The new Hawkman series is providing what some might call "fan service."
In other words, it's telling the kind of stories long-time fans have been dreaming of.
It's a series that promises to explain and/or clear up that hero's convoluted history. (Hoo boy, is it ever convoluted.)
At the same time it's providing touchstones to past series, including the original Golden Age character, the Silver Age "policeman from an alien planet" series, the Hawkworld reboot - and in this issue, we get a reunion with The Atom, who co-starred during a short run in the '60s when the two titles were merged.
Best of all, none of this is stopping Robert Venditti from writing a great story, as Hawkman tries to solve the mystery behind his origins.
The art by Bryan Hitch is, of course, amazing. It's loaded with energy of stunning vistas and powerful moments.
It's a terrific series that's accessible to new readers, but offers a real treat for long-time fans as it combines the best of the past with a bright promise for the future.
What a deal!
Grade: A
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