Peter Parker thought he'd given up a life as Spider-Man, but he keeps getting pulled back in! With threats like the Kingpin, Bullseye, Dr. Octopus, Shadrac, the Scorpion, the Frightful Four, Marrow and Tokkots coming at him from every angle, it's a good thing Spider-Man has friends like the X-Men, the Fantastic Four, Madame Web, Thor and Man-Thing at his side! Plus: the debuts of not one, but two new Spider-Women! And one of them is not so nice. COLLECTING: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (1999) #1-6 and ANNUAL '99, PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN (1999) #1-6 and THOR (1998) #8.

There may not be another "next chapter" in the life of the Amazing Spider-Man if the villains in this volume get their way! Featuring such classic antagonists as Kraven the Hunter, Dr. Octopus, the Vulture, and the Blob - not to mention alternate versions of Green Goblin, electro, and the red Skull - this riotous roster reads like a veritable "who's who" of Spider-rogues! Plus: the return of Venom! COLLECTING: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (1999) 7-12; PETER PARKER SPIDER-MAN 7-12, ANNUAL '99

If popularity is based on how many bad guys you've got gunning for you, then Spidey wins hands down over any other hero, bar none! This third volume of Spidey's late-'90s relaunch is proof of that, as is evidenced by blazing battles against Electro, Mysterio, Kraven, Venom, the Green Goblin, Carnage, the Ghost, the Hulk, the Thing and more! COLLECTING: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (1999) 13-19, ANNUAL 2000; PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN (1999) 13-19; SPIDER-WOMAN (1999) 9

Norman Osborn is mad, bad and very dangerous to know! And as the addled villain battles to strengthen his fragile grip on reality, he summons the will to again plague the life of Peter Parker - and the Green Goblin takes to the skies once more! The timing couldn't be worse for Spider-Man, as he grieves for a lost loved one, and Osborn has more on his mind than revenge - he wants Parker as his heir! And as if one of the greatest Goblin stories of all time isn't enough, Spidey must face a showdown with the Spider-Slayer, a squabble with the Squid and an encounter with the Enforcers! But whatever happened to Mary Jane? COLLECTING: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN (1999) 20-29, ANNUAL 2001; SPIDERMAN: REVENGE OF THE GREEN GOBLIN 1-3; PETER PARKER: SPIDER-MAN (1999) 25, 29

Alone. Throughout his life, Peter Parker has often felt alone. When he first discovered his spider-like abilities after being bitten by a radioactive spider, he kept them secret. His attempts to exploit them for a profit resulted in his Uncle Ben's murder. Later, his attempts at maintaining the secret from his first love, Gwen Stacy, resulted in her death. It seemed as though no one understood the difficult balance between mortal and hero. Until now, that is. A mysterious figure appears suddenly, exhibiting similar powers to Peter. He can stick to walls and jump from building to building, just like the wall-crawler. Who is the mystery man? Who are the people he represents? And what is the ancient evil that has arrived in America in search of Peter. Collects: Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 2) #30-#35 [J. Michael Straczynski](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/2689.JMichaelStraczynski "J. Michael Straczynski") is a man who has made his mark in many ways, whether in the world of science fiction and television with the hit 'Babylon 5' or in the comic book industry with such books as ['Rising Stars' (2000)](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/771577.RisingStars2000 "'Rising Stars' (2000)") and ['Midnight Nation' (2002)](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/100094.MidnightNation2002 "'Midnight Nation' (2002)"). Now his unique vision comes to the world of Marvel and the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! Joining Straczynski is a man of equal legend—[John Romita Jr](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/444929.JohnRomita_Jr "John Romita Jr"). Regarded by many as the definitive Spider-Man artist of the last decade, Romita's unique pace and superb storytelling perfectly complement Straczynski's vision.

In the wake of the World Trade Center tragedy, Spider-Man comes to understand that not all heroes possess great powers. Meanwhile, Aunt May struggles with her discovery of Peter's greatest secret. Collects: \- The Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 2) #36-#39

J. Michael Straczynski, well known to sci-fi fans, continues his critically acclaimed run on Marvel Comics' flagship title as Doctor Octopus returns to torment the world-famous wall-crawler. Feeling as though he bears the weight of the world on his shoulders, Peter Parker struggles to balance his personal life and fledgling career as a high-school teacher with his heroic responsibilities as the Amazing Spider-Man. Collects: \- Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 2) #40-#45

After receiving information from Ezeckiel that calls the origin of his spider-powers into question, Peter must face off against the otherworldy hunter Shathra, who has targeted Spider-Man as her prey.

Peter Parker, the Amazing Spider-Man, and the estranged love-of-his-life, Mry Jane, continue to deal with the aftermath of the decision that changes their relationship forever. Collects: \- Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 2) #51-#56

Peter Parker spends his birthday as Spider-Man fighting an interdimensional threat that's descended on Manhattan alongside a Who's Who of the Marvel Universe - including the Fantastic Four, Iron Man, the X-Men's Cyclops and Dr. Strange. Collects: \- Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 2) #57-#58 \- Amazing Spider-Man (Vol. 1) #500-#502