The Man of Steel revisits the 1970’s

The untold story of how Mr. Mxyzptlk used Superman’s own emotions against him is revealed in DC RETRO-ACTIVE: SUPERMAN-THE '70s. In this all-new story by Martin Pasko, Eduardo Barreto and Christian Duce, Superman learns the hard way that without rest, even he can start to slip up. Meanwhile from the 5th dimension, Mxyzptlk works his devious magic to manipulate Superman and turn him into his own worst enemy.

DC RETRO-ACTIVE: SUPERMAN – THE '70s also includes a classic story originally published in the ‘70s written by Cary Bates and featuring art by Curt Swan. This Wednesday, take a glimpse into Superman’s past.

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First look at the Covers for RETROACTIVE – THE ‘70s

Starting next month, the RETROACTIVE series of one-shots will each feature a new 26-page story followed by a classic story from its corresponding era by the same writer.

Below, check out the just-unveiled covers for all of the 1970’s books.

SM70

DC RETROACTIVE: SUPERMAN – THE ‘70s cover by Eduardo Barreto and Allen Passalaqua.

WW70

DC RETROACTIVE: WONDER WOMAN – THE ‘70s cover by J. Bone and Carrie Strachan.

GL70

DC RETROACTIVE: GREEN LANTERN – THE ‘70s cover by Mike Grell and Allen Passalaqu.

FL70

DC RETROACTIVE: THE FLASH – THE ‘70s cover by Benito Gallego, Sal Buscema, and Carrie Strachan.

JLA70

DC RETROACTIVE: JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA – THE ‘70s cover by Andy Smith, Ernie Chan, and Carlos Badilla.

BM70

DC RETROACTIVE: BATMAN – THE ‘70s cover by Tom Mandrake and Wes Hartman.

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