DC comics Ring of the Nibelung (1989) #1

Book One: The Rhinegold. Richard Wagner's four-opera cycle 'The Ring of the Nibelung' is a classic in the world of opera. Now it becomes a classic in the world of comics in THE RING, an epic story of life, death, love and betrayal. A seeress tells of the gods and the world's beginning, of how Wotan made a deal with the Giants...with the goddess Freia as the prize. To save her, Wotan must claim the Nibelung Gold and face the shape-changing ring-power of the evil Alberich. Adaptation written by Roy Thomas, with art by Gil Kane, and colors by Jim Woodring. Cover by Kane. Suggested for Mature Readers. Prestige Format. Cover price $4.95.