What is a superhero? /

In this innovative collection of essays, renowned psychologist Robin S. Rosenberg and comics scholar Peter Coogan explore the question 'What is a superhero?' from a variety of viewpoints. With essays from scholars and commentary by the writers and creators themselves, including extensive m...

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Other Authors: Rosenberg, Robin S. (Editor), Coogan, Peter M. (Peter MacFarland) (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Oxford University Press, [2013]
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Summary:In this innovative collection of essays, renowned psychologist Robin S. Rosenberg and comics scholar Peter Coogan explore the question 'What is a superhero?' from a variety of viewpoints. With essays from scholars and commentary by the writers and creators themselves, including extensive material from Stan Lee, Danny Fingeroth and their peers, What is a Superhero? is the first volume to provide a true synthesis and reflection of the state of superheroes in our culture today.
Physical Description:xxi, 175 pages ; 25 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780199795277 (acid-free paper)
0199795274 (acid-free paper)