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The Sandman Mystery Theatre Compendium 1 Paperback – May 2, 2023

by Matt Wagner (Author), Steven T. Seagle (Author), Guy Davis (Illustrator),
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 68 ratings
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In this noir collection, millionaire Wesley Dodds becomes the Sandman to fight injustice in 1930s New York City, going after kidnappers, blackmailers and predators who prey on rich socialites.

The year is 1938, and the world is holding its breath—mesmerized by the onrushing storm that will soon engulf it in fire and steel. In New York City, one man’s sleep is filled with tormenting visions of the evils that mankind visits upon itself, compelling him to act. And so, by night, Wesley Dodds lays aside the trappings of his inherited wealth to roam the shadows as the Sandman, armed with a tranquilizing gas gun and driven by an unrelenting sense of justice. 

Haunted and obsessed, the Sandman moves through a decadent, post-Depression landscape, stalking the predators who hide themselves beneath society’s callous indifference to the weak and vulnerable. No one sees him at his work until he chooses to reveal himself—no one, that is, except the woman who is destined to be the light to his darkness.

This compendium collects Sandman Mystery Theatre #1-26 (1993-1996) and Sandman Mystery Theatre Annual (1994).
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    Dc Comics
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    May 2, 2023
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    6.64 x 1.47 x 10.17 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1779521537
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1779521538
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About the Author

Matt Wagner has enjoyed a career in comics for nearly twenty years. His first published work—a short story that introduced one of comicdom's most respected creator-owned characters-the mastermind assassin, Grendel—was for the fledgling '80s company, Comico. Best known for this epic creation and his other, more personal allegory, Mage, Matt has also worked on a variety of established characters. These include his ground-breaking work on Batman villain, Two-Face, in the graphic novel, BATMAN: FACES, as well as a five-year stint developing and generating the stories for the fan-favorite Vertigo title, SANDMAN MYSTERY THEATER.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dc Comics; First Edition (May 2, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 981 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1779521537
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1779521538
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.52 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.64 x 1.47 x 10.17 inches
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    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 68 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Carol M D
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book spy story
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2024
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A Thornne
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2023
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One of the gems from the 90s Vertigo golden age. Great pulp, detective stories set in the super hero genre of the DC universe.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing comic
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2023
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Such a fun read. Was really happy with this book. But I will say it has nothing to really do with gaimans sandman. But you should read this book it’s great.
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5.0 out of 5 stars One if the best runs ever!
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2023
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Vertigo/DC at it’s best!
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Lanier Burton
5.0 out of 5 stars Enter The Sandman
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2023
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As to be expected when DC pulls from their back catalog they present a Diamond in the rough. Sandman Mystery Theatre is a true NOIR film series in the form of a comic, it’s world , cast of characters, pitch perfect dialogue and illustration convey a sense of intrigue with each turn of the page. I cannot highly recommend this collection enough! On a technical front it’s binding is pretty good, it is a soft cover book so handle with care of course.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Solid softcover offering
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2023
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High quality color, printing and binding make this a solid soft cover purchase.

For larger edition books I’m often hesitant for something Dr color because of binding issues. It’s got quality binding and looks like it will comfortably survive multiple readings.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great bargain!
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Great series collection!
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5.0 out of 5 stars good
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2023
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Dante
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent stories
Reviewed in Canada on April 5, 2024
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excellent stories hope they make another one
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AncBedran
5.0 out of 5 stars Very special - First Quality Graphic novels
Reviewed in Brazil on September 13, 2023
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Astonishing. You will miss the character and the histories once you finish reading. We are all waiting for “Compendium Two”: I assume DC Black Label won’t disappoint us. There were only 70 issues of this wonderful work. A very dense and well written noir detective style. Highly recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very special - First Quality Graphic novels
Reviewed in Brazil on September 13, 2023
Astonishing. You will miss the character and the histories once you finish reading. We are all waiting for “Compendium Two”: I assume DC Black Label won’t disappoint us. There were only 70 issues of this wonderful work. A very dense and well written noir detective style. Highly recommended.
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Virgilio Francsico Sotillos Conesa
5.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good
Reviewed in Spain on May 25, 2023
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Nice paperback edition with about half of Sandman Mystery Theatre in a lovely tome. Second half is coming pretty soon, Matt Wagner has already made the illustrations for Patton Oswalt's foreword for Compendium Two.
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Anthony Bird
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best series of all time
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 20, 2023
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I’m late to the party when it comes to the vast catalogue from Vertigo. And my only encounters with this particular Sandman were a few appearances in JLA/JSA stories and a few cameos in a similarly titled series.

It’s a true noir classic and a real blending of medium and subject matter.

There had better be a volume two…soon.
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JOHN A. KENNEDY
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in Canada on December 12, 2023
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