A comiXologist Recommends (a new Swamp Thang book with the best possible creative team)
Like the character he once co-created, Len Wein (Swamp Thing (1972) and Justice League of America (1960-1987)) is returning to the mucky, murky swamps to breath new life into Swamp Thing. This is Wein’s first time writing the character in nearly forty years. Without giving anything away, the issue serves as a great starting point to introduce and re-introduce readers to the character while also starting him on his newest adventure.
The team of Wein and Kelley Jones (Batman (1940-2011) and The Sandman) give the book a nostalgic,
evocative feel. These two creators make it feel like I have been to these
swamps before. The descriptive nature of Wein’s narration adds a level to
the art that I haven’t experience in a long time from a comic book. As an
example: “The mournful moan of the rusting midnight fright train…”
These vivid details enhance the surroundings inhabited by Swamp Thing, and only
deepen the world painted by Jones. Jones, who is no stranger to Swamp Thing
either (Batman (1940-2011) #521,) adds his own layer
of darkness and beauty to the story.
As I mentioned previously, this is a great starting point for fans old and new, so there is no reason to not give this creature a shot!
Chris Zenyuch is a Production Supervisor, in charge of overseeing file quality and book activations. In his spare time, he enjoys working on secret bio-restorative formulas, falling into the muck-filled swamps, and generally keeping a House of Secrets.