The death of Stan Lee, one of the most important creators in comic book history, only highlights what was his work as an editor and screenwriter. In this work, and with the support of such legendary cartoonists as Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko and John Romita, he was a crucial part of the Marvel Comics revolution in the early 1960s, ushering in a new stage in the superhero genre and forever influencing the vignette industry.

But although the author wrote hundreds of comics throughout his career, a handful of his creations forever changed the superhero landscape, in a production that was always highlighted by landing the stories to more everyday aspects, which was one of the keys to Marvel's success. Sure, their stories were amazing, amazing and powerful, in fictional worlds and unreal characters, but there was always a ground key.

Whether it's the factor in a family's relationship in The Fantastic Four, Spider-Man's bad luck and financial problems, or the duality between a man and a God who marked Thor.

The Fantastic Four #1

The first Fantastic Four comic is considered the beginning of the Marvel Comics universe. In this issue, not only must the team learn to use their powers, and decide to work for good, but they face their first enemy: The Mole Man.

Published November 8, 1961.

The Incredible Hulk #1

Dr. Bruce Banner's body is saturated with Gamma rays during the experiment with an army bomb. It is the number where General Ross, his daughter Betty and The Hulk's great friend Rick Jones, debut at, the young man Banner saves to prevent him from being affected by the bomb that transforms him into the green giant. It also marks the debut of the Hulk's first enemy, the Soviet Gargoyle

The comic was published in May 1962.

Journey into the Mystery #83

Dr. Donald Blake finds a rod in Norway that transforms into the mythical hammer Mjolnir, which gives him the power of the God of Thunder, Thor. All this just in time to confront the threat of an alien race of Saturn.

The comic was published on August 1, 1962.

Amazing Fantasy #15

As Spider-Man's debut number is one of the most expensive comics in the world among collectors. Peter Parker visits the General Techtronics Laboratories, makes contact with a radioactive spider and gains his skills. He also has his wrestling match to make some money, lets a thief escape and Uncle Ben is killed by the same crook. It is the number in which he learns that great power carries great responsibility.

Published August 10, 1962.

Tales of Suspense #39

This is the comic that marked the debut of Tony Stark, who is wounded and captured in Vietnam by the forces of the villain Wong-Chu, who promises him medical help in exchange for work for the communist forces. But with the help of Professor Yinsen, Stark manages to create the armor that makes him Iron Man.

Published March 10, 1963.

Amazing Spider-Man #1

It is the first issue in the regular Spider-Man series. In addition, it is the number that makes it clear that all Marvel characters live in the same universe. Spider-Man attempts to access the Baxter building to join the Fantastic Four and make some money. In addition, Spider-Man confronts The Chameleon.

Published March 10, 1963.

The Avengers #1

Iron Man, Thor, The Hulk, Ant-Man and the Wasp must work as a team to confront Loki's threat. This comic marks the start of one of Marvel's most important franchises and achieved a boost over the past decade thanks to the work of Michael Bendis.

Published July 12, 1963.