A Brief History of Superheroes

A Brief History of SuperheroesAuthor: Brian Robb ISBN: 9781472110558 Publisher: Little Brown Year first published: 29 May 2014 Pages: 304 Format: Paperback softback A fascinating written exploration of the superhero phenomenon, from its beginnings in the depths of Great Depression to the blockbuster movies of today. For over 90 years, superheroes have been interrogated, deconstructed, and reinvented. In this wide ranging study, Robb looks at the diverse characters, their creators,

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