Collecting Marvels #0-4. Within the Marvel Universe, heroes soar high in: the skies, ready to battle the villains who threaten their world. Yet: living in the shadow of these extraordinary icons are ordinary men and: women who view the MARVELS with a mixture of fear, disbelief, envy and: admiration. Among them is Phil Sheldon, a New York City photojournalist wh: has dedicated his career to covering the exploits of the Marvels and their: effect on humankind. Written by Kurt Busiek and masterfully illustrated by: Alex Ross, Marvels presents a richly painted historical overview of the: entire Marvel Universe, spanning from the 1939 debut of the Human Torch to: the fearsome coming of the world-devouring Galactus and culminating in: the shocking death of Gwen Stacy, Spider-Mans first love