The Sandman (Single Issues) Series by Neil Gaiman, Kelley Jones, Duncan Eagleson, Mike Dringenberg

The first issue of the first volume of Neil Gaiman's horror/fantasy epic! An occultist accidentally traps Morpheus, the embodiment of Dreams, and holds him for 70 years. Finally free, Morpheus seeks his lost objects of power and rediscovers his place in the universe.

Morpheus, King of Dreams, gets reacquainted with his home realm of The Dreaming and the colorful characters who populate it including Cain, Abel and Lucien, the librarian. He also discovers how much his absence has affected the universe in the time since he was imprisoned.

John Constantine (HELLBLAZER) guest-stars and helps Morpheus track a pouch of powerful sand that’s found its way into the possession of a drug addict. But what horrific metamorphosis has the sand caused the woman?First item on the list, his pouch of sand, Dream goes to London where a man named John Constantine resides, the Furies told him that he was the last one to purchase the pouch... moreJohn Constantine (HELLBLAZER) guest-stars and helps Morpheus track a pouch of powerful sand that’s found its way into the possession of a drug addict. But what horrific metamorphosis has the sand caused the woman?First item on the list, his pouch of sand, Dream goes to London where a man named John Constantine resides, the Furies told him that he was the last one to purchase the pouch. So it is that John first encounters Dream of the Endless, and the two work together to locate the pouch, finding it in the possession of one of John's former lovers. She is but a pale shadow of her former self, withered and dying, and her house is overrun with beasts of the Dreaming, but Dream takes the pouch from her, and puts her into a final, peaceful sleep. less

Still tracking his objects of power, Morpheus travels to Hell itself in search of his helmet. It seems it's fallen into the hands of a higher demon, and there's a realm of devils standing between Morpheus and his property...

Still tracking his objects of power, Morpheus travels to Hell itself in search of his helmet. It seems it’s fallen into the hands of a higher demon, and there’s a realm of devils standing between Morpheus and his property…Doctor Destiny escapes from Arkham Asylum forcing a passing motorist to take him to his ruby - Morpheus' Dreamstone - in a storage locker in the nearby town of Mayhew... moreStill tracking his objects of power, Morpheus travels to Hell itself in search of his helmet. It seems it’s fallen into the hands of a higher demon, and there’s a realm of devils standing between Morpheus and his property…Doctor Destiny escapes from Arkham Asylum forcing a passing motorist to take him to his ruby - Morpheus' Dreamstone - in a storage locker in the nearby town of Mayhew. Meanwhile Morpheus enlists the help of Scott Free (currently with the Justice League International) in his own search for the gem. Who will get to it first? And after so long is the item too powerful for either of them to wield? less

Over the course of 24 horrific hours, Dr. Destiny unleashes impossibly dark terror on six unsuspecting people in a small-town diner. Armed with Morpheus’ Dreamstone, Destiny can rearrange time and space and does so to dreadful ends in this eerie, nearly standalone issue.Doctor Destiny, now in possession of Morpheus' Dreamstone uses it to unleash his madness on the world... moreOver the course of 24 horrific hours, Dr. Destiny unleashes impossibly dark terror on six unsuspecting people in a small-town diner. Armed with Morpheus’ Dreamstone, Destiny can rearrange time and space and does so to dreadful ends in this eerie, nearly standalone issue.Doctor Destiny, now in possession of Morpheus' Dreamstone uses it to unleash his madness on the world. All thoughts of world conquest go out the window however when he becomes too absorbed with watching TV and playing with a handful of patrons at an all night diner. The story follows his madness hour-by-hour as it progresses over a 24 hour period. less

Morpheus finally faces off with Dr. Destiny for the final piece of the Dream King’s objects of power--the Dreamstone! Warring across the landscape of The Dreaming, the two beings wage psychological war with the fate of the universe hanging in the balance!

Spend a day with Dream as he catches up with his younger sister, Death, in search of inspiration. When the King of Dreams is depressed, can even a pep talk from Death set him on the right path?

During Morpheus’s incarceration, three dreams escaped his realm and are now loose in the waking world. At the same time, a young woman named Rose Walker searches for her little brother. As their stories converge, a vortex is discovered that could destroy all dreamers…and the world itself.In an undisclosed time and place—presumably Saharan Africa by the art—two tribesmen travel into the desert... moreDuring Morpheus’s incarceration, three dreams escaped his realm and are now loose in the waking world. At the same time, a young woman named Rose Walker searches for her little brother. As their stories converge, a vortex is discovered that could destroy all dreamers…and the world itself.In an undisclosed time and place—presumably Saharan Africa by the art—two tribesmen travel into the desert. Once they have built a fire, the older man tells the younger man a story from sunset to sunrise as the last step in the younger man's initiation to adulthood. According to the tale, where now there is desert, once the tribe once dwelt in a magnificent city ruled by a beautiful queen, Nada. She was a wise and just ruler, and the people prospered—until one day when a stranger arrived and the two fell in love—but the stranger was no ordinary man, and that changed everything forever! less

Meet Desire and Despair, two of Dream’s sisters who may or may not have had something to do with the tragedy that befell his former lover. This issue also introduces Rose Walker, a young woman tormented by bizarre dreams. Meanwhile, Morpheus makes plans to capture three dangerous, escaped dreams.

The search for her brother leads Rose to Florida, where she moves into a house filled with odd residents. Meanwhile, two of the escaped dreams reveal a bizarre connection to Jed, Rose’s brother, while the third dream continues their murder spree—and collects disturbing mementos from their victims.

The chilling secret behind two of the escaped dreams is revealed, and it’s connected to a pair of lost DCU Super Heroes! Meanwhile, Jed escapes imprisonment, but lands in the hands of the third, murderous escaped dream! Can Rose find him in time to save his life?

In a stand-alone story spanning centuries, Morpheus grants an ordinary man named Hob Gandling a gift allowing him to cheat death. Over the many years, Morpheus revisits Hob to see how a human would deal with unlimited life—for better or worse. But both Hob and Morpheus learn surprising lessons…

You’re cordially invited to a convention unlike any other. Where murder and chaos are praised and the depraved urges of psychos are openly celebrated. At this convention of serial killers, the only admission is your life. Hopefully accidental attendee Rose Walker can make it out alive.

Rose faces Morpheus and discovers her delicate place in the cosmos. If she wakes, she could destroy everything. But if she remains in the dream realm, she'll cease to exist. Don't miss this dramatic ending to "A Doll's House."

A demented writer purchases a muse named Calliope and keeps her locked up to exploit her idea-generating abilities. Unfortunately for the writer, Calliope also happens to be a close friend of Morpheus. And the Dream King doesn’t take kindly to kidnappers…

Literally visit the realm that cats transcend to when they dream—and learn why you should be worried—in this standalone issue titled “A Dream of a Thousand Cats”!

In this World Fantasy Award-winning standalone story featuring art by Charles Vess, visit a traveling road show of dramatic actors led by William Shakespeare as they unveil a new production called A Midsummer Night's Dream for a very peculiar audience…

The Dream King relinquishes center stage to his sister Death for a standalone issue, as she visits a long-forgotten, cult-favorite DCU character called Element Girl. Check in with the former hero as she deals with the devastating reality of her tragic existence…

In this prologue issue to the acclaimed “Season of Mists” storyline, Destiny learns of drastic changes on the horizon within existence and calls a meeting of his family, the Endless. But the gathering turns ugly, setting the stage for a tumultuous road ahead for the eternal family.

Two years ago, Morpheus embarrassed Lucifer in front of the Morningstar’s subjects and he swore vengeance on the Dream King. Now, in chapter 1 of the acclaimed “Season of Mists,” Morpheus prepares for his return to Hell…on a mission to free a former lover he vanquished there thousands of years ago.

Returning home to his realm of The Dreaming with the Key to Hell in his possession, Morpheus finds himself approached by gods, deities and entities from across the whole of existence, all of whom hope to lay their hands on the former realm of the damned for one purpose or another…

With Hell now closed for business, the dead are rising all over the world, and this stand-alone issue focuses on one boy’s lone fight against a boarding school full of evil spirits. Features art by fan-favorite illustrator Matt Wagner (Grendel)!

Morpheus meets with the visitors who have come to claim the key to Hell. Some threaten his existence, some offer trade, and others hope to bribe the Dream King with items and info he's been chasing for untold time. But who can bear the responsibility?

In this penultimate issue of the ''Season of Mist'' storyline, the decision concerning Hell's new ownership falls to an unlikely heir while Morpheus attends to an unruly guest in his realm.

The ''Season of Mist'' finale circles back around to what kick-started the acclaimed story in the first place: Morpheus's lost love, whom he vanquished to Hell long ago. As the rest of the players slink back to their roles in the universe, all remain changed--but none more so than Hell's new rulers.

Venture back to the French Revolution as Lady Johanna Constantine finds herself embroiled in a plot to smuggle a very odd and valuable item of specific interest to Morpheus--a human head!

Bryan Talbot provides guest art on this stand-alone story starring a Roman Emperor who heavily disguises himself in order to spend a day, unnoticed, among his people. Through discussion with a servant, the Emperor reveals a stirring connection he shared with Morpheus, the Dream King.

Morpheus, the Dream King, joins his sisters in this stand-alone tale revolving around the quirky life of America's first--and only--emperor.

The lead characters from the "Doll's House" storyline return for an all-new adventure exploring complex gender issues in part 1 of "A Game of You." What mysterious creature has ventured from a land far away--and for which surprising character is it in search?

Barbie returns to The Land, a place she has not visited in her dreams since readers first encountered her in "The Doll's House." Meanwhile, back in the real world, an evil being unleashes the nightmares of Barbie's friends and neighbors.

Thessaly, Hazel and Foxglove enter The Land for a terrifying showdown with the Cuckoo! Meanwhile, a magic-induced high wind in Manhattan threatens Barbie's physical body in "A Game of You" part 5 of 6.

A grandfather imparts a tale of courage and adventure to his granddaughter featuring Morpheus, Lucien and the Dreaming! But what he reveals at the end of the tale is the real shocker!

A young man becomes lost in The Dreaming and discovers wondrous knowledge in this single-issue story--if only he could remember it when he wakes...

Dream and Delirium carry on the search for their missing brother Destruction. Featuring an appearance by the SANDMAN villain known as the Corinthian. The critically acclaimed series by British scribe Neil Gaiman continues in "Brief Lives" Part 4.

Dream begs out of Delirium's quest to find their missing brother--which leads to Delirium locking herself up in solitude... moreDream begs out of Delirium's quest to find their missing brother--which leads to Delirium locking herself up in solitude. However, big sister Death is none to pleased with her brother's actions and confronts him in "Brief Lives" Part 6!"Six: Life Isn't Pleasant, Petrified-The Parting of the Ways-The Trouble with Mortals-Dreamings of Meeting or Meetings of Dreaming?-The Trouble with Gods-Mervyn Sets Him Straight-"Have You Got Anything with A Happy Ending?"-Tempus Frangit"Destruction writes poetry. He still has not been found by his family. Dream leaves Delirium and they both go back to their realms. Dream seeks out Bast, the Egyptian cat goddess, who once claimed to know where to find Destruction; she was lying. Delirium closes off her realm, so Death has Dream go to her. They make-up, and decide to go after Destruction again. less

Running out of ideas, Delirium and Dream meet with their brother Destiny, who gives Dream some information he may not want to hear. The siblings' search for their missing brother nears completion in "Brief Lives" Part 7!

Guess who's coming to dinner? A family reunion leads to revelations and realizations as Dream makes a fateful decision regarding his son Orpheus! "Brief Lives" Part 8.

P. Craig Russell lushly illustrates this stand-alone issue starring the king of a dazzling version of Baghdad as he encounters Morpheus and makes a deal to preserve his city's regality. But at what cost?

"World's End" part 1, a ZERO HOUR tie-in arc! As a reality storm rages, travelers take shelter at the World's End tavern and share stories. Up first, "A Tale of Two Cities," where a city dweller discovers the city of his dreams...or is it really the dreams of his city?

The reality storm still rages outside as an apprentice from the necropolis Litharge tells his tale of death and burial, featuring an appearance by the lost Endless: Destruction! Petrefax will "star" in his own THE SANDMAN PRESENTS stories...

"The Kindly Ones" part 1! At last it has come--a conflagration of nightmarish proportions that will affect the future of the Endless and the fate of the Dreaming forever! Friends, foes and unexpected betrayers return in the last major story arc of THE SANDMAN!

Young Daniel is missing and his mother Lyta is convinced Morpheus has taken the boy. But is he really resting in the arms of the Sandman The identity of young Daniel's mysterious abductor is revealed, and Lyta receives some news that sends her down a dark path that will have dire consequences for the Dreaming! "The Kindly Ones" part 3....or is something far more sinister brewing? Also in this issue, an encounter with Lucifer Morningstar and bad news for Nuala. "The Kindly Ones" part 2.

The angel Remiel pays a visit to Lucifer Morningstar to ask him a very important question. Meanwhile, Lyta Hall embarks on a journey that sends her through myths and legend, and Morpheus resurrects an old friend. "The Kindly Ones" part 4.

"The Kindly Ones" Part 11! Morpheus prepares for battle against the Furies as the Corinthian returns with the missing Daniel. However, is it too late to stop the events set in motion long ago?

"The Kindly Ones" Part 13! As everything comes to a close and pieces fall into place, one final conversation takes place between brother and sister.

In an aftermath issue of "The Wake," Dream's old friend Hob Gadling encounters Death at an American Renaissance Festival and learns the final fate of Lord Morpheus.

In this final tale of the Sandman, Morpheus collects the last part of the debt owed to him by William Shakespeare. With dramatic interludes on a mysterious island, along with monsters, sprites, gods, maidens, apparitions and certain observations on English weather, this extra-sized tale brings a close to the world of THE SANDMAN.William Shakespeare is having trouble finishing his current play... moreIn this final tale of the Sandman, Morpheus collects the last part of the debt owed to him by William Shakespeare. With dramatic interludes on a mysterious island, along with monsters, sprites, gods, maidens, apparitions and certain observations on English weather, this extra-sized tale brings a close to the world of THE SANDMAN.William Shakespeare is having trouble finishing his current play. He is writing "The Tempest" in fulfillment of a bargain he made near the beginning of his career with Dream. Before he retires from writing, he must write one more play for Dream. He visits Dream's realm and they reflect upon their lives and positions in the world. less