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Superheroes!

Capes, Cowls, and the Creation of Comic Book Culture

by Laurence Maslon, Michael Kantor ...

Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Wonder Woman, the Avengers, the X-Men, Watchmen, and more: the companion volume to the PBS documentary series of the same name that tells the story of the superhero in American popular culture.Together again for the first time, here come the greatest comic book superheroes ever assembled between two covers: down from the heavens—Superman and the Mighty Thor ... Read more

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Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Wonder Woman, the Avengers, the X-Men, Watchmen, and more: the companion volume to the PBS documentary series of the same name that tells the story of the superhero in American popular culture.Together again for the first time, here come the greatest comic book superheroes ever assembled between two covers: down from the heavens—Superman and the Mighty Thor
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A Hint of Truth

by Michael Kantor ...

"A Hint of Truth," is an exciting tale set in the modern era of literary fiction, fantasy, and genres alike. It tells the story of a boy whose life was once extraordinary due to his mother's success, which ultimately turns up-side down following a threat on humanity, deep below the streets of New York City, in the hollow, dark tunnels of the trains which ride through it. Witness protection, demons ... Read more

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"A Hint of Truth," is an exciting tale set in the modern era of literary fiction, fantasy, and genres alike. It tells the story of a boy whose life was once extraordinary due to his mother's success, which ultimately turns up-side down following a threat on humanity, deep below the streets of New York City, in the hollow, dark tunnels of the trains which ride through it. Witness protection, demons
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Make 'Em Laugh

The Funny Business of America

by Michael Kantor, Laurence Maslon ...

From the most popular routines and the most ingenious physical shtick to the snappiest wisecracks and the most biting satire of the last century, Make 'Em Laugh illuminates who we are as a nation by exploring what makes us laugh, and why. Authors Laurence Maslon and Michael Kantor draw on countless sources to chronicle the past century of American comedy and the geniuses who created and performed ... Read more

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From the most popular routines and the most ingenious physical shtick to the snappiest wisecracks and the most biting satire of the last century, Make 'Em Laugh illuminates who we are as a nation by exploring what makes us laugh, and why. Authors Laurence Maslon and Michael Kantor draw on countless sources to chronicle the past century of American comedy and the geniuses who created and performed
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Superheroes!

Capes, Cowls, and the Creation of Comic Book Culture

by Laurence Maslon, Michael Kantor ...

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Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Wonder Woman, the Avengers, the X-Men, Watchmen, and more: the companion volume to the PBS documentary series of the same name that tells the story of the superhero in American popular culture.Together again for the first time, here come the greatest comic book superheroes ever assembled between two covers: down from the heavens—Superman and the Mighty Thor ... Read more

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Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Wonder Woman, the Avengers, the X-Men, Watchmen, and more: the companion volume to the PBS documentary series of the same name that tells the story of the superhero in American popular culture.Together again for the first time, here come the greatest comic book superheroes ever assembled between two covers: down from the heavens—Superman and the Mighty Thor
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Oscar Wars

A History of Hollywood in Gold, Sweat, and Tears

by Michael Schulman ...

Narrated by Charlie Thurston ...

Unabridged

21 hours

The author of the New York Times bestseller Her Again: Becoming Meryl Streep returns with a lively history of the Academy Awards, focusing on the brutal battles, the starry rivalries, and the colorful behind-the-scenes drama.America does not have royalty. It has the Academy Awards. For nine decades, perfectly coiffed starlets, debonair leading men, and producers with gold in their eyes have chased ... Read more

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The author of the New York Times bestseller Her Again: Becoming Meryl Streep returns with a lively history of the Academy Awards, focusing on the brutal battles, the starry rivalries, and the colorful behind-the-scenes drama.America does not have royalty. It has the Academy Awards. For nine decades, perfectly coiffed starlets, debonair leading men, and producers with gold in their eyes have chased
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The Superhero Book

The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Comic-Book Icons and Hollywood Heroes

by Gina Misiroglu ...

The ultimate compendium to everyone’s favorite participants in the eternal battle between good and evil! Profiles of more than 1,000 mythic superheroes, icons, and their place in popular culture.Superhuman strength. Virtual invulnerability. Motivated to defend the world from criminals and madmen. Possessing a secret identity. And they even have fashion sense—they look great in long underwear and ... Read more

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The ultimate compendium to everyone’s favorite participants in the eternal battle between good and evil! Profiles of more than 1,000 mythic superheroes, icons, and their place in popular culture.Superhuman strength. Virtual invulnerability. Motivated to defend the world from criminals and madmen. Possessing a secret identity. And they even have fashion sense—they look great in long underwear and
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Wonder Woman

Bondage and Feminism in the Marston/Peter Comics, 1941-1948

by Noah Berlatsky ...

Series series Comics Culture
William Marston was an unusual man—a psychologist, a soft-porn pulp novelist, more than a bit of a carny, and the (self-declared) inventor of the lie detector. He was also the creator of Wonder Woman, the comic that he used to express two of his greatest passions: feminism and women in bondage.Comics expert Noah Berlatsky takes us on a wild ride through the Wonder Woman comics of the 1940s, ... Read more

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William Marston was an unusual man—a psychologist, a soft-porn pulp novelist, more than a bit of a carny, and the (self-declared) inventor of the lie detector. He was also the creator of Wonder Woman, the comic that he used to express two of his greatest passions: feminism and women in bondage.Comics expert Noah Berlatsky takes us on a wild ride through the Wonder Woman comics of the 1940s,
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The Joker Quiz Book

by Wayne Wheelwright ...

Series Book 5 - Superhero Trivia
This book contains 100 questions on what is one of the most popular villains ever printed. Batman's nemesis the Joker. Questions on the comics and his various TV and movie appearances. ... Read more

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This book contains 100 questions on what is one of the most popular villains ever printed. Batman's nemesis the Joker. Questions on the comics and his various TV and movie appearances.
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A Brief History of Superheroes

From Superman to the Avengers, the Evolution of Comic Book Legends

by Brian Robb ...

Series series Brief Histories
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, and the ways in which their creations have been reinvented for successive ... Read more

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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, and the ways in which their creations have been reinvented for successive
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Superheroes v Supervillains A-Z

The Ultimate Guide to the Greatest Superheroes and Supervillains of All Time

by Sarah Oliver ...

A comprehensive guide to the world of Superheroes and Villains, a real must have for comic book fans and film buffs. Inlcuding Thor, X-Men, Wolverine, Captain America and Green Lantern ... Read more

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A comprehensive guide to the world of Superheroes and Villains, a real must have for comic book fans and film buffs. Inlcuding Thor, X-Men, Wolverine, Captain America and Green Lantern
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Little Book of Super Heroes

by Michael Heatley ...

Superheroes - fictional characters fighting evil with superhuman powers, gadgets and way-out weapons - have fascinated us ever since Superman first donned his cape and tights back in 1938. This fantastic 128-page hardback book charts the growth of the genre, profiling the most notable superheroes and giving us insight into their creation. It's topped off by quotes - every superhero had a ... Read more

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Superheroes - fictional characters fighting evil with superhuman powers, gadgets and way-out weapons - have fascinated us ever since Superman first donned his cape and tights back in 1938. This fantastic 128-page hardback book charts the growth of the genre, profiling the most notable superheroes and giving us insight into their creation. It's topped off by quotes - every superhero had a
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Our Gods Wear Spandex

The Secret History of Comic Book Heroes

by Knowles, Chris ...

Illustrated by Linsner, Joseph Michael ...

Was Superman's arch nemesis Lex Luthor based on Aleister Crowley? Can Captain Marvel be linked to the Sun gods on antiquity?In Our Gods Wear Spandex, Christopher Knowles answers these questions and brings to light many other intriguing links between superheroes and the enchanted world of estoerica. Occult students and comic-book fans alike will discover countless fascinating connections, from ... Read more

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Was Superman's arch nemesis Lex Luthor based on Aleister Crowley? Can Captain Marvel be linked to the Sun gods on antiquity?In Our Gods Wear Spandex, Christopher Knowles answers these questions and brings to light many other intriguing links between superheroes and the enchanted world of estoerica. Occult students and comic-book fans alike will discover countless fascinating connections, from
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