Omnibus 1
The Sandman: The Deluxe Edition Book One
The first volume of The Sandman is collected for the first time in a deluxe edition!
As the story begins, an occultist attempting to capture Death to bargain for eternal life traps her younger brother Dream instead. After his 70-year imprisonment and eventual escape, Dream, also known as Morpheus, goes on a quest for his lost objects of power. On his arduous journey, Morpheus encounters Lucifer, John Constantine, and an all-powerful madman. Collects The Sandman #1-16 and Sandman Midnight Theatre #1, featuring the one and only meeting of Morpheus and Wesley Dodds, the Golden Age Sandman.
Omnibus 2
The Sandman: The Deluxe Edition Book Two
This second book newly collecting Neil Gaiman's genre-defining series as a Deluxe Edition features bonus content and a new cover! Collects the first two paperback volumes of the acclaimed and enduring Sandman saga, "Fear of Falling" from Vertigo Preview #1, The Sandman #17-31, The Sandman Special #1, and the Vertigo: Winter's Edge stories "Flowers of Romance," "A Winter's Tale," and "How They Met Themselves."
Omnibus 3
The Sandman: The Deluxe Edition Book Three
This volume picks up where the last left off in Morpheus's ongoing saga as he travels through the Dreaming, From the "Game of You" stories where cracks are forming between the world of the waking and the Dreaming, to "Brief Lives," where we follow the youngest of the Endless -Delirium-in her quest to find their long -lost brother, Destruction. Lose yourself in Gaiman's fantastic worlds and continue the fantasy here, with The Sandman: The Deluxe Edition Book Three. Collects The Sandman issues #32-50, the equivalent of the paperback edition books #5-7.
Omnibus 4
The Sandman: The Deluxe Edition Book Four
One of the most popular and critically acclaimed graphic novels of all time, Neil Gaiman's award-winning masterpiece The Sandman set the standard for mature, lyrical fantasy in the modern comics era. This penultimate volume collects The Sandman #51-69 and a story from Vertigo Jam #1.
Omnibus 5
The Sandman: The Deluxe Edition Book Five
Get lost in the mystical art and stories of the Sandman. Both from the original collection of tales and from the adapted prose mini-series! The Sandman: The Deluxe Edition Book Five is a collection unlike anything else. Containing the story that forever changed the face of the Dreaming—a wake in which all mourn their loss. And a humble young monk and a magical, shape-changing fox who are romantically drawn together. Find stories like these and more in this incredible deluxe edition containing The Sandman #70-75, The Sandman: The Dream Hunters #1-4, Sandman: Endless Nights {New Edition}, Sandman: Dream Hunters 30th Anniversary Edition (Prose Version), and Dust Covers: The Collected Sandman Covers.
Omnibus 6
The Sandman Book One
As the story begins, an occultist attempting to capture Death to bargain for eternal life traps her younger brother Dream instead. After his 70-year imprisonment and eventual escape, Dream, also known as Morpheus, goes on a quest for his lost objects of power. On his arduous journey, Morpheus encounters Lucifer, John Constantine, and an all-powerful madman. Book One collects The Sandman #1-20.
Omnibus 7
The Sandman Book Two
Ten thousand years ago, Morpheus condemned a woman who loved him to Hell. Now the other members of his immortal family, the Endless, have convinced the Dream King that this was an injustice. To make it right, Morpheus must return to Hell to rescue his banished love-and Hell's ruler, the fallen angel Lucifer, has already sworn to destroy him. Neil Gaiman's epic continues in The Sandman Book Two, collecting issues #21-37, The Sandman Special #1, and stories from Vertigo: Winter's Edge #1-3.
Omnibus 8
The Sandman Book Three
Centuries ago, one of the Endless gave up his duties and left his realm, never to be seen again. Now on a mission to find their missing sibling, Delirium and Dream encounter immortal humans and various deities as they try to locate the prodigal Destruction. But as their adventure draws Dream into a final, tragic confrontation with his son Orpheus, the eternal being learns the true meaning of fate and consequences. Neil Gaiman's epic continues in The Sandman Book Three, collecting issues #38-56 and a story from Vertigo Preview #1.
Omnibus 9
The Sandman Book Four
In the climactic final volume, Dream becomes the target of The Furies-unstoppable agents of vengeance. Dark forces are at work, and what they set in motion will demand a sacrifice greater than any the Dreaming has yet known. The thrilling conclusion of the Sandman weaves together threads and pieces building since the beginning of the series, collecting issues #57-75 and stories from Vertigo Jam and Dust Covers.
Omnibus 10
The Sandman Book Five
This supplemental volume delves deeper into the lives of Morpheus and his kin, featuring the iconic meeting between Neil Gaiman's Sandman and the Golden Age Sandman, Wesley Dodds; a tale set in feudal Japan illustrated by acclaimed artist Yoshitaka Amano; and spotlight stories on each member of the Endless drawn by P. Craig Russell, Frank Quitely, Glenn Fabry, and others. Book Five collects Sandman Midnight Theatre #1, the prose edition of The Sandman: The Dream Hunters, and The Sandman: Endless Nights.
Omnibus 11
The Sandman Book Six
From the imagination of New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman comes this final volume of stories that find him revisiting Morpheus, the Endless, the realm of the Dreaming, and beyond. In the Hugo Award-winning prequel series The Sandman: Overture, illustrated by J.H. Williams III, Gaiman returns to the Sandman Universe after a 17-year break to spin a tale in which Morpheus must save the universe from a rogue star. The comic book version of The Sandman: The Dream Hunters adapts the Dream Hunters prose novel into a lush four-part miniseries drawn by P. Craig Russell. And in The Sandman Universe, plotted by Gaiman, writers Simon Spurrier, Kat Howard, Nalo Hopkinson, and Dan Watters expand upon the characters and worlds Gaiman created for a new generation of readers. The Sandman Book Six is the perfect bookend for Sandman completists and fans of modern fantasy. Collecting The Sandman Universe #1, The Sandman: Overature #1-6, and The Sandman: The Dream Hunters #1-4
Omnibus 12
Sandman: Dream Hunters 30th Anniversary Edition (Prose Version)
Set in ancient Japan, this lyrical tale follows the ill-fated romance between a humble young monk and a magical, shape-changing she-fox. When the fox stumbles upon a band of demons discussing a plot to steal the monk's life through a dream trap, it will take all the fox's craftiness-and the intervention of Morpheus-to save him. Combining prose with stunning full-page paintings, THE DREAM HUNTERS also showcases Amano's art with an eight-page gatefold bringing an ethereal beauty to Morpheus and other classic SANDMAN characters.
Omnibus 13
Sandman: Dream Hunters 30th Anniversary Edition (P. Craig Russell)
The four-issue comics adaptation of Neil Gaiman's original prose novella features spectacular artwork by Gaiman's frequent collaborator P. Craig Russell. A humble young monk and a magical, shape-changing fox find themselves romantically drawn together. As their love blooms, the fox learns of a devilish plot by a group of demons and a Japanese emperor to steal the monk's life. With the aid of Morpheus, the fox must use all of her cunning and creative thinking to foil this evil scheme and save the man she loves.
Omnibus 14
The Sandman: Overture 30th Anniversary Edition
From the birth of a galaxy to the moment that Morpheus is captured, THE SANDMAN: OVERTURE features cameo appearances by fan-favorite characters such as the Corinthian, Merv Pumpkinhead and, of course, the Dream King's siblings: Death, Desire, Despair, Delirium, Destruction and Destiny. This volume collects THE SANDMAN: OVERTURE #1-6, plus bonus material.
Volume 1
Sandman Vol. 1: Preludes & Nocturnes 30th Anniversary Edition
Neil Gaiman's seminal series, THE SANDMAN, celebrates its 30th anniversary with an all-new edition of THE SANDMAN VOL. 1: PRELUDES & NOCTURNES! New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman's transcendent series THE SANDMAN is often hailed as the definitive Vertigo title and one of the finest achievements in graphic storytelling. Gaiman created an unforgettable tale of the forces that exist beyond life and death by weaving ancient mythology, folklore and fairy tales with his own distinct narrative vision. In PRELUDES & NOCTURNES, an occultist attempting to capture Death to bargain for eternal life traps her younger brother Dream instead. After his 70 year imprisonment and eventual escape, Dream, also known as Morpheus, goes on a quest for his lost objects of power. On his arduous journey Morpheus encounters Lucifer, John Constantine, and an all-powerful madman. This book also includes the story "The Sound of Her Wings," which introduces us to the pragmatic and perky goth girl Death. Collects THE SANDMAN #1-8.
Volume 2
Sandman Vol. 2: The Doll's House 30th Anniversary Edition
The second installment of Neil Gaiman's seminal series, THE SANDMAN VOL. 2: THE DOLL'S HOUSE, celebrates its 30th anniversary with all all-new edition! New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman's transcendent series SANDMAN is often hailed as the definitive Vertigo title and one of the finest achievements in graphic storytelling. Gaiman created an unforgettable tale of the forces that exist beyond life and death by weaving ancient mythology, folklore and fairy tales with his own distinct narrative vision. During Morpheus's incarceration, three dreams escaped the Dreaming and are now loose in the waking world. At the same time, a young woman named Rose Walker is searching for her little brother. As their stories converge, a vortex is discovered that could destroy all dreamers, and the world itself. Collects THE SANDMAN #9-16.
Volume 3
Sandman Vol. 3: Dream Country 30th Anniversary Edition
“The greatest epic in the history of comic books.” —The Los Angeles Times Magazine “Clever, witty and beautifully rounded off.” —Time Out “A good introduction to a spellbinding series.” —The Sunday Times From the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Author Neil Gaiman One of the most popular and critically acclaimed graphic novels of all time, Neil Gaiman’s award-winning masterpiece The Sandman set the standard for mature, lyrical fantasy in the modern comics era. Illustrated by an exemplary selection of the medium’s most gifted artists, the series is a rich blend of modern and ancient mythology in which contemporary fiction, historical drama, and legend are seamlessly interwoven. Four unique episodes form the tapestry of Dream Country: “Calliope,” “A Dream of a Thousand Cats,” “Façade,” and the acclaimed “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”—the only comic book story ever to win the World Fantasy Award for Best Short Fiction. Also included is Gaiman’s original script for “Calliope,” with annotations from both the writer and the artist. Collects The Sandman #17-20.
Volume 4
Sandman Vol. 4 - 30th Anniversary Edition
The fourth installment of Neil Gaiman's seminal series, THE SANDMAN VOL. 4: SEASON OF MISTS, celebrates its 30th anniversary with all all-new edition! Ten thousand years ago, Morpheus condemned a woman who loved him to Hell. Now the other members of his immortal family, The Endless, have convinced the Dream King that this was an injustice. To make it right, Morpheus must return to Hell to rescue his banished love -- and Hell's ruler, the fallen angel Lucifer, has already sworn to destroy him. Collects THE SANDMAN #21-28.
Volume 5
Sandman Vol. 5: A Game of You - 30th Anniversary New Edition
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 first makes an appearance in The Doll's House and now finds herself a princess in a vivid dreamworld. Collects THE SANDMAN #32-37, with a new cover by Dave McKean and an introduction by Paul Dini!
Volume 6
Sandman Vol. 6: Fables & Reflections - 30th Anniversary New Edition
A new edition of this title collecting issues #29-31, 38-50, THE SANDMAN SPECIAL #1, and a story from VERTIGO PREVIEW #1, in which Morpheus delves into the dreams of Augustus Caesar, Cain and Abel, Marco Polo, Orpheus, and more. This special 30th anniversary edition includes a new cover by Dave McKean!
Volume 7
Sandman Vol. 7: Brief Lives - 30th Anniversary New Edition
Centuries ago, one of the Endless gave up his duties and left his realm, never to be seen again. Now on a mission to find their missing sibling, Delirium and Dream encounter immortal humans and various deities as they try to locate the prodigal Destruction. But as their adventure draws Dream into a final, tragic confrontation with his son Orpheus, the eternal being learns the true meaning of fate and consequences. This collection of THE SANDMAN #41-49 features a new cover by Dave McKean.
Volume 8
Sandman Vol. 8: World's End - 30th Anniversary New Edition
Improbably caught in a June blizzard, two wayward souls stumble upon a mysterious inn and learn that they are in the middle of a "reality storm." Now surrounded by a menagerie of people and creatures from different times and realities, the two stranded travelers are entertained by mesmerizing myths of infamous sea creatures, dreaming cities, ancient kings, astonishing funeral rituals and moralistic hangmen. Collects The Sandman #51-56. Includes a new introduction by horror novelist Joe Hill.
Volume 9
Sandman Vol. 9: The Kindly Ones - 30th Anniversary Edition
In the longest-ever SANDMAN story, Morpheus becomes the prey of the Furies—avenging spirits who torment those who spill family blood. A journey both begins and ends for the Lord of Dreams as threads and pieces building since the beginning of the series finally come together in a thrilling climax that forever changes the world of The Sandman.
Volume 10
Sandman Vol. 10: The Wake - 30th Anniversary Edition
In the final SANDMAN tales from issues #70-75 of the acclaimed series, Morpheus makes the ultimate decision between change and death. As one journey for the Endless ends, another begins for the Lord of Dreams and his family. It's a wake in which friends and loved ones, relatives and rivals, fleeting lovers and immortal enemies gather to pay their respects and to mourn their loss.
Volume 11
Sandman Vol. 11: Endless Nights - 30th Anniversary Edition
The classic short story collection by Neil Gaiman and a host of renowned artists is back! Alternately haunting, bittersweet, erotic and nightmarish, the seven stories in this book-one for each of the Endless siblings, each illustrated by a different artist-reveal strange secrets and surprising truths about the Endless.
Issue 1
The Sandman (1988-1996) #1
The first issue of the first volume of Neil Gaiman's horror/fantasy epic! An occultist accidentally traps Morpheus, the embodiment of Dreams, and holds him for 70 years. Finally free, Morpheus seeks his lost objects of power and rediscovers his place in the universe.
Issue 2
The Sandman (1988-1996) #2
Morpheus, King of Dreams, gets reacquainted with his home realm of the Dreaming and the colorful characters who populate it including Cain, Abel and Lucien, the librarian. He also discovers how much his absence has affected the universe in the time since he was imprisoned.
Issue 3
The Sandman (1988-1996) #3
John Constantine (HELLBLAZER) guest-stars and helps Morpheus track a pouch of powerful sand that's found its way into the possession of a drug addict. But what horrific metamorphosis has the sand caused in the woman?
Issue 4
The Sandman (1988-1996) #4
Still tracking his objects of power, Morpheus travels to Hell itself in search of his helmet. It seems it's fallen into the hands of a higher demon, and there's a realm of devils standing between Morpheus and his property...
Issue 5
The Sandman (1988-1996) #5
Dr. Destiny escapes the twisted halls of Arkham Asylum with his eyes set on recovering the ruby he's used time and again to fight the JLA. Little does he know, the ruby ACTUALLY belongs to Morpheus, and the two are set on a collision course. Guest-starring Mister Miracle and Martian Manhunter.
Issue 6
The Sandman (1988-1996) #6
Over the course of 24 horrific hours, Dr. Destiny unleashes impossibly dark terror on six unsuspecting people in a small-town diner. Armed with Morpheus' Dreamstone, Destiny can rearrange time and space and does so to dreadful ends in this eerie, nearly stand-alone issue.
Issue 7
The Sandman (1988-1996) #7
Morpheus finally faces off with Dr. Destiny for the final piece of the Dream King's objects of power—the Dreamstone! Warring across the landscape of The Dreaming, the two beings wage psychological war with the fate of the universe hanging in the balance!
Issue 8
The Sandman (1988-1996) #8
Spend a day with Dream as he catches up with his younger sister, Death, in search of inspiration. When the King of Dreams is depressed, can even a pep talk from Death set him on the right path?
Issue 9
The Sandman (1988-1996) #9
During Morpheus's incarceration, three dreams escaped his realm and are now loose in the waking world. At the same time, a young woman named Rose Walker searches for her little brother. As their stories converge, a vortex is discovered that could destroy all dreamers...and the world itself.
Issue 10
The Sandman (1988-1996) #10
Meet Desire and Despair, two of Dream's sisters who may or may not have had something to do with the tragedy that befell his former lover. This issue also introduces Rose Walker, a young woman tormented by bizarre dreams. Meanwhile, Morpheus makes plans to capture three dangerous, escaped dreams.
Issue 11
The Sandman (1988-1996) #11
The search for her brother leads Rose to Florida, where she moves into a house filled with odd residents. Meanwhile, two of the escaped dreams reveal a bizarre connection to Jed, Rose's brother, while the third dream continues their murder spree—and collects disturbing mementos from their victims.
Issue 12
The Sandman (1988-1996) #12
The chilling secret behind two of the escaped dreams is revealed, and it's connected to a pair of lost DCU Super Heroes! Meanwhile, Jed escapes imprisonment, but lands in the hands of the third, murderous escaped dream! Can Rose find him in time to save his life?
Issue 13
The Sandman (1988-1996) #13
In a stand-alone story spanning centuries, Morpheus grants an ordinary man named Hob Gadling a gift allowing him to cheat death. Over the many years, Morpheus revisits Hob to see how a human would deal with unlimited life—for better or worse. But both Hob and Morpheus learn surprising lessons...
Issue 14
The Sandman (1988-1996) #14
You're cordially invited to a convention unlike any other. Where murder and chaos are praised and the depraved urges of psychos are openly celebrated. At this convention of serial killers, the only admission is your life. Hopefully accidental attendee Rose Walker can make it out alive.
Issue 15
The Sandman (1988-1996) #15
Explore the vibrant dreams of Rose Walker's peculiar roommates in this mind-bending issue that explains exactly why Rose has been intertwined with the Dream King's newest adventure.
Issue 16
The Sandman (1988-1996) #16
In this dramatic conclusion of 'A Doll's House,' Rose faces Morpheus and discovers her delicate place in the cosmos. If she wakes, she could destroy everything. But if she remains in the dream realm, she'll cease to exist.
Issue 17
The Sandman (1988-1996) #17
A demented writer purchases a muse named Calliope and keeps her locked up to exploit her idea-generating abilities. Unfortunately for the writer, Calliope also happens to be a close friend of Morpheus. And the Dream King doesn't take kindly to kidnappers...
Issue 18
The Sandman (1988-1996) #18
Literally visit the realm cats transcend to when they dream—and learn why you should be worried—in this stand-alone issue titled 'A Dream of a Thousand Cats'!
Issue 19
The Sandman (1988-1996) #19
In this World Fantasy Award-winning stand-alone story featuring art by Charles Vess, visit a traveling troupe of actors led by William Shakespeare as they unveil a new production called A Midsummer Night's Dream for a very peculiar audience...
Issue 20
The Sandman (1988-1996) #20
The Dream King relinquishes center stage to his sister Death for a stand-alone issue, as she visits a long-forgotten, cult-favorite DCU character called Element Girl. Check in with the former hero as she deals with the devastating reality of her tragic existence...
Issue 21
The Sandman (1988-1996) #21
In this prologue issue to the acclaimed 'Season of Mists' storyline, Destiny learns of drastic changes on the horizon within existence and calls a meeting of his family, the Endless. But the gathering turns ugly, setting the stage for a tumultuous road ahead for the eternal family.
Issue 22
The Sandman (1988-1996) #22
Two years ago, Morpheus embarrassed Lucifer in front of the Morningstar's subjects and he swore vengeance on the Dream King. Now, in chapter 1 of the acclaimed 'Season of Mists,' Morpheus prepares for his return to Hell...on a mission to free a former lover he banished there thousands of years ago.
Issue 23
The Sandman (1988-1996) #23
The last thing Morpheus expects upon his return to Hell is an open gate and a vacant kingdom. And yet, that's exactly what he finds as Lucifer explains he's decided to give up the kingdom of the damned and hands over the keys to the Dream King. But is this a gift—or a curse?
Issue 24
The Sandman (1988-1996) #24
Returning home to his realm of The Dreaming with the Key to Hell in his possession, Morpheus finds himself approached by gods, deities and entities from across the whole of existence, all of whom hope to lay their hands on the former realm of the damned for one purpose or another...
Issue 25
The Sandman (1988-1996) #25
With Hell now closed for business, the dead are rising all over the world, and this stand-alone issue focuses on one boy's lone fight against a boarding school full of evil spirits. Features art by fan-favorite illustrator Matt Wagner (Grendel)!
Issue 26
The Sandman (1988-1996) #26
Morpheus meets with the visitors who have come to claim the key to Hell. Some threaten his existence, some offer trade, and others hope to bribe the Dream King with items and information he's been searching for. But who can bear the responsibility?
Issue 27
The Sandman (1988-1996) #27
In this penultimate issue of the 'Season of Mists' storyline, the decision concerning Hell's new ownership falls to an unlikely heir while Morpheus attends to an unruly guest in his realm.
Issue 28
The Sandman (1988-1996) #28
The "Season of Mists" finale circles back around to what kick-started the acclaimed story in the first place: Morpheus's lost love, whom he vanquished to Hell long ago. As the rest of the players slink back to their roles in the universe, all remain changed—but none more so than Hell's new rulers.
Issue 29
The Sandman (1988-1996) #29
Venture back to the French Revolution as Lady Johanna Constantine finds herself embroiled in a plot to smuggle a very odd and valuable item of specific interest to Morpheus—a human head!
Issue 30
The Sandman (1988-1996) #30
Bryan Talbot provides guest art on this stand-alone story starring a Roman Emperor who heavily disguises himself in order to spend a day, unnoticed, among his people. Through discussion with a servant, the Emperor reveals a stirring connection he shared with Morpheus, the Dream King.
Issue 31
The Sandman (1988-1996) #31
Morpheus, the Dream King, joins his sisters in contest in this stand-alone tale revolving around the quirky life of America's first—and only—emperor.
Issue 32
The Sandman (1988-1996) #32
The lead characters from the 'Doll's House' storyline return for an all-new adventure exploring complex gender issues in part 1 of 'A Game of You.' What mysterious creature has ventured from a land far away—and for which surprising character is it in search?
Issue 33
The Sandman (1988-1996) #33
Barbie returns to The Land, a place she has not visited in her dreams since readers first encountered her in 'The Doll's House.' Meanwhile, back in the real world, an evil being unleashes the nightmares of Barbie's friends and neighbors.
Issue 34
The Sandman (1988-1996) #34
In part 3 of 'A Game of You,' Barbie's life is far from dreamy as two realities vie for her attention. Plus, more is revealed about Thessaly, Barbie's seemingly quiet and bookish young neighbor.
Issue 35
The Sandman (1988-1996) #35
Barbie finds herself far from home and wandering alone through The Land, finally encountering the enemy she's been waiting for—the Cuckoo. Part 4 of 6.
Issue 36
The Sandman (1988-1996) #36
Thessaly, Hazel and Foxglove enter The Land for a terrifying showdown with the Cuckoo! Meanwhile, a magic-induced high wind in Manhattan threatens Barbie's physical body in 'A Game of You' part 5 of 6.
Issue 37
The Sandman (1988-1996) #37
In the conclusion of 'A Game of You,' Morpheus decides the final destiny of The Land and is determined to decide who among Barbie, Hazel, Foxglove, Wanda and the Cuckoo will live—and who will die.
Issue 38
The Sandman (1988-1996) #38
A grandfather recounts a tale of courage and adventure to his granddaughter featuring Morpheus, Lucien and The Dreaming! But what he reveals at the end of the tale is the real shocker!
Issue 39
The Sandman (1988-1996) #39
A young man becomes lost in The Dreaming and discovers wondrous knowledge in this single-issue story—if only he could remember it when he wakes...
Issue 40
The Sandman (1988-1996) #40
Revisit Lyta Hall and her gifted child Daniel in this issue illustrated by Jill Thompson and set in The Dreaming! When Daniel somehow crosses into the dream realm, he encounters familiar faces—and learns secrets no other human knows...
Issue 41
The Sandman (1988-1996) #41
Brief Lives' begins as The Sandman's sister Delirium of The Endless sets out to find their long-lost brother, Destruction. But not all of The Endless want their prodigal brother to be found...
Issue 42
The Sandman (1988-1996) #42
Brief Lives' continues as Delirium of The Endless enlists her brother The Sandman in her quest to find their long-lost brother, Destruction. And much to the surprise of Morpheus's servants, their master agrees to walk the waking world in search of their prodigal sibling.
Issue 43
The Sandman (1988-1996) #43
The Sandman and his sister Delirium are walking the waking world in search of their long-lost brother Destruction. They've made contacts and arranged transportation—and, thanks to Delirium, they have frogs to spare—but their presence in the waking world is beginning to cause some strange behavior in those they meet.
Issue 44
The Sandman (1988-1996) #44
Dream and Delirium carry on the search for their missing brother Destruction. Featuring an appearance by the Sandman villain known as the Corinthian. The critically acclaimed series by British scribe Neil Gaiman continues in 'Brief Lives' Part 4.
Issue 45
The Sandman (1988-1996) #45
Brief Lives' Part 5! Dream and Delirium retrace their brother Destruction's footsteps, taking them to a dance club for a meeting with the Goddess of Love, Ishtar. Plus, readers get to see a different side of Delirium, and Matthew the raven joins the crew in their search.
Issue 46
The Sandman (1988-1996) #46
Dream begs out of Delirium's quest to find their missing brother—which leads to Delirium locking herself up in solitude. However, big sister Death is none to pleased with her brother's actions and confronts him in 'Brief Lives' Part 6!
Issue 47
The Sandman (1988-1996) #47
Running out of ideas, Delirium and Dream meet with their brother Destiny, who gives Dream some information he may not want to hear. The siblings' search for their missing brother nears completion in 'Brief Lives' Part 7!
Issue 48
The Sandman (1988-1996) #48
Guess who's coming to dinner? A family reunion leads to revelations and realizations as Dream makes a fateful decision regarding his son Orpheus! 'Brief Lives' Part 8.
Issue 49
The Sandman (1988-1996) #49
The conclusion of the nine-part epic 'Brief Lives!' With their quest at an end, Dream, Delirium and the rest of the family go their separate ways. Actions in this issue hold great consequences for the rest of the SANDMAN series and mold the shape of things to come!
Issue 50
The Sandman (1988-1996) #50
P. Craig Russell lushly illustrates this stand-alone issue starring the king of a dazzling version of Baghdad as he encounters Morpheus and makes a deal to preserve his city's regality. But at what cost?
Issue 51
The Sandman (1988-1996) #51
Worlds' End' part 1! As a reality storm rages, travelers take shelter at the Worlds' End tavern and share stories. Up first, 'A Tale of Two Cities,' where a city dweller discovers the city of his dreams...or is it really the dreams of his city?
Issue 52
The Sandman (1988-1996) #52
Another traveler—and familiar face—tells their tale. The Faerie Cluracan heads to Aurelian during a political upheaval and ends up causing an uproar of his own! 'Worlds' End' part 2.
Issue 53
The Sandman (1988-1996) #53
Readers head onto the seven seas with a girl who poses as a boy in order to sail the oceans. There, 'Jim' meets an old friend to the SANDMAN world, Hob Gadling, who shares a tale of his own. 'Worlds' End' part 3.
Issue 54
The Sandman (1988-1996) #54
An American Tale, but one with a twist! Meet Prez Rickard, elected to the office of the Presidency in 1972! But how exactly does his victory tie into the plans of the mysterious Boss Smiley? 'Worlds' End' part 4.
Issue 55
The Sandman (1988-1996) #55
The reality storm still rages outside as an apprentice from the necropolis Litharge tells his tale of death and burial, featuring an appearance by the lost Endless: Destruction! 'Worlds' End' part 5.
Issue 56
The Sandman (1988-1996) #56
The final chapter of 'Worlds' End!' The travelers of the Worlds' End tavern share one last tale and head to the windows to watch as the reality storm comes to a close...
Issue 57
The Sandman (1988-1996) #57
The Kindly Ones' part 1! At last it has come—a conflagration of nightmarish proportions that will affect the future of The Endless and the fate of the Dreaming forever! Friends, foes and unexpected betrayers return in the last major story arc of THE SANDMAN!
Issue 58
The Sandman (1988-1996) #58
Young Daniel is missing and his mother Lyta is convinced Morpheus has taken the boy. But is he really resting in the arms of the Sandman The identity of young Daniel's mysterious abductor is revealed, and Lyta receives some news that sends her down a dark path that will have dire consequences for the Dreaming! 'The Kindly Ones' part 2.
Issue 59
The Sandman (1988-1996) #59
The identity of young Daniel's mysterious abductor is revealed, and Lyta receives some news that sends her down a dark path that will have dire consequences for the Dreaming! 'The Kindly Ones' part 3.
Issue 60
The Sandman (1988-1996) #60
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 myth and legend, and Morpheus resurrects an old friend. 'The Kindly Ones' part 4.
Issue 61
The Sandman (1988-1996) #61
As Lyta's journey continues, her friends begin to piece together clues regarding her disappearance—which unfortunately catches the attention of one of the story's key players. 'The Kindly Ones' part 5.
Issue 62
The Sandman (1988-1996) #62
Rose Walker journeys to England and encounters three mysterious women, who tell her the strange tale of the children who flew away. 'The Kindly Ones' part 6.
Issue 63
The Sandman (1988-1996) #63
Odin confronts the Sandman while a mysterious woman from the Sandman's past abducts Lyta Hall. Meanwhile, Lyta herself encounters the Furies and sets into motion a grave chain of events. 'The Kindly Ones' part 7.
Issue 64
The Sandman (1988-1996) #64
Guest artist Teddy Kristiansen illustrates a week in the life of the Sandman as Rose gains a heart—only to have it broken. Plus, first blood is shed in the Dreaming and the Furies state their intent to the Lord of the Dreaming. "The Kindly Ones" part 8.
Issue 65
The Sandman (1988-1996) #65
The Furies bring death and chaos to the Dreaming! Meanwhile, the Corinthian and Matthew continue to piece together clues in their quest to find the missing Daniel. "The Kindly Ones" part 9.
Issue 66
The Sandman (1988-1996) #66
The Furies attempt to draw out Morpheus by slowly eliminating all his allies in the Dreaming. Meanwhile, Nuala attempts to save her lord's life and Odin arrives to deal with his mischievous son. "The Kindly Ones" part 10.
Issue 67
The Sandman (1988-1996) #67
Morpheus prepares for battle against the Furies as the Corinthian returns with the missing Daniel. However, is it too late to stop the events set in motion long ago? "The Kindly Ones" part 11.
Issue 68
The Sandman (1988-1996) #68
A strange twist of fate results in hideous consequences that will affect the future of the Dreaming forever! "The Kindly Ones" part 12.
Issue 69
The Sandman (1988-1996) #69
The Kindly Ones' Part 13! As everything comes to a close and pieces fall into place, one final conversation takes place between brother and sister.
Issue 70
The Sandman (1988-1996) #70
The Wake' part 1! The shocking conclusion of the previous arc has altered forever the face of the Dreaming, bringing with it a time of reflection and a sad celebration. It's a wake in which friends and loved ones, relatives and rivals, fleeting lovers and immortal enemies gather to pay their respects and to mourn their loss.
Issue 71
The Sandman (1988-1996) #71
Half vigil, half party, the ceremony begins—and everyone is invited as the Endless trade secrets and everyone reflects and remembers the Lord of Dreams. "The Wake" part 2.
Issue 72
The Sandman (1988-1996) #72
The funeral for the Sandman is under way as the Endless meet the new Dream, Daniel, for the first time. "The Wake" part 3.
Issue 73
The Sandman (1988-1996) #73
In an aftermath issue of 'The Wake,' Dream's old friend Hob Gadling encounters Death at an American Renaissance Festival and learns the final fate of Lord Morpheus.
Issue 74
The Sandman (1988-1996) #74
At the borders of The Dreaming, places that never existed meet in the not-quite-real. In one of these soft places, questions are answered and one last story is played out between the new Sandman, Daniel, and the freshly buried Lord of Dreams.
Issue 75
The Sandman (1988-1996) #75
In this final tale of the Sandman, Morpheus collects the last part of the debt owed to him by William Shakespeare. With dramatic interludes on a mysterious island, along with monsters, sprites, gods, maidens, apparitions and certain observations on English weather, this extra-sized tale brings a close to the world of SANDMAN.
Issue 76
The Sandman #19 Remastered
New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman presents a depiction of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream as you've never seen it before! In this fictional retelling set in the Sandman Universe, Auberon, Titania, and an entourage of Faerie characters leave their realm to attend the premiere of the Bard's latest play, A Midsummer Night's Dream. How will they react to Shakespeare's depictions of themselves, and will Titania succeed in tempting Will's son, Hamnet, to join her in the realm of Faerie? Featuring completely remastered pages from Eisner Award-winning colorist Steve Oliff's original hand-painted color guides, this edition of Sandman #19 also includes a foreword by Oliff discussing the remastering process and an all-new painted cover by acclaimed fantasy artist Charles Vess!
Issue 77
The Sandman: The Complete Shakespeare Collection (2024) #1
Perhaps no other literary figure has been more closely associated with The Sandman than playwright William Shakespeare. "A Midsummer Night's Dream" from The Sandman #19 established that Auberon, Titania, and other faerie characters from Will's plays existed within the Sandman Universe, and issue #75 revealed the full extent of the bargain made between Morpheus and Shakespeare that allowed his work to inspire humanity for generations to come. To commemorate the Bard's 460th anniversary, DC Comics proudly presents all of the Sandman Shakespeare issues assembled in one volume, recolored by Eisner, Harvey, and Inkpot award-winning colorist Steve Oliff (Akira, Absolute Swamp Thing by Alan Moore). These key appearances include Shakespeare's initial cameo in The Sandman #13, the aforementioned World Fantasy Award-winning The Sandman #19, and the final Sandman story, "The Tempest," featuring select painted interiors by Charles Vess. This all-in-one collection is a must-have for fans of literature and fantasy and those who believe in the power of dreams.