and earned them important spaces in all publishers.
In commemoration of the 80 years of Wonder Woman, we present you a series of comics that are essential to know the history and more important aspects of Wonder Woman.
All Star Comics # 8
The comic that started the mythology of the Amazon Princess. In October 1941 William Moulton Marston told us the story of Diana, Princess of Themyscira, who helps pilot Steve Trevor who escaped from the clutches of the Germans.
Concerned about what happens in the world of men, Diana participates in the competitions that would define which Amazon warrior would accompany Trevor to war, conquering all the tests and showing courage, which makes her Wonder Woman.
Sensation Comics # 1
William Moulton Marston is also the creator of one of the comics that reveals to us for the first time the secret identity of Wonder Woman, who to integrate into the world of men adopts the name Diana Prince.
Wonder Woman convinces a nurse to change identities in exchange for helping her reunite with her fiancé. This story is only the beginning of the secret identity of Wonder Woman, who like Diana Prince had exploits within the military in times of war.
Wonder Woman # 6
In her solo series, Wonder Woman faces the first incarnation of an enemy that will bring her headaches throughout her history. Diana Prince comes face to face with Pricila Rich, a wealthy high society woman who sought out strong emotions, loved by all for her beauty and charm.
Rich’s jealousy for Diana, and her personality disorder make her adopt the mantle of Cheetah, a villain who would have several incarnations, the most remembered being Barbara Ann Minerva.
The Brave and the Bold # 28
The iconic tome that brings together the Justice League for the first time to fight Starro’s conquest intentions is not only essential reading in DC Comics history, it also introduces us to Diana as a team leader.
While the heroines did not yet carry a significant weight in the comic books, The Justice League left a very clear lesson by showing that Wonder Woman can be the strongest warrior on the team and a great leader for a group that will grow with over the years.
Wonder Woman # 212-222
Len Wein introduces us to a Wonder Woman who begins to be in clear disagreements with her fellow Justice League, which makes her feel out of place, so she decides to submit to the twelve tasks that Hercules performed to prove his worth. .
Beyond saving the world, Diana begins to regain her spirit and discover more details about the strength she has and the value she adds to The Justice League and their fight to maintain order in the Universe.
Wonder Woman: Gods and Mortals
Following the events of Crisis on Infinite Earths, artist George Pérez took creative control in the Wonder Woman revival, where her origin was redefined and some of her gifts and powers were altered.
At this stage Wonder Woman was even able to fly without the need for the famous invisible jet, in addition to exploring her facet as a heroine, highlighting her human side and the feeling of belonging among the Amazons.
Wonder Woman: Earth One
Grant Morrison’s graphic novel explores Diana’s early days as Princess of Themyscira’s origins, but modernized into present-day times where Wonder Woman’s personality is the focus of this plot.
Wonder Woman: Earth One shows the impact of Diana’s exploits on the land of men and the way in which she must face an adverse environment on the part of her own Amazon sisters to be recognized as the figure in favor of justice.
Infinite Crisis
In the fifth issue of the series written by Geoff Johns Diana Prince meets her counterpart who lives on Earth-2, which did manage to ascend Mount Olympus to claim her place among the gods.
The Wonder Woman of Earth-2 asks Diana to recover her spirit to stop Superman, so the Amazon Warrior will have to understand which role is the best, that of a fighter or that of a friend.
Wonder Woman: 80th Anniversary Super Spectacular
To commemorate the eight decades of Wonder Woman’s existence, DC Comics put together a grand special featuring work from some of the best professionals in the comic book industry along with young stars ready to share the limelight with Diana.
Review the origins, the exploits and discover why Wonder Woman is one of the most important figures in both DC Comics and popular culture, which has impacted millions of readers.
Wonder Woman: Dead Land
One of the most recent DC Black Label stories that introduces us to a Diana awakening on an Earth that has become a nuclear wasteland. Now, Wonder Woman is stranded in a dangerous and dark future, protecting the last human city from attack by titanic monsters, fighting to uncover the secret of this Dead Land.
Daniel Warren Johnson writes and illustrates a post-apocalyptic story where Diana has a new journey of self-discovery, in which she will find secrets that could make her responsible for the catastrophe that the planet suffers.
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Source: DC Comics
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