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@Battlepig: I think you misunderstand a key point to my argument. I don't want EVERY book to be appropriate for young readers. But how about one or two out of the New 52? Just a couple. As for Batman, he has what, four books right now? Couldn't just one be appropriate for both adults and kids? There's plenty of books that aim specifically at older readers. I mean all of the main titles do. Why not consider a couple of books that would actually show a consideration for another audience, and audience that was really involved in comics when the business was actually doing well.

@swirlindervish: I'm with you, I'm a huge Batman guy. This week's Batman & Robin was fun but next week's Batman #1 should be really good so be sure to shoot for it. And do be afraid to dive into some of the back issues. It's not as hard to get into them as some say. Most recently read Scott Snyder's Detective Comics run that ended right before the New 52 relaunch. It's incredible. Also go even further back and read some classic Batman stories like "A Death in the Family", "Year One", and even "Hush".

It's a great time to get into comics but like I said, don't be afraid to go back and grab some of the great back issues to learn even more about these wonderful characters. There's so much history that's just fun to dive into.

And welcome to Comic Vine! Great to have you here.

@Adnan: Not much interest at all but that's mainly due to the publishers turning their backs on younger readers several years ago. Publishers made a conscience decision to strictly cater to older readers. It was a ridiculous move which is now evident by the industry's slumping sales figures.

@Timandm: Thanks for the comment. I think you're missing my point. I'm not saying comics need to be AIMED at a younger audience. I just think that so many books could be APPROPRIATE for kids by just excluding something as simple as a a few unneeded uses of profanity.

I started reading/enjoying comics when I was 9 yrs old. I found a bunch of my uncle's old comics in one of my grandmother's closet. This got me into comics and I started picking them up at our local grocery store. Now keep in mind, a lot of what I was getting was Sgt. Rock, Fantastic Four, Avengers, etc. They weren't necessarily aimed at kids but were appropriate for kids. Many, many times I didn't fully understand what I was reading but still found it to be really, really cool. Eventually this young reader became an old reader but it may not have happened if those books had the content of the current books. My mom wouldn't have got them for me.

So I don't want all comics to be aimed at kids. But I would love to see more appropriate for them.

@PikminMania: They sound really cool. I would be really curious as to their worth as well.

My uncle had left a bunch of older comics in my grandmother's closet. This was one of the first books I found and I remember as a 9 year old being in awe of the cover!

They're sound like wonderful finds. The biggest problem your friend may run into is authenticating them. Do they come with any kind of certificate of authenticity? The reason I ask is because autographs are notorious for forgeries. Not saying these are fake, but buyers and collectors would be extremely cautious before paying big bucks for them unless they were authenticated.

As for exact worth? I have no idea. But they sound really, really cool.

Hard copies by far. The only reason I would by digital is for old, old books that I could never afford but which I would love to read. Almost all of the digital books I've purchased (and there hasn't been many) fit this description. Now I do collect but I've found that digital doesn't offer the same experience as a print book. Digital also doesn't come across as art. I feels like I'm looking at some scan whereas a print book helps me appreciate the art much more.

I thought the Cap one looks a little messy.

@Battlepig: I completely respect your opinion but I disagree with some things, mainly that vulgarity and strong bloody violence is appropriate for all ages. But that's why each of us can raise our children how we see fit. Not saying you're wrong and I'm right. It's just I would never put a comic in my son's hand that fit featured those things. He's not completely sheltered. I let him enjoy a little blood and wild action that boy's love, but not to a large degree.