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The Superhero Book

by Gina Misiroglu

Book Details

Publisher:Visible Ink Press
Published:2012-04-01
Pages:481
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

The ultimate compendium to everyone’s favorite participants in the eternal battle between good and evil! Profiles of more than 1,000 mythic superheroes, icons, and their place in popular culture. Superhuman strength. Virtual invulnerability. Motivated to defend the world from criminals and madmen. Possessing a secret identity. And they even have fashion sense—they look great in long underwear and catsuits. These are the traits that define the quintessential superhero. Their appeal and media pres

Our Review

This comprehensive guide offers an encyclopedic look at the world of superheroes, profiling over a thousand iconic characters from comic books and popular culture. The book explores the defining traits that make these figures so compelling—from superhuman abilities and secret identities to their distinctive fashion sense in capes and costumes. It serves as an essential reference for understanding the eternal battle between good and evil as depicted through these mythic characters, examining their cultural significance across various media platforms.

What sets this compendium apart is its thorough examination of why these heroes resonate so deeply with audiences, analyzing their motivations to defend humanity against villains and madmen. Both casual fans and dedicated comic book enthusiasts will appreciate the depth of research and cultural context provided for each character profile. The book successfully captures the enduring appeal of superhero mythology while providing substantial insight into their evolution within popular entertainment. Readers will come away with a richer understanding of how these iconic figures have shaped our collective imagination across generations.

Themes

Comics & Graphic Novels

Subjects

Comics & Graphic Novels