Read Anywhere and on Any Device!

Subscribe to Read | $0.00

Join today and start reading your favorite books for Free!

Create Free Account

The Man from Krypton: A Closer Look at Superman

3.7/5 ( ratings)

Leading writers discuss, debate, and celebrate the legend of Superman in this anthology, contending that his legend is a truly American myth. Superman was an immigrant with little more than the clothes on his back and raised by simple farmers, absorbing their humble values. He always chose to do the right thing, fighting for truth, justice, and the American way, and represents America at its best. The in-depth analyses of the comics, films and cartoons are at turns funny, philosophical, insightful, and personal, exploring every aspect of the Superman legend.

Language: English

Pages: 229

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Smart Pop

Release: April 10, 2006

ISBN: 1932100776

ISBN 13: 9781932100778

The Man from Krypton: A Closer Look at Superman

3.7/5 ( ratings)

Leading writers discuss, debate, and celebrate the legend of Superman in this anthology, contending that his legend is a truly American myth. Superman was an immigrant with little more than the clothes on his back and raised by simple farmers, absorbing their humble values. He always chose to do the right thing, fighting for truth, justice, and the American way, and represents America at its best. The in-depth analyses of the comics, films and cartoons are at turns funny, philosophical, insightful, and personal, exploring every aspect of the Superman legend.

Language: English

Pages: 229

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Smart Pop

Release: April 10, 2006

ISBN: 1932100776

ISBN 13: 9781932100778

More books from Glenn Yeffeth

Finding Serenity: Anti-Heroes, Lost Shepherds and Space Hookers in Joss Whedon's Firefly

Seven Seasons of Buffy: Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Discuss Their Favorite Television Show

4.1/5 ( ratings)

Taking the Red Pill: Science, Philosophy and Religion in The Matrix

3.8/5 ( ratings)

Five Seasons of Angel: Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Discuss Their Favorite Vampire

The Anthology at the End of the Universe: Leading Science Fiction Authors on Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

3.8/5 ( ratings)

Farscape Forever! Sex, Drugs and Killer Muppets

3.8/5 ( ratings)

Navigating the Golden Compass: Religion, Science & Daemonology in Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials

3.3/5 ( ratings)

Halo Effect: An Unauthorized Look at the Most Successful Video Game of All Time

3.8/5 ( ratings)

James Bond in the 21st Century: Why We Still Need 007

3.1/5 ( ratings)

What Would Sipowicz Do? Race, Rights and Redemption in NYPD Blue

3.8/5 ( ratings)

Flirting With Pride And Prejudice: Fresh Perspectives On The Original Chick Lit Masterpiece

4.3/5 ( ratings)

Flirting with Pride and Prejudice: Fresh Perspectives on the Original Chick-Lit Masterpiece

4.3/5 ( ratings)

The War of the Worlds: Fresh Perspectives on the H.G. Wells Classic

4.3/5 ( ratings)

Rate this book!

Write a review?