Evolution of the Costumed Avenger
2017·424 pages
Traces the 4,000-year history of superheroes from ancient epics to modern comics, examining literary and cultural influences on the archetype.
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Traces the 4,000-year history of superheroes from ancient epics to modern comics, examining literary and cultural influences on the archetype.
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Using a broad array of historical and literary sources, this book presents an unprecedented detailed history of the superhero and its development across the course of human history. How has the concept of the superhero developed over time? How has humanity's idealization of heroes with superhuman powers changed across millennia-and what superhero themes remain constant? Why does the idea of a superhero remain so powerful and relevant in the modern context, when our real-life technological capab...
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Discusses violent themes in epics, Gothic novels, and historical groups like the KKK
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Examines biblical heroes and religious influences on superhero origins
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References magical elements in ancient epics and folklore sources
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Analyzes KKK, Molly Maguires, and social influences on early costumed heroes
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