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The Sandman: Overture

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Comics & Graphic Novels Comics & Graphic Novels Fantasy Fiction Horror

by Neil Gaiman, J.H. Williams III, Dave Stewart, Todd Klein

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3.94 (53K ratings)
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description 224 pages

The Sandman: Overture by Neil Gaiman, J.H. Williams III, Dave Stewart, Todd Klein holds a well received rating of 3.94 out of 5, based on 53K reader ratings. First published in 2015. The book spans 224 pages.

About The Sandman: Overture

Twenty-five years since
The Sandman
first changed the landscape of modern comics, Neil Gaiman’s legendary series is back in a deluxe hardcover edition!The Sandman: Overture heralds New York Times best-selling writer Neil Gaiman’s return to the art form that made him famous, ably abetted by artistic luminary J.H. Williams III (Batwoman, Promethea), whose lush, widescreen images provide an epic scope to The Sandman’s origin story. From the birth of a galaxy to the moment that Morpheus is captured, The Sandman: Overture will feature cameo appearances by fan-favorite characters such as The Corinthian, Merv Pumpkinhead and, of course, the Dream King’s siblings: Death, Desire, Despair, Delirium, Destruction and Destiny.Collects: The Sandman: Overture 1-6

Detail Value
Author Neil Gaiman, J.H. Williams III, Dave Stewart, Todd Klein
Published 2015
Pages 224
Genres Comics & Graphic Novels, Comics & Graphic Novels, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror
Average Rating 3.94 / 5.00
Total Ratings 52,973

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.9
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53K ratings
With a rating of 3.94, The Sandman: Overture is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.21, it performs below the genre benchmark.

How It Compares

3.94
This Book
4.21
Fantasy Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Sandman: Overture?

The Sandman: Overture is categorized as Comics & Graphic Novels, Comics & Graphic Novels, Fantasy, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Sandman: Overture worth reading?

Based on 53K reader ratings, The Sandman: Overture has an average score of 3.94 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Sandman: Overture?

The Sandman: Overture has 224 pages.

Who wrote The Sandman: Overture?

The Sandman: Overture was written by Neil Gaiman, J.H. Williams III, Dave Stewart, Todd Klein. It was first published in 2015.

What is the ISBN for The Sandman: Overture?

The ISBN-13 for The Sandman: Overture is 9781401248960.0.

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