A Cultural History of the Punisher: Marvel Comics and the Politics of Vengeance

by Kent Worcester

A comprehensive study of the Punisher in all his contradictions.

The Punisher made his debut in The Amazing Spider-Man in 1974, fighting crime with violence--and willingness to kill--that set him apart from the typical comic book hero. Nearly fifty years later, he is a global icon, poised between hero and anti-hero, drawing praise and condemnation, and frequently featuring in stories that have wider cultural resonance. In this...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1789388589
• ISBN13: 9781789388589
• Release Date: December 2023
• Publisher: Intellect (UK)
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.6" x 9.5"