In the early 1960s, Marvel Comics introduced Spider-Man, a comic book superhero unlike any other. When in superhero mode, he had amazing powers like other heroes. In real life, however, he was a clumsy, geeky teenager! With this most original twist on the genre, creators Stan Lee and Steve Ditko wrote Spider-Man stories that have captivated millions of readers, right up to the present. In this book, popular DC Comics writer Paul Kupperberg relates the story behind the creation of Spider-Man and the reasons for the superhero's immense popularity. For those who want to know more about the Spider-Man legend, this book is the perfect starting point.