The foundational stories that birthed the Marvel Universe! They were visionaries. Explorers. Imaginauts. They were Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. And like the Fantastic Four, they continually strove to overcome the impossible and achieve the extraordinary. Now, the first three years of their landmark run are collected in one oversized volume - including the FF's thrilling first battles with the Mole Man, the Skrulls, the Sub-Mariner, the Puppet Master, the Molecule Man, the Hulk and their archnemesis, the tyrannical Doctor Doom! This keepsake edition also includes all original letters pages and pinups, critical commentaries, a historical overview and other timeless extras! Collecting FANTASTIC FOUR (1961) #1-30 and ANNUAL (1963) #1.