Books in An Origin Story series

Determined to fight for liberty and justice for all . . .All Steve Rogers ever wanted to do was to serve his country, but he was always too unhealthy. Then one lucky day Steve's dream came true: he was chosen to take part in Operation: Rebirth, a secret experiment that transformed Steve from frail and sickly into a powerful super soldier. Now, with his trusty shield at his side, Steve Rogers fights for liberty and justice for all as Captain America!

Struggling to control the monster within . . .Dr. Bruce Banner was always a quiet, shy boy who lost himself in science books. When he got older, Bruce became a scientist and went to work for the Army. But when an experiment went wrong, Bruce found himself caught in a blast of dangerous gamma radiation. Now, in times of stress or anxiety, Bruce Banner transforms into the rampaging, green-skinned, misunderstood monster known as the Incredible Hulk!

He is the best there is at what he does, but just who is the mystery man known as Wolverine? Learn the storied past of how sickly James Howlett learned to use his mutants gifts—claws made of bone that he could extend from his fists, and the ability to heal from almost any wound—to live for decades without growing old. See how he survived World Wars and amazing adventures, and learn about the top secret government experiment that covered his bones with adamantium, the hardest metal known to man. Then witness his transformation from tough loner to one of Professor Xavier’s most famous X-Men, and see how the unstoppable Wolverine inspires X-Men, mutants, and all of the heroes of the Marvel Universe to never give up and always fight the good fight!

Inventions are only as good as the men who make them.Billionaire inventor Tony Stark had always put himself first…until one fateful day when his inventions were used for evil. But when Tony tried to set things right, his inventions were turned against him. In order to survive, Tony built himself a high-tech suit of armor and promised to use this technology to help those in need as the Invincible Iron Man!

When the world is overwhelmed with Super Villains, time traveling conquerors, alien invaders, mythical beasts and robots bent on the total destruction of humanity . . . the Earth calls upon its Mightiest Heroes: THE MIGHTY AVENGERS! Be here to witness the origin of the team as Iron Man, Thor, the Hulk, Ant-Man, and the Wasp assemble into the ultimate force for good!

Sworn to protect a world that fears them . . . Professor Charles Xavier has always been different. Charles is a mutant, and possesses miraculous powers of mind control. But Charles has a dream for humans and mutants to live together in peace. And so he has formed the X-Men—an extraordinary band of men and women including Cyclops, Wolverine, and Storm—to fulfill his dream and rid the world of violence against man…or mutant.

Inventions are only as good as the men who make them.Billionaire inventor Tony Stark had always put himself first until one fateful day when his inventions were used for evil. But when Tony tried to set things right, his inventions were turned against him. In order to survive, Tony built himself a high-tech suit of armor and promised to use this technology to help those in need as the Invincible Iron Man!

What would it be like for a myth to walk among men?Thor, Prince of the mystical world of Asgard, is set to become King. But Thor is arrogant and impulsive. So to teach his son a lesson, Odin Allfather banishes Thor to Earth, where the God of Thunder will be forced to learn humility and compassion. Only there, among men, will Thor learn to be truly mighty!

After being chosen to take part in Operation: Rebirth, Steve Rogers was transformed from frail and sickly into a powerful Super-Soldier. Now, with his trusty shield at his side, Steve Rodgers fights for liberty and justice for all as Captain America, the First Avenger!This updated version of the Origin Storybook is timed to coincide with the release of the Captain America: The Winter Soldier film tie-in program.

Imagine being a prince that some would hail as a god. Imagine that you're the heir to your father's throne. Finally, imagine that you have unlimited power to control the elements at your fingertips. Thor Odinson doesn't need to imagine any of this. Thor will one day rule Asgard, but first he must prove himself worthy. He fights great battles, defends his kingdom and is a loyal friend. But Thor is arrogant, and this could cost him the right to wield the mighty hammer, Mjolnir, and to ascend to the throne. Can Thor learn humility before he loses his royal right to his jealous brother, Loki? This new edition of the classic tale of Thor has been completely re-illustrated and repackaged, with a bold cover that's bursting with color and action, and new artwork that is sure to attract young Super Hero fans, or anyone in search of a great story.