(E) Donald E. Palumbo, C.W. Sullivan III From Doctor Who to Lost, a select group of television series - The Prisoner, Twin Peaks, The X-Files, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Lost, Heroes, Doctor Who, and Star Trek - with strong elements of fantasy has achieved cult status. This work analyzes what makes these programs unique, and what they have in common. Included are assessments of the strategies used to promote the series' appeal, an explanation of 'transmedia' storytelling, and analysis of changes within broadcasting that have enabled 'telefantasy' to transcend niche status and enjoy prominence and popularity. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 06/05/11
By Sue Short. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Data di uscita: 29/06/11 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
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Throughout the long-running BBC series Doctor Who, the Doctor has rarely been alone; his companions are essential. Male or (mostly) female, alien or (mostly) human, young or old (none as old as he), the dozens of companions who have travelled with him over the past 50 years have served as sympathetic proxies for the audience. This collection of new essays examines the role of the companion as an intermediate between viewers and the Doctor. The contributors discuss who travels with the Doctor and why, how they interact, how the companions influence the narrative and how their journeys change them. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 05/08/16
By Don MacNaughtan. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Data di uscita: 07/09/16
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This is a book about the comics genre and language, how these were used to create Batman, and how that character's longevity is largely due to the medium's unique formal qualities. It argues that Batman's core appeal is his mythic nature which allows him to transcend changes in reader tastes, the vicissitudes of the comics industry, and the changing media landscape. It is a study of how the formal aspects of comics are able to evoke uniquely mythic qualities that have made Batman such a long-lived cultural phenomenon. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 04/07/14
By Wainer, Alex M..
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Data di uscita: 13/08/14
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Since its debut manga RG Veda, CLAMP has steadily asserted itself as one of the most widely renowned teams of manga artists, leaving a durable imprint in every established genre while also devising novel formulas along the way. Exploring a selection of CLAMP manga as well as anime it inspired, this volume examines CLAMP's broader philosophical underpinnings, its dedication to the invention of elaborate narrative constructs, its legendary passion for multilayered universes, and its symbolic interpretation of human identity. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 30/03/12
By Cavallaro, Dani. Artist Na. Cover by Clamp,.
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Data di uscita: 30/05/12
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Billionaire industrialist, cold warrior, weapons designer, alcoholic, philanthropist, Avenger - Tony Stark, the alter-ego of Marvel Comics' Iron Man, has played many roles in his five decades as a superhero. From his 1963 comics debut in Tales of Suspense to the recent film adaptations, hundreds of creators have had a hand in writing the character with evolving depictions and distinct artistic styles. This collection of essays provides an historical overview of an important figure in American popular culture and a close reading of Iron Man's most iconic story lines, including his origin in Vietnam, 'Demon in a Bottle,' 'Civil War,' and 'Extremis.' (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 31/07/15
By Darowski, Joseph J.. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Pagina del Previews (JUL/2015): 451
Data di uscita: 30/09/15
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Dick Grayson - alter-ego of the original Robin of Batman - has gone through various changes in his 75 years as a superhero but has remained the optimistic, humorous character readers first embraced in 1940. The first scholarly work to focus exclusively on the Boy Wonder, this collection of new essays features critical analysis, as well as interviews with some of the biggest names to write Dick Grayson, including Chuck Dixon, Devin Grayson and Marv Wolfman. The contributors discuss his vital place in the Batman saga, his growth and development into an independent hero, Nightwing, and the many storyline connections which put him at the center of the DC Universe. His character is explored in the contexts of feminism, trauma, friendship and masculinity. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 31/07/15
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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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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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Pagina del Previews (JAN/2015): 421
Data di uscita: 25/03/15
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This book explores the connections between comics and Gothic from four different angles: historical, formal, cultural and textual. It identifies structures, styles and themes drawn from literary gothic traditions and discusses their presence in British and American comics today, with particular attention to the DC Vertigo imprint. Part One offers an historical approach to British and American comics and Gothic, Part Two argues for an holistic model based around the symbols of the crypt, the spectre and the archive, and Part Three combines cultural and textual analysis, concluding with case studies of two of the most famous gothic archetypes in comics: the vampire and the zombie. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 06/06/14
By Rgray Ii; B Kaklamanidou. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Pagina del Previews (MAY/2014): 449
Data di uscita: 23/07/14
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Although the idea that graphic narratives represent an important literary form is still debated in academic circles, in recent years comics scholarship has emerged into wider contexts. This collection of essays considers various literary approaches to graphic narrative and sequential art. By bringing literary theory to bear on graphic narrative and balancing readings of individual texts with larger ideas about comics scholarship as a whole, this work expands our understanding of the form itself and its engagement with political culture. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 01/06/12
By Rgray Ii; B Kaklamanidou. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Pagina del Previews (MAY/2012): 355
Data di uscita: 25/07/12
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(W) Jane Frank, Robert Weinberg This biographical dictionary documents 400 artists whose contributions to science fiction and fantasy literature helped define the 20th century as the 'Science Fiction Century.' In addition to providing biographical data on artists from Chris Achilleos to John Michael Zeleznik, each entry also includes a bibliographic listing of each artist's published work in the genre. The book also includes an extensive and informative historical overview of modern science fiction art. Appendices list the recipients of all major awards specific to science fiction and fantasy art, including the Hugo Awards and the World Fantasy Awards, among others. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
By Jane Frank. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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This collection of fresh essays addresses a broad range of topics in the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who, both old and new. The book begins with the fan: There are essays on how the show is viewed and identified with, fan interactions with each other, reactions to changes, the wilderness years when it wasn't in production. Essays then look at the ways in which the stories are told. After discussing the stories and devices and themes, the essays turn to looking at the Doctor's female companions and how they evolve, are used, and changed by their journey with the Doctor. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 31/05/13
By Don MacNaughtan. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Data di uscita: 03/07/13 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
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Widely regarded as Japan's greatest animated director, Hayao Miyazaki creates films lauded for vibrant characters and meaningful narrative themes. Examining the messages of his 10 full-length films, from Nausicaä (1984) to The Wind Rises (2013), this study analyzes each for its religious, philosophical and ethical implications. Miyazaki's work addresses a coherent set of human concerns, including adolescence, good and evil, our relationship to the past, our place in the natural order, and the problems of living in a complex and ambiguous world. Exhibiting religious influences without religious endorsement, his films enjoin nonjudgment and perseverance in everyday life. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 02/12/16
By Reinders, Eric.
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Data di uscita: 25/01/17
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(W) Marc Dipaolo Superhero adventure comics have a long history of commenting upon American public opinion and government policy, and the surge in the popularity of comics since the events of September 11, 2001, ensures their continued relevance. This critical text examines the 70-year history of comic book superheroes on film and in comic books and their reflections of the politics of their time. Superheroes addressed include Batman, Wonder Woman, Spider-Man, Superman, the Fantastic Four and the X-Men, and topics covered include American wars, conflicts, and public policy. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
Ordinabile fino al 09/09/11
By Marc Dipaolo. Artist Na. Cover by Na.
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Pagina del Previews (AUG/2011): 348
Data di uscita: 05/10/11
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by Michelle Nolan For the better part of three decades romance comics were an American institution. Nearly 6,000 romance comics were published between 1947 and 1977, and there was a time when one of every five comics sold in the U.S. was a romance comic. This first book devoted entirely to the rarely studied world of romance comics features information on several types of romance comics and their creators, plus the history, numbers, and publishing frequency of dozens of romance titles. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
By Michelle Nolan. Artist Various. Cover by Na.
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Data di uscita: 25/02/09
by K. Dale Koontz Joss Whedon once identified himself as an 'angry, hard-line atheist' who is nevertheless 'fascinated by the concept of devotion.' While organized religion seems to hold no satisfactory answers for Whedon, his dedication to exploring the meanings of faith and belief can be seen in many of the characters he has created for such works as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Firefly, Serenity, and Fray. This work examines a variety of Whedon's characters and discusses what can be learned from their struggles and discoveries regarding religion and belief. (immagine) Categoria: Books: novel/sci fi/horror
By K Dale Koontz. Artist na. Cover by na.
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Pagina del Previews (MAR/2008): 409
Data di uscita: 28/05/08 (può ritardare di 60 giorni)
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