At No. 9 on the graphic books hardcover best-seller list this week is volume one of “Thor: God of Thunder,” which reprints the first five issues of the latest series devoted to Thor, one of Marvel’s top heroes. The series is written by Jason Aaron and illustrated by Esad Ribic. The first word to describe the result of this creative team is: Wow. I’ve read a bit of Thor in the past, but I’ve mostly experienced him as one of the many colorful heroes in the Avengers. I never gave his godhood — and his long lifespan — much thought. Thankfully, Mr. Aaron has taken care of that for me in this story arc, introducing a menace known as the God Butcher, who travels across space and dimensions to...
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