Since Superman first appeared in Action Comics #1 in 1938, the superhero has changed with the times to remain a relevant icon of American popular culture. This collection explores the evolution of the Superman character and demonstrates how his alterations mirror historical changes in American society. These essays examine Superman's patriotic heroism during World War II, his increase in power in the early years of the Cold War, his death and resurrection at the end of the Cold War, and his recent dramatic reimagining. This volume reveals as much about America as it does about the champion of Truth, Justice, and the American Way. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By Darowski, Joseph J.. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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(E) Joyce Goggin, Dan Hassler-Forest These essays investigate comic books and graphic novels, beginning with the early development of these media. The essays also place the work in a cultural context, addressing theory and terminology, adaptations of comic books, the superhero genre, and comic books and graphic novels that deal with history and nonfiction. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By J Goggin; D Hassler-Forest. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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The Hammer studio is best known for its horror film output from the mid-1950s through the 1970s. This book lists the hundreds of actresses who appeared in those films, including ones released in the twenty-first century by a resurgent Hammer. Women working behind the scenes were just as important as the ones in front of the camera, so those women are profiled as well. Each woman's entry includes her Hammer filmography, a brief biography if available, and other film credits in the horror genre. The book is also well illustrated, including more than 60 film stills or posters. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By Cotter, Robert Michael. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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In the heroine's journey, the young woman protagonist confronts her dark side and emerges stronger. This quest is a recurring theme in comic books and their screen adaptations. Batgirl, Wonder Woman and Black Widow each find their greatest enemy is their dark mother or shadow twin - the savagery they've rejected in themselves. Supergirl, in her television incarnation, strives to restore her bonds with her sister. This book explores the popular mythos of comics heroines like Jessica Jones, Catwoman, Harley Quinn and the new superwomen of webcomics, who all endure great personal struggle or sacrifice before emerging as female warrior-saviors. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By Frankel, Valerie Estelle.
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by Robert G. Weiner Offering an extensive, annotated guide for students, fans, and collectors of Marvel Comics, this work provides a detailed description of each comic along with a bibliographic citation listing the publication's title, writers/artists, publisher, ISBN (if available), and a plot synopsis. One appendix provides a comprehensive alphabetical index of Marvel and Marvel-related publications to 2005, while two other appendices provide selected lists of Marvel-related game books and unpublished Marvel titles. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
By Robert G. Weiner. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Blake's 7, Terry Nation's science fiction tale of cosmic freedom fighters, became a hit series in Britain when it premiered in 1978. A dramatization of futuristic outlaw heroes who defend the innocent from both alien and human conquering forces, the series might better be said to be equal parts Robin Hood and The Magnificent Seven. This book provides a critical history and episode guide for Blake's 7, including commentaries for all 52 episodes. Also included are analytical essays on the show, dealing with such topics as themes, imagery, and story arc. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By Muir, John Kenneth. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Although he is most remembered for his vast collection of science fiction memorabilia and his frequent sci-fi convention appearances, Forrest J. Ackerman also left a sizeable body of work in print. The extensive bibliography includes listings of books, published letters, articles, fiction, verse, speeches, screenplays, comics, discography, liner notes, and periodicals edited and published by Ackerman. A thorough filmography, a selected listing of nationally televised appearances, and rare photographs of Ackerman throughout his lifetime complete this definitive catalog of one of science fiction's most interesting personalities. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By O'brien, M.. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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This volume collects a wide-ranging sample of fresh analyses of Spider-Man. It traverses boundaries of medium, genre, epistemology, and discipline in essays both insightful and passionate that move forward the study of one of the world's most beloved characters. The editors have crafted the book for fans, creators, and academics alike. Foreword by Tom DeFalco, with poetry and an afterword by Gary Jackson. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By DeFalco, Tom. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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The essays in this collection discuss how comics and graphic narratives can be useful primary texts and learning tools in college and university classes across different disciplines. There are six sections: American Studies, Ethnic Studies, Women's and Gender Studies, Cultural Studies, Genre Studies, and Composition, Rhetoric and Communication. With a combination of practical and theoretical investigations, the book brings together discussions among teacher-scholars to advance the scholarship on teaching comics and graphic narratives. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By Weiner, Robert G.. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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In 1954, the comic book industry instituted the Comics Code, a set of self-regulatory guidelines that effectively banned genuine horror coimcs. Because the Code applied only to color comics, many artists and writers turned to black and white to circumvent the Code's confines. With the 1964 publication of Creepy #1 by Warren Publishing, black-and-white horror comics experienced a revival that continued into the early 21st century. This work offers a comprehensive history and retrospective of the black-and-white horror coimcs that flourished on the newsstands from 1964 to 2004. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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(W) Robert Michael 'Bobb' Cotter Doc Savage is not only the prototype of the modern fictional superhero; he was also a seminal force in creating multimedia crossovers. The character exploded onto the scene in 1933, with the Great Depression and the gathering clouds of war as a cultural backdrop. The series is examined in relation to historic events and changing audience tastes, with special attention on the horror and science-fiction elements. The artwork features illustrations, covers, and original art. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
By Robert Michael Cotter. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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(W) Micharl R. Pitts Between 1952 and 1977, Allied Artists Pictures Corporation released over 80 feature films with horror, science fiction, and fantasy themes, several of them featuring such genre stars as Vincent Price, Boris Karloff, John Carradine and Lon Chaney, Jr. Among Allied Artists' contributions are the classic Invasion of the Body Snatchers, the William Castle production House on Haunted Hill, and camp favorite Frankenstein Meets the Space Monster. Included here are detailed plot synopses and critical analyses of all of the films, plus features, including Little Shop of Horrors, made by other companies and released to television by Allied. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By Michael R. Pitts. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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(E) Robert G. Weiner Full of practical advice and innovative ideas for librarians, educators, and archivists, this book provides a wide-reaching look at how graphic novels and comics can be used to their full advantage in educational settings. Topics include: the historically tenuous relationship between comics and librarians; the aesthetic value of sequential art; the use of graphic novels in library outreach services; tips and tricks for cataloging comics; and the swiftly growing realm of webcomics. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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By Robert G. Weiner. Artist Na. Cover by na.
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(W) Mark S. Reinhart Since his film debut in the 1940s, Batman and his alter ego Bruce Wayne have been a regular presence in movies. In various incarnations, Batman has remained an American icon, capturing the imagination of each successive generation of moviegoers. This study documents his live-action film adventures, from the 1940's film serials, through 1966 television series, up to the summer blockbusters that began with 1989's Batman starring Michael Keaton. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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(E) Andrew Ireland Created as a spinoff of Doctor Who, the BBC television series Torchwood is a unique blend of science fiction and fantasy, with much more of an adult flavor than its progenitor. With its memorable characters, adult language, subversive humor, and openly homosexual and bisexual storylines, Torchwood provides a wealth of material for scholarly analysis and debate. Using Torchwood as its focal point, this collection of essays by experts and enthusiasts provides an interpretive framework for understanding the continually developing forms and genres of contemporary television drama. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
By Andrew Ireland. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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From Alien Nation to World of Giants, this reference work provides comprehensive episode guides and cast and production credits for 62 science fiction series that were aired from 1959 through 1989. For each episode, a brief synopsis is given, along with the writer and director of the show and the guest cast. Using extensive research and interviews with writers, directors, actors, stuntmen and many of the show's creators, an essay about each of the shows is also provided, covering such issues as its genesis and its network and syndication histories. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
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