Understanding Superhero Comic Books: A History of Key Elements, Creators, Events and Controversies

by Alex Grand

This work dissects the origin and growth of superhero comic books, their major influences, and the creators behind them. It demonstrates how Batman, Wonder Woman, Captain America and many more stand as time capsules of their eras, rising and falling with societal changes, and reflecting an amalgam of influences. The book covers in detail the iconic superhero comic book creators and their unique contributions in their quest for realism, including...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1476690391
• ISBN13: 9781476690391
• Release Date: June 2023
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 358 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.9" x 9.9"
• Age Range: 18 years and up