The Brave and the Bold (1955-) #76

The Brave and the Bold (1955-) #76
Author: Bob Haney
Publisher: DC Comics
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2017-06-15
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN:

After a series of complex heists, the Molder attracts the attention of Batman, who begins a manhunt to find the sculpting villain. The Molder gains the upper hand when he traps Batman in front of an oncoming train, however the Caped Crusader is saved by Plastic Man. The two heroes team up, and in spite of the fact that the Molder's weapons work against Plastic Man's abilities, the two heroes manage to trip up the crook enough for Batman to defeat him and turn him over to the police.

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #1

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #1
Author: Liam Sharp
Publisher: DC Comics
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2018-02-21
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN:

Don’t miss the start of a new, six-issue miniseries written and illustrated by Liam Sharp (WONDER WOMAN)! When a Celtic god’s murder leads to a war between the fairy folk and a possible breach between worlds, Wonder Woman must find the murderer and keep the peace while Batman investigates strange occurrences in Gotham City. As Diana must turn to the World’s Greatest Detective for help, the two heroes quickly learn their cases may be connected.

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #4

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #4
Author: Liam Sharp
Publisher: DC Comics
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2018-05-16
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN:

What do you do after you unknowingly make a deal with the devil that transforms you into Brimstone, and you canÕt stop the constant feeling of screaming, fiery pain burning from head to toe? Joe Chamberlain is determined to relieve himself of this curse by tracking the devil by his tail. That is, if the devilÕs Hound doesnÕt get to him firstÉ

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #3

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #3
Author: Liam Sharp
Publisher: DC Comics
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2018-04-18
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN:

Batman arrives in Tir Na Nog to help Wonder Woman solve the mystery of a murdered god. But while he may be the World's Greatest Detective, he soon learns that the techniques he uses on our world may not aid him in this strange new one. As the investigation continues and new suspects are revealed, this dynamic duo learns that they each may be more dangerous than the last.

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #2

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #2
Author: Liam Sharp
Publisher: DC Comics
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2018-03-21
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN:

Batman finds himself drawn further into a world of Celtic myth and supernatural mysteries as Wonder Woman calls on the Dark Knight Detective to investigate the murder of a once-powerful Irish god. In a world where the normal rules of investigation don’t apply and any clue can be obscured by charms and magic, the two Justice Leaguers must rely on each other to unlock a murder someone is trying to hide.

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #5

The Brave and the Bold: Batman and Wonder Woman (2018-) #5
Author: Liam Sharp
Publisher: DC Comics
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2018-06-20
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN:

ThereÕs a grave missing detail of Batman and Wonder WomanÕs investigation into the death of King ElathaÑitÕs not only about who killed him, but also what it means. As one king dies, another must ariseÉlong live the new king Balor Evil-Eye! Now Batman and Wonder Woman must fight alongside Tir Na N—g and destroy its causeways to our dimension!

Why We Need Superheroes

Why We Need Superheroes
Author: Jeffrey Kahan
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 274
Release: 2021-12-09
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1476644977

Comic books and superhero stories mirror essential societal values and beliefs. We can be Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Spider-Man, Black Panther or Rocket Raccoon through our everyday choices. We can't fly, fix hyper drives or hear human heartbeats a mile away, but we can think about what Matt Murdock would do in a conflict, how Superman would respond to natural disasters and how Captain America would handle humanitarian crises. This book analyzes the impact of dozens of comics by examining the noble personalities, traits and actions of the main characters. Chapters detail how superheroes, comic books and other pop culture phenomena offer more than pure entertainment, and how we can better model ourselves after our favorite heroes. Through our good deeds, quick thinking and positive choices, we can become more like superheroes than we ever imagined.

Adapting Superman

Adapting Superman
Author: John Darowski
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2021-05-29
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1476642397

Almost immediately after his first appearance in comic books in June 1938, Superman began to be adapted to other media. The subsequent decades have brought even more adaptations of the Man of Steel, his friends, family, and enemies in film, television, comic strip, radio, novels, video games, and even a musical. The rapid adaptation of the Man of Steel occurred before the character and storyworld were fully developed on the comic book page, allowing the adaptations an unprecedented level of freedom and adaptability. The essays in this collection provide specific insight into the practice of adapting Superman from comic books to other media and cultural contexts through a variety of methods, including social, economic, and political contexts. Authors touch on subjects such as the different international receptions to the characters, the evolution of both Clark Kent's character and Superman's powers, the importance of the radio, how the adaptations interact with issues such as racism and Cold War paranoia, and the role of fan fiction in the franchise. By applying a wide range of critical approaches to adaption and Superman, this collection offers new insights into our popular entertainment and our cultural history.

The Official Overstreet

The Official Overstreet
Author: Robert M. Overstreet
Publisher: House of Collectibles
Total Pages: 932
Release: 2003
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9781400046683

"'The bible for all comic book collectors' is not an exaggeration for this dependable guide...an indispensable part of any comic book collector's library [and] a standard reference that has stood the test of time." -- "Maine Antique Digest "The Official(R) Overstreet(R) Comic Book Price Guide is the one-volume, professional sourcebook for America's most popular collectible which no comic book collector or investor can afford to be without. This incredible 33rd edition brings you more information than ever before, including: LATEST PRICING INFORMATION From the early 1800s to the present, this is the most comprehensive resource of comic books and graphic novels, listed alphabetically by title, illustrated, and priced according to its condition. No other guide provides a more complete record of existing comic books and their prices. MARKET TRENDS AND INSIDERS' TIPS With the renowned Overstreet Market Report by Robert M. Overstreet, which also includes many important tips from other experts in the comic book industry, this guide contains all the current information that is circulating throughout this hot collecting area. You will find the latest titles, the strongest demands, the most valuable issues, and the newest finds in old comics. BUYING AND SELLING KNOW HOW Packed with essential information on grading, collecting and restoration of comic books, this book gives you everything you need to build and maintain a substantial comic book collection. FABULOUS PHOTOS More than 1,500 black and white photos of those unforgettable covers -- "plus the celebrated all-color Cover Gallery of your favorite comic books throughout the ages -- fill the book. SPECIAL FEATURE ARTICLES * X-Men 2 -- Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the X-Men * The debut of the Sub-Mariner * The Original Super-Team - The Justice Society of America BUY IT USE IT BECOME AN EXPERT

Empire of the Superheroes

Empire of the Superheroes
Author: Mark Cotta Vaz
Publisher: University of Texas Press
Total Pages: 489
Release: 2021-01-05
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1477321829

Superman may be faster than a speeding bullet, but even he can't outrun copyright law. Since the dawn of the pulp hero in the 1930s, publishers and authors have fought over the privilege of making money off of comics, and the authors and artists usually have lost. Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, the creators of Superman, got all of $130 for the rights to the hero. In Empire of the Superheroes, Mark Cotta Vaz argues that licensing and litigation do as much as any ink-stained creator to shape the mythology of comic characters. Vaz reveals just how precarious life was for the legends of the industry. Siegel and Shuster—and their heirs—spent seventy years battling lawyers to regain rights to Superman. Jack Kirby and Joe Simon were cheated out of their interest in Captain America, and Kirby's children brought a case against Marvel to the doorstep of the Supreme Court. To make matters worse, the infant comics medium was nearly strangled in its crib by censorship and moral condemnation. For the writers and illustrators now celebrated as visionaries, the "golden age" of comics felt more like hard times. The fantastical characters that now earn Hollywood billions have all-too-human roots. Empire of the Superheroes digs them up, detailing the creative martyrdom at the heart of a pop-culture powerhouse.