Marvel Comics has a tradition of addressing relevant real-life issues facing the American public. With the publication of Civil War (2006-2007), they focused on contemporary anxieties such as terrorism and threats to privacy and other civil liberties. This collection of essays explores the Civil War series and its tie-in titles from the perspectives of history, political science, sociology, psychology, literary criticism, law, philosophy and education. The contributors provide a close reading of the series' main theme - the appropriate balance between freedom and security - and discuss how that balance affects citizenship, race, gender and identity construction in 21st-century America. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 04/12/15
By Scott, Kevin Michael. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Pagina del Previews (NOV/2015): 431
Data di uscita: 06/01/16
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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
Ordinabile fino al 05/10/12
By Bissette, Stephen R.. Artist Na. Cover by Na. (NOTE: early solicit for December)
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Data di uscita: 26/12/12 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
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One of Marvel Comic's most popular franchises for five decades, the Avengers have always been reflective of their times, having adapted to an evolving readership to remain relevant. This collection of fresh essays by popular culture scholars examines Avengers story lines such as the Korvac Saga, Civil War, and Secret Invasion, and scrutinizes key characters including the Black Panther and Hank Pym. Essays explore how real-world events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War, the end of the Cold War, and 9/11 influenced popular entertainment in America. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 06/02/15
By Darowski, Joseph J.. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Data di uscita: 25/03/15
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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
Ordinabile fino al 10/03/17
By Frankel, Valerie Estelle.
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Data di uscita: 26/04/17 (può ritardare di 30 giorni)
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Beloved by young girls around the world, Hasbro's My Little Pony franchise has been mired in controversy since its debut in the early 1980s. Critics dismissed the cartoons as toy advertisements, and derided their embrace of femininity. This first comprehensive study of My Little Pony explores the history and cultural significance of the franchise through Season 5 of Friendship Is Magic and the first three Equestria Girls films. The high-profile fans known as Bronies are also discussed, covering the media's problematic reaction to them and the Bronies' response when the My Little Pony cartoons didn't conform to their expectations. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 06/01/17
By Connelly, Sherilyn.
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Pagina del Previews (DEC/2016): 453
Data di uscita: 01/03/17
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Sean Connery began the sixties spy movie boom playing James Bond in Dr. No and From Russia with Love. Their success inspired every studio in Hollywood and Europe to release everything from serious knockoffs to spoofs. Profiled herein are 107 dazzling women, well-known and unknown, who had film and television appearances in the spy genre. Each profile includes a filmography that lists the actresses' more notable films. Some include the actresses' candid comments and anecdotes about their films and television shows, the people they worked with, and their feelings about acting in the spy genre are offered throughout. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 10/03/17
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Data di uscita: 26/04/17
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Marvel Studios' approach to its Cinematic Universe, beginning with the release of Iron Man (2008), has become the template for successful management of blockbuster film properties. Yet films featuring Marvel characters can be traced back to the 1940s, when the Captain America serial first appeared on the screen. This collection of new essays is the first to explore the historical, textual and cultural context of the larger cinematic Marvel universe, including serials, animated films, television movies, non-U.S. versions of Marvel characters, films that feature characters licensed by Marvel, and the contemporary Cinematic Universe as conceived by Kevin Feige and Marvel Studios. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 01/07/16
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Data di uscita: 03/08/16
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Since Hopalong Cassidy and the Lone Ranger blazed their first trails on television in 1949, Westerns have been the genre of choice for 180 series through 1996. From Adventures of Briscoe County, Jr., through Zorro and Son, this comprehensive reference work covers all 180 Western series. Each entry opens with a listing of the broadcast history of the series, including original network, day and time. This is followed by a listing of the regular cast members and a brief premise of the series. The individual episodes are then covered, with the title, original air date, leading guest stars and a brief synopsis given. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 31/05/13
By Lentz III, Harris M.. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Pagina del Previews (MAY/2013): 386
Data di uscita: 31/07/13 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
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by John Kenneth Muir It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a complete guide to over 50 years of superheroes on screen! This expanded and updated edition of the 2004 award-winning encyclopedia covers important developments in the popular genre, adds new shows such as Heroes and Zoom, includes the latest films featuring icons like Superman, Spiderman, and Batman, and covers even more types of superheroes. Each entry includes a detailed history, cast and credits, episode and film descriptions, critical commentaries, and data on arch-villains, gadgets, comic-book origins, and super powers, while placing each production into its historical context. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
By John Kenneth Muir. Artist na. Cover by na.
Prezzo di copertina: USD 75,75
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Pagina del Previews (DEC/2008): 351
Data di uscita: 25/02/09 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
(W) Sara J. Van Ness Watchmen has been hailed as the quintessential graphic novel and has spawned a body of literary criticism since its initial publication. This work explores the graphic novel's reception in both popular and scholarly arenas and how the conceptual relationship between images and words affects the reading experience. Other topics include heroism as a stereotype and the hero's journey. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 04/05/10
By Sara J. Van Ness. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Pagina del Previews (APR/2010): 340
Data di uscita: 02/06/10
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Though best known for its horror films, Hammer produced a wide variety of movies in many genres. The British studio was famous for its exciting stories and expert action, all on very small budgets and short shooting schedules. From The Public Life of Henry the Ninth (1935) to The Lady Vanishes (1978), this is the definitive work on Hammer's 165 films. Complete filmographic data are provided for each film, including release dates in both the United Kingdom and the United States, running time, length, distributor, complete cast and production credits, and alternate titles. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 06/07/12
By Johnson, Tom. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Pagina del Previews (JUN/2012): 367
Data di uscita: 29/08/12 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
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Since her first appearance in 1991, Harley Quinn - eccentric female sidekick to the Joker - has captured the attention of readers like few new characters have in eight decades of Batman comics. Her bubbly yet malicious persona has earned her a loyal and growing fan base as she has crossed over into television, theater, video games and film. In this collection of new essays, contributors explore her various iterations, focusing on her origin and contexts, the implications of her abusive relationship with the Joker, her relationships with other characters, her representations across media, and the philosophic basis of her character. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 06/10/17
Prezzo di copertina: USD 19,99
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Pagina del Previews (SEP/2017): 468
Data di uscita: 15/11/17
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(W) Jon Abbott The face of 1980s television was shaped by a man who stayed behind the scenes. Stephen Cannell changed the face of the action-adventure genre, updating the crime-show format with a hybrid of rebellious morality, juvenile wit, intelligent sarcasm, and radical conservatism. This book discusses in detail the programs of the writer-producer and lists every episode of his award-winning productions from the early 1970s to the early '90s. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 04/01/11
By Jon Abbott. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Data di uscita: 23/02/11 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
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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
Ordinabile fino al 05/10/10
By J Goggin; D Hassler-Forest. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Pagina del Previews (SEP/2010): 329
Data di uscita: 24/11/10 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
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(E) Robert G. Weiner For more than 60 years, Captain America was one of Marvel Comics' flagship characters, representing truth, strength, liberty, and justice. This book discusses topics including the representation of Nazi Germany in comics from the 1940s to the 1960s; the creation of Captain America in light of the Jewish American experience; the relationship between Captain America and UK Marvel's Captain Britain; the groundbreaking partnership between Captain America and African-American superhero the Falcon; and the attempts made to kill the character before his 'real' death. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
By Robert G Weiner. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Data di uscita: 26/08/09 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
Doctor Who is very much a part of British popular culture, and the Doctor has become a British icon. Nevertheless, thanks to BBC America as well as the Doctor's recent visits to the U.S., the series is becoming more susceptible to an 'American influence.' Doctor Who and recent spinoffs Torchwood and The Sarah Jane Adventures offer American audiences very different insights into the Whoniverse and have met with varying degrees of success. Plus, the radio dramas, audiobooks, comics, and novels give U.S. and U.K. audiences different understandings of the lead characters. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 04/01/13
By Porter, Lynette. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Data di uscita: 13/02/13 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
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