An essential collection that chronicles the rise of pilot Carol Danvers into the upper echelon of Marvel Heroes as Captain Marvel! Learn how Carol Danvers made the step up from Avenger to Earth´s Mightiest Hero! At last, the ace pilot turned costumed powerhouse takes on the legendary mantle of Captain Marvel - and forges a new legacy! But although Carol has a bright future, she can´t walk away from a challenge from her past. It´s a firefight in the sky as the Banshee Squadron makes its debut! Then, what does Monica Rambeau, the former Captain Marvel, make of Carol´s new moniker? And who, exactly, are the Carol Corps? Plus: Shocking secrets abound in Captain Marvel´s definitive origin as she faces a painful family reunion - and her full connection to the alien Kree stands revealed! A deadly weapon has been unleashed, and Carol´s sleepy coastal hometown won´t know what hit it! Collecting CAPTAIN MARVEL (2012) #1-8 and #17, and THE LIFE OF CAPTAIN MARVEL #1-5.