Rating: 
Summary: An Instant American Classic! A must read for Superman fans!
Review: Tim Sale and Jeph Loeb have produced one of the best Superman tales written in this decade. The book follows Superman's first year in Metropolis through the four seasons. The art is visually stunning and is reminiscence of Norman Rockwell. Loeb's writing is majestic and vividly portrays a humble, human reaction to the introduction of Superman. If you enjoyed Batman: The Long Halloween or want to read a moving, tale of true integrity definitely pick this up. You will not be dissapointed this is truly one of the best stories DC Comics has published in a long time.
Rating:
Summary: The Gold Standard in Superman Storytelling
Review: To quote Lois Lane (from chapter two of FOR ALL SEASONS,) "It's amazing for someone who makes a living using words, how often they can fail you." I'm not a professional writer, and I probably never will be, but I know what good writing is when I see it. I know the difference between poorly-written dialogue and a weak plot and an absolute GEM of a story.SUPERMAN: FOR ALL SEASONS goes well beyond the status of "absolute GEM of a story." The dialogue is human and believable, the overall plot holds up nicely, and the characters SHINE as complex individuals with thoughts, emotions, and histories, as opposed to the cardboard cut-outs that run rampant through the comics genre. Through the magic of Loeb's writing, Superman was modest to a fault, Lois was the sharp competitor to Clark, Luthor never seemed so menacing, and Clark's parents never seemed more loving and caring. Tim Sale's artwork is beautiful, especially with Bjarne Hansen's coloring. Maybe people complained that Superman seemed too big, or too fat, but nothing could be further from the truth. That's how big Superman should be, if only because Sale said so. :) If I could've written a review as eloquently and beautifully as Loeb wrote this book, you'd probably all buy it immediately. As it is, you're stuck with only my 110% backing of the book and you'll have to just take my word for it, and the words of the other people here who all read and loved this story. Buy it even if you've already read it in the store. It's worth owning.
Rating:
Summary: Magnificent
Review: When Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale come together, they create magic. Both creators have callaborated time and time again and every time they do so, the work becomes legendary in the comic book hallowed mythos. Though most of their work has been with the Batman character, this Superman story shines like nothing else. The poignant story showcases Supes in the four seasons of the year,with each one season narrated by one of the many supporting characters. The differing perespective is not only seen with the style of writing, but also the lettering, the coloring and the art. Superman's origin has always been very well established and has been revisited many many times. With this work, however, Loeb revisits Supes and makes us look at his upbringing through the years and how he established the values that makes him the man he is today. For the first time, we look at Supes during his teen years and feel the angst when his powers slowly start to come through. We fall in love when he does the same, and feel our heart break when his heart is broken. Loeb can be funny and he deals with that side of the character truthfully. It was after this rendition of Supes that Loeb was finally given the helm of the monthly Superman comic. When it comes to art, Tim Sale is the man you would want to feast your eyes on his work. His basic pencils and inks flourish even more when you look into how the way he draws human emotion. His work can be sexy, especially noticed with the introduction of one hot Lois Lane. No wonder Superman falls in love with her and eventually gets married to the woman. She really is a presence. Through it all, Superman for All Seasons is one heckuva good read. The hardcover format give it an even richer, more hansome feel to it. Loeb and Sale are the dream team. Working so well together that comic publishers just can't get enough of them. Which is a good thing, really. It leaves us readers feel great, truly enjoying the story and all its contents.
Rating:
Summary: Superman for All Seasons
Review: Whether you like Superman or not, I really think you'll enjoy this story. It is the best Superman story I've ever read. Jeph Loeb shines in this quaint, fun, and highly entertaining story of Superman in his early days. If you like the WB tv series Smallville, you'll definitely love this book, which the series is somewhat based upon. I've shared this book with several others and they all liked it. Do yourself a favor and PICK UP THIS BOOK! You won't be sorry!
Rating:
Summary: Superman for All Seasons
Review: Whether you like Superman or not, I really think you'll enjoy this story. It is the best Superman story I've ever read. Jeph Loeb shines in this quaint, fun, and highly entertaining story of Superman in his early days. If you like the WB tv series Smallville, you'll definitely love this book, which the series is somewhat based upon. I've shared this book with several others and they all liked it. Do yourself a favor and PICK UP THIS BOOK! You won't be sorry!
Rating:
Summary: A Superman for Non-Superman Fan or Superman: Year 1
Review: While I am not a tremendous fan of the man in blue, I was taken aback by this tale of how Superman first started out (through the eyes of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale). Unlike their earlier collaborations in the Batman mythos (The Long Halloween, Dark Victory) which further perpetuated the dark isolation of Dark Knight's dedicated vigil, this story actually gives Superman a sprawling landscape and a sense of humanity that was not normally found in the regular series. Loeb, now writing for one of Superman's regular titles, showed great care in handling a pop icon and allowing him to show his faults (awkwardness, naivete, even brooding). Loeb also gives the inklings of a little romance for the Man of Steel. Tim Sale's work fits Loeb's words like hand in glove as he exhibits an adaptive quality. The scenery is beautiful and the characters look friendlier versus the dark claustrophobic view of Gotham and the sinister scowls of the Batman cast. If you haven't read it, give this funny book a try. You might like it, even if you're not a Superman fan.
| 
