**The modern era of super Spider-Man storytelling begins, from the powerhouse pairing of J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr.!**Introducing an enigmatic stranger who will forever change the way Peter Parker views himself...and the origins of his amazing alter ego! Plus, the web-slinger struggl...

**The modern era of super Spider-Man storytelling begins, from the powerhouse pairing of J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr.!**Introducing an enigmatic stranger who will forever change the way Peter Parker views himself...and the origins of his amazing alter ego! Plus, the web-slinger struggles with the most horrific tragedy ever to befall his city: the events of September 11. Then, for years, Peter Parker kept his heroic double identity a guarded secret from his beloved Aunt May. Now that she's finally learned the truth, how will May react to the shocking revelation? Plus: On a trip to California, Spider-Man takes on his classic foe, Doctor Octopus!

COLLECTING:

-** Amazing Spider-Man (1998) 30-45**