Icon: A Hero's Welcome (Trade Paperback)

Celebrate the historic legacy of Milestone Media with Icon: A Hero's Welcome (New Edition). Published by DC Comics, this 191-page premium trade paperback anthology masterfully compiles the foundational, groundbreaking early adventures of the definitive flagship hero who reshaped representation in comic books.

The pride of Dakota returns! This classic compilation introduces Augustus Freeman, a highly successful, upscale lawyer who secretly uses his alien super-powers to quietly help those in need. But Augustus' quiet life changes forever when Rocket, a bright and determined teenage girl from the city streets, convinces him to stand up in the light. Inspiring his community by embracing his true destiny, Augustus officially puts on the cape to become Icon, the hero of Dakota.

Written by legendary late comic pioneer and Emmy-nominated animator Dwayne McDuffie (Static Shock, Justice League Unlimited) and beautifully brought to life through the iconic, kinetic art styles of M.D. Bright and Mike Gustovich, this essential volume is an absolute must-have piece of comic history. This comprehensive Milestone Universe collection contains the complete foundational run:

Perfect for sequential art students, 90s nostalgia fans, and high-end graphic novel collectors alike, this softcover features heavy paper stock and vibrant color reproduction. This book is an absolute crown-jewel reference piece to anchor your superhero shelf.

• Format: Trade Paperback (TPB) / Softcover Graphic Novel
• Title: Icon: A Hero's Welcome (New Edition)
• Creators: Dwayne McDuffie (Author), M.D. Bright (Illustrator), Mike Gustovich (Artist)
• Publisher: DC Comics / Milestone Media
• Publication Date: October 6, 2009 (First Printing)
• Print Length: 191 Pages (Full Color)
• Language: English
• Dimensions: Approximate 17.0 x 1.0 x 25.9 cm
• Collected Material: Icon (1993) limited series issues #1-8
• Condition: New Condition