Joseph Michael Linsner Bücher

Back in print, Joseph Michael Linsner is proud to present Lucifer's Halo -- the first Dawn graphic novel! Featuring 208 pages of glorious full-color painted art, Lucifer's Halo tells the post-apocalyptic tale of New York mercenary, Darrin Ashoka. After catching a glimpse of a mysterious redhead during a bloody battle in Times Square, his life is turned upside-down. Darrin's quest to find Dawn takes him to the heights of HEaven, the deepest pits of Hell, and everywhere in-between. Is is harder to fight angels, demons, or yourself?

"A young witch faces the murder of her best friend by "right-minded" conformists, leaving her torn between what she's been taught and what she feels. Her quest to find harmony puts her face-to-face with the forces of Heaven and Hell, and allows her to witness the return of the Goddess."--Page 4 of cover.

At last! Back in print for the first time in seven years, the Lucifer's Halo Supplemental Book features everything you ever wanted to know about the creation of Linsner's landmark graphic novel. Originally offered as part of a limited edition -- there were only 1,000 copies of this book -- now, all Linsner fans, new and old, can enjoy this behind-the-scenes peek at the artist at work.

At Christmas time, all dreams come true. What do vampires dream of? Blood, of course. Lots of it. Esque, the vampire, is no different, but in Santa's eyes he's been more naughty than nice. A lump of coal in his stocking is what Esque expects as he goes off into the cold city night to seek his holiday dinner. During his hunt on Christmas Eve, he encounters junkies, pedophiles, goth chicks, and the scariest of them all - holiday shoppers. Everyone's hustling for that last-minute score, and amidst the snow and carols, who knows what Esque might find?

From occult underground to superhero! This exploration reveals intriguing links between superheroes and the enchanted world of esoterica. Questions arise: Was Lex Luthor inspired by Aleister Crowley? Can Captain Marvel be connected to ancient Sun gods? Readers will uncover countless fascinating connections, such as DC Comics editor Julius Schwartz’s early career as H.P. Lovecraft's agent and the significant influence of Madame Blavatsky's Theosophy on comic book origins. The narrative traces the rise of comic superheroes, highlighting their relationship with cultural trends in the late 19th century, particularly the occult explosion in Western Europe and America. Four basic superhero archetypes are identified: the Messiah, the Golem, the Amazon, and the Brotherhood, illustrating how the early 20th-century occult Bohemian underground inspired modern comic book heroes. With the popularity of writers like Grant Morrison and Alan Moore, the vast ComiCon audience is ready for an introduction to esoteric mysteries. This book delves into chapters like Ancient of Days, Ascended Masters, and God and Gangsters, showcasing the profound connection between superheroes and the world of esoterica, from Prague's ghettos to Valhalla and the Fortress of Solitude.