The Infinity Gauntlet by Jim StarlinMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
What can I say really? this is one of those classic Marvel stories.
To my chagrin it is also one which I have not previously read despite my love for comics and Marvel. In fairness it has actually been on my self for a while and finally decided it was time to read it.
If you have seen the movie story-line, it will come as no surprise that it varies a fair bit. The comic tale is deeper includes a myriad of characters not included in the movies (for legal reasons and those of brevity). I've always liked Adam Warlock as a character and was patiently waiting for his appearance but, I was left a little flat. I understand that the movies could not replicate his key role in the story in the way the comic did but, I felt they could have done more.
One of the key differences is one of Thanos' motives. I've always found it amusing that the true reason for the "snap" was one of love. In his desperation to woo lady Death he effectively kills half the universe. Less of the moral justification present in the movies.
If you want a timeless Marvel tale with a little more depth than the movies and a greater roster of characters then give this a read
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