An occultist attempting to summon and imprison Death instead traps her younger brother Morpheus, the Sandman, who, after eventually escaping imprisonment, must regain his lost objects of power while on an arduous journey.
Sandman Series
Sandman is a cult comic series that follows Morpheus, the Lord of Dreams, and his interactions with humans and other supernatural beings. The story deals with themes of dreams, reality, and power, blending various genres and styles. Morpheus seeks to restore order in his kingdom while grappling with the consequences of his past decisions. It is a fascinating exploration of psychology and mythology.
Recommended Reading Order
The Sandman. Doll's House
- 232 pages
- 9 hours of reading
"Originally published in single magazine form as The Sandman 9-16"--T.p. verso.
The Sandman. Dream Country
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
An attempt to summon and imprison Death, results, instead, in the capture of Morpheus, the Sandman, who must regain the tools of his powers.
The Sandman is a series of award-winning graphic novels. It blends modern myth and dark fantasy, in which historical drama, contemporary fiction and legend are interwoven.
Take an apartment house, add in a drag queen, a lesbian couple, some talking animals, a talking severed head, a confused heroine and the deadly Cuckoo. Stir vigorously with a hurricane and Morpheus himself and you get this fifth installment of The Sandman series. This story stars Barbie, who now finds herself a princess in a vivid dreamworld
Báje & odlesky II
- 120 pages
- 5 hours of reading
V Bájích a odlescích se ponoříte do světa vládce snů prostřednictvím úžasných příběhů, ve kterých se životy zachraňují i ničí, ve kterých dojde na krásné sny i noční můry, krále i špehy, císaře i herce, havrany i vlkodlaky. Na historii i fikci, na lásku i temnotu. Na život i na smrt. Báje a odlesky u nás vycházejí ve dvou knihách. Toto je druhá z nich. Sandman Neila Gaimana je tou nejnápaditější a nejuhrančivější komiksovou sérií. Gaiman v ní vypráví pochmurné, ujeté a někdy i deprimující příběhy o náladových, smůlou potrefených bozích a chybujících lidech. Elegantně míchá svět moderních mýtů a temné fantasy. Se Sandmanem přicházejí příběhy, na které nikdy nezapomenete.
Báje & odlesky I
- 148 pages
- 6 hours of reading
V bájích a odlescích se ponoříte do světa vládce snů prostřednictvím devíti úžasných příběhů, ve kterých se životy zachraňují i ničí, ve kterých dojde na krásné sny i noční můry, krále i špehy, císaře i herce, havrany i vlkodlaky. Na historii i fikci, na lásku i temnotu. Na život i na smrt. Báje a odlesky u nás vycházejí ve dvou knihách. Toto je první z nich. Sandman Neila Gaimana je tou nejnápaditější a nejuhrančivější komiksovou sérií. Gaiman v ní vypráví pochmurné, ujeté a někdy i deprimující příběhy o náladových, smůlou potrefených bozích a chybujících lidech. Elegantně míchá svět moderních mýtu a temné fantasy. Se Sandmanem přicházejí příběhy, na které nikdy nezapomenete.
The Sandman: Brief Lives Volume 7
- 110 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Written by Neil Gaiman; Art by P. Craig Russell, Bryan Talbot, Shawn McManus, Jill Thompson and others The critically acclaimed THE SANDMAN: FABLES AND REFLECTIONS continues the fantastical epic of Morpheus, the King of Dreams, as he observes and interacts with an odd assortment of historical and fictional characters throughout time. Featuring tales of kings, explorers, spies, and werewolves, this book of myth and imagination delves into the dark dreams of Augustus Caesar, Marco Polo, Cain and Abel, Norton I, and Orpheus to illustrate the effects that these subconscious musings have had on the course of history and mankind
The Sandman: World's End
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
A "reality storm" draws an unusual cast of characters together. They take shelter in a tavern, where they amuse each other with their life stories. Although Morpheus is never a focus in these stories, each has something to say about the nature of stories and dreams. With an introduction by Stephen King. SUGGESTED FOR MATURE READERS. Collecting The Sandman #51–56
The angel Remiel pays a visit to Lucifer Morningstar to ask him a very important question. Meanwhile, Lyta Hall embarks on a journey that sends her through myths and legend, and Morpheus resurrects an old friend. "The Kindly Ones" part 4.
The Sandman. The wake
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
An attempt to summon and imprison Death, results, instead, in the capture of Morpheus, the Sandman, who must regain the tools of his powers.
Related books
Now in paperback the biggest names in fantasy and horror take on The Sandman.Neil Gaiman's The Sandman is the most successful adult comic of all time and the first ever to win a World Fantasy Award. Gaiman's moody, twisted tales made Morpheus, Lord of the Dreaming, an icon recognized across the globe. Now millions of new readers can appreciate Neil Gaiman's award-winning creation as interpreted by some of the most imaginative minds in modern literature and one of the most breathtaking assemblies of talent in publishing history:Clive Barker * Tad Williams * Barbara Hambly * Gene Wolfe * Nancy A. Collins * Tori Amos * Steven Brust and others
Sandman. Předehra
- 226 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Po pětadvaceti letech od vydání prvního sešitu se vrací zachmuřený hrdina v zbrusu novém příběhu! Příběhu, který předchází událostem první knihy a ve kterém musí Sandman zjistit, kdo zabil jeden z jeho aspektů... a taky zabránit konci vesmíru. A co horšího - musí se setkat se svými rodiči!
Written by Neil Gaiman; Art by Yoshitaka Amano Featuring striking painted artwork, this love story, set in ancient Japan, tells the story of a humble young monk and a magical, shape-changing fox who find themselves romantically drawn together. As their love blooms, the fox learns of a devilish plot by a group of demons to steal the monk's life. With the aid of Morpheus, the King of All Night's Dreamings, the fox must use all of her cunning and creative thinking to foil this evil scheme and save the man that she loves. This book also boasts an eight page section highlighting Yoshitaka Amano's amazing painted art.
