The Dreaming, #005 (Vertigo, 1996) - Direct Sales

Dive into the dark and mysterious realms of The Dreaming with issue #005, published by Vertigo Comics in October 1996. This captivating series invites readers to explore dreams, nightmares, and the fantastical world beyond reality. Penned by Peter Hogan and brought to life with the artwork of Steve Parkhouse, this issue is a must-have for fans of the genre.

About the cover

The cover features a mesmerizing piece by renowned artist Dave McKean, capturing a surreal and eerie scene under an arched railway with an enigmatic figure donning a hat, emphasizing the ethereal and dreamlike essence of the series.

About the variant

This is the Direct Sales edition, identifiable by the barcode on the front cover. Direct Sales editions were primarily distributed through comic book specialty stores, often distinguishing them from Newsstand editions.

Issue Details

• Title: The Dreaming, #005
• Issue Number: 005
• Publisher: Vertigo
• Release Date: October 1996
• Estimated Value: $5.00 - $15.00
• Cover Artist: Dave McKean
• Condition: Ungraded, Bagged and boarded, Condition may vary and is likely higher than what we specify. We set all of our comic conditions to "good" to keep things simple.
• Notations: Features a unique, surreal cover typical of The Dreaming series.
• Genre: Fantasy, Horror
• Variant: Direct Sales
• Language: English
• Age Level: Teen
• Format: Comic
• Signed: No
• Writer: Peter Hogan
• Universe: DC Universe
• Tradition: Western
• Superhero Team: Not Applicable
• Character: Not Specified