This substantial reference book is designed for fans who want to explore Marvel's enormous roster of heroes, villains, teams, and characters. It makes a particularly good coffee-table book because it combines reference material with the colorful visual appeal Marvel fans expect.

If you're buying a gift for someone who loves the Marvel Universe as a whole, the Marvel Encyclopedia New Edition is one of the safest choices. It has broad appeal and works whether the recipient is deeply familiar with Marvel or simply wants to learn more about the universe.