Batman and the Multiplicity of Identity: The Contemporary Comic Book Superhero as Cultural Nexus

by Jeffrey A. Brown

Book Overview

Concentrating primarily on contemporary depictions of Batman in the comic books, this book analyzes why Batman is so immensely popular right now in America and globally, and how the fictional Dark Knight reveals both new cultural concerns and longstanding beliefs about American values. The organizing premise is that while Batman is perceived as a very clearly defined character, he is open to a wide range of interpretations and depictions in the...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138302856
• ISBN13: 9781138302853
• Release Date: December 2018
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"