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The Amazing Spider-Man (1963-1998) #141-150
Spider-Man: Clone Genesis
The arrival of the mysterious criminal mastermind known as the Jackal sets into motion a series of events that takes Spider-Man on a journey of impossible hope, incredible despair, and ultimate danger! When Gwen Stacy miraculous reappears, very much alive, Peter Parker -the Amazing Spider-Man- wonders if he has finally gone mad. But there is more to her resurrection than meets the eye. Much more.
192 pages, Paperback
First published August 1, 1995
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Gerry Conway
2,060 books89 followersGerard Francis Conway (Gerard F. Conway) is an American writer of comic books and television shows. He is known for co-creating the Marvel Comics' vigilante the Punisher and scripting the death of the character Gwen Stacy during his long run on The Amazing Spider-Man. At DC Comics, he is known for co-creating the superhero Firestorm and others, and for writing the Justice League of America for eight years. Conway wrote the first major, modern-day intercompany crossover, Superman vs. the Amazing Spider-Man.
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August 13, 2025
3.5/5
It starts off great but by the last three issues it becomes a bit formulaic. Extremely entertaining and the art is absolutely wonderful.
It starts off great but by the last three issues it becomes a bit formulaic. Extremely entertaining and the art is absolutely wonderful.
November 10, 2015
This was "the good clone saga." These early bronze age stories lead into one of the most infamous Spiderman stories ever in the 90s: The Clone Saga.
First off, let me say this clone saga was good. We had art from Ross Andru, who I always liked. He was the guy that drew the first Punisher stories, and since I loved his stories I always had a soft spot for his art after that. We also had several villains show up: The Tarantula, The Scorpion, The Jackal and others. The identity of the Jackal was a big secret, and it was finally revealed in this storyline. Also, we got to see the clones of Gwen Stacy and Spiderman. The series did have a bit of an open ending, and as such really did make it easy to pick the story up later. However, in the 90s the story dragged forever and too many silly characters were introduced.
Anyway, this volume was good. If you hated the Clone Saga, don't hold it against this volume as it's better. If you loved the Clone Saga, then here's a chance to see how it all started. I like most of the Bronze Age Amazing Spiderman stories, and this one was no exception.
First off, let me say this clone saga was good. We had art from Ross Andru, who I always liked. He was the guy that drew the first Punisher stories, and since I loved his stories I always had a soft spot for his art after that. We also had several villains show up: The Tarantula, The Scorpion, The Jackal and others. The identity of the Jackal was a big secret, and it was finally revealed in this storyline. Also, we got to see the clones of Gwen Stacy and Spiderman. The series did have a bit of an open ending, and as such really did make it easy to pick the story up later. However, in the 90s the story dragged forever and too many silly characters were introduced.
Anyway, this volume was good. If you hated the Clone Saga, don't hold it against this volume as it's better. If you loved the Clone Saga, then here's a chance to see how it all started. I like most of the Bronze Age Amazing Spiderman stories, and this one was no exception.
May 9, 2021
SPIDER DUNE BUGGY? Bat envy much?
I'm annoyed by how much I DIDN'T hate this! I read most of the 90's Clone Saga abomination first and found it disappointing. So, it should come as no surprise that I began reading this with reasonably low expectations. My cynicism, while well founded, was short lived. This was actually quite good. Remarkably so. I despised Jackal in the clone saga disaster, he turned my stomach, but this time, not so much. I mean, his whole motivation for creating clones is a bit "out there," but this time I rather enjoyed disliking him.
I found this on a clearance rack and thought, "why the f@#$ not?" Now, having read this, I wish I'd read The Original Clone Saga ages ago.
I'm annoyed by how much I DIDN'T hate this! I read most of the 90's Clone Saga abomination first and found it disappointing. So, it should come as no surprise that I began reading this with reasonably low expectations. My cynicism, while well founded, was short lived. This was actually quite good. Remarkably so. I despised Jackal in the clone saga disaster, he turned my stomach, but this time, not so much. I mean, his whole motivation for creating clones is a bit "out there," but this time I rather enjoyed disliking him.
I found this on a clearance rack and thought, "why the f@#$ not?" Now, having read this, I wish I'd read The Original Clone Saga ages ago.
June 10, 2024
This review is for a slightly different collected edition, which includes issues #129 and #143-#150, and is not listed on Goodreads.
I just don't like this.
I had to do some research to understand why I don't like it and in the meantime I learned more about the ages of comic books in the US and, more specifically the Bronze Age. I tried to view it through the lens of that period, but I just can't digest it.
The artwork is fine, I actually enjoy it and I don't have a problem with the colors, the lettering and the page layout - but the story is too childish and too cringe for my taste. I also don't like the narrative device of the narrator speaking directly to us and the story having clear demarcation lines between issues - meaning that each chapter starts with 1-2 pages of recap from the previous issue.
As a fan of the Modern Age, of Frank Miller, Alan Moore and Neil Gaiman, I find it hard to get into comics from previous ages.
I just don't like this.
I had to do some research to understand why I don't like it and in the meantime I learned more about the ages of comic books in the US and, more specifically the Bronze Age. I tried to view it through the lens of that period, but I just can't digest it.
The artwork is fine, I actually enjoy it and I don't have a problem with the colors, the lettering and the page layout - but the story is too childish and too cringe for my taste. I also don't like the narrative device of the narrator speaking directly to us and the story having clear demarcation lines between issues - meaning that each chapter starts with 1-2 pages of recap from the previous issue.
As a fan of the Modern Age, of Frank Miller, Alan Moore and Neil Gaiman, I find it hard to get into comics from previous ages.
June 16, 2022
I won't even tell you the convoluted thought process that lead to me reading this. But I'm glad I did.
A solid plot thread weaved through several other stories. Great art and some spankingly good covers (I saw John Romita Sr's signature on several of them so it's hardly surprising).
I read this by reading individual issues on Marvel Unlimited, so I started at #139 and read through to #151 plus giant sized issue 5.
I could have stopped after the first few pages of 151 (when Peter disposes of the clone's (?) body) but I read to the end.
Was this storyline the last time we actually saw Peter Parker? Did Peter die and every story from this point onwards was a clone? I don't know. Has this been discussed elsewhere on the internet, I'm sure it has.
A solid plot thread weaved through several other stories. Great art and some spankingly good covers (I saw John Romita Sr's signature on several of them so it's hardly surprising).
I read this by reading individual issues on Marvel Unlimited, so I started at #139 and read through to #151 plus giant sized issue 5.
I could have stopped after the first few pages of 151 (when Peter disposes of the clone's (?) body) but I read to the end.
Was this storyline the last time we actually saw Peter Parker? Did Peter die and every story from this point onwards was a clone? I don't know. Has this been discussed elsewhere on the internet, I'm sure it has.
April 7, 2022
Collects Amazing Spider-Man (1963-1998) issues #141-151, and Giant-Size Spider-Man issue #5
This was a must-read for me because it features the first appearance of my favorite character, Ben Reilly. The original Clone story still holds up, and I appreciate the long-form story-telling method that they used with the Jackal.
SPOILERS:
Only a small portion of Issue #151 is featured in this collection - only the part where Peter disposes of his "dead" clone's body.
This was a must-read for me because it features the first appearance of my favorite character, Ben Reilly. The original Clone story still holds up, and I appreciate the long-form story-telling method that they used with the Jackal.
SPOILERS:
Only a small portion of Issue #151 is featured in this collection - only the part where Peter disposes of his "dead" clone's body.
September 24, 2019
The Origanel Clone Saga is actually really good!! Classic Marvel!!!
April 14, 2011
This is a trip down memory lane for me. I owned all of these comics when I was a kid, bought them all new at the ever-lovin' Eye of Agamotto in Ann Arbor when I was a boy. About a year into my comic book collecting, I'd say.
The book is a collection of Amazing Spider-Man comics from 1974-1975, and they are edited down, bits and pieces that may have distracted from the story that was being told in this collection. I know this because there were some things I recalled that weren't there, and it was also obvious in a couple of places. This was sold as a cheap alternative back in the 90's when Marvel had their head up their arse and brought back 'The Clone' from 20 years prior. What was even worse was caving to Fan Boy pressure and not following the story-line to its intended conclusion.
These stories may seem a tad corny by today's standards, and I guess they are at that. Still, one of the things about these comics I enjoyed as a kid was that the people that weren't in long underwear seemed real. I still think that to a certain degree. The battles and overall story line was still fun for me, still made me feel like a young teenage boy sprawled on the floor with comic books spread across the floor on a summer afternoon.
Not bad for a trade paper collection of old funny books, is it?
The book is a collection of Amazing Spider-Man comics from 1974-1975, and they are edited down, bits and pieces that may have distracted from the story that was being told in this collection. I know this because there were some things I recalled that weren't there, and it was also obvious in a couple of places. This was sold as a cheap alternative back in the 90's when Marvel had their head up their arse and brought back 'The Clone' from 20 years prior. What was even worse was caving to Fan Boy pressure and not following the story-line to its intended conclusion.
These stories may seem a tad corny by today's standards, and I guess they are at that. Still, one of the things about these comics I enjoyed as a kid was that the people that weren't in long underwear seemed real. I still think that to a certain degree. The battles and overall story line was still fun for me, still made me feel like a young teenage boy sprawled on the floor with comic books spread across the floor on a summer afternoon.
Not bad for a trade paper collection of old funny books, is it?
September 21, 2014
Gwen Stacy turns up again, just as Parker is starting a relationship with Mary Jane. One problem, Gwen has been dead for 2 years. The Jackal is also making Spidermans life difficult. This is a clever idea for a story, Gwen is a clone but everybody's reaction to her illustrates their character. The reason behind it is the usual, simple revenge, it would have been nice to be a bit less predictable. A good read.
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