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Captain America and the Struggle of the Superhero
By:"Robert G. Weiner"
Published on 2009-03-10 by McFarland

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This Book was ranked 8 by Google Books for keyword captain america.

Captain America and the Nationalist Superhero
By:"Jason Dittmer"
Published on 2013 by Temple University Press

Nationalist superheroes—such as Captain America, Captain Canuck, and Union Jack—often signify the “nation-state” for readers, but how do these characters and comic books address issues of multiculturalism and geopolitical order? In his engaging book Captain America and the Nationalist Superhero, geographer Jason Dittmer traces the evolution of the comic book genre as it adapted to new national audiences. He argues that these iconic superheroes contribute to our contemporary understandings of national identity, the righteous use of power, and the role of the United States, Canada, and Britain in the world. Tracing the nationalist superhero genre from its World War II origins to contemporary manifestations throughout the world, Captain America and the Nationalist Superhero analyzes nearly one thousand comic books and audience responses to those books. Dittmer also interviews key comic book writers from Stan Lee and J. M. DeMatteis to Steve Englehart and Paul Cornell. At a time when popular culture is saturated with superheroes and their exploits, Captain America and the Nationalist Superhero highlights the unique relationship between popular culture and international relations.

This Book was ranked 10 by Google Books for keyword captain america.

Captain America and the Struggle of the Superhero
By:"Robert G. Weiner"
Published on 2009-03-10 by McFarland

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This Book was ranked 8 by Google Books for keyword captain america.

Captain America and the Nationalist Superhero
By:"Jason Dittmer"
Published on 2013 by Temple University Press

Nationalist superheroes—such as Captain America, Captain Canuck, and Union Jack—often signify the “nation-state” for readers, but how do these characters and comic books address issues of multiculturalism and geopolitical order? In his engaging book Captain America and the Nationalist Superhero, geographer Jason Dittmer traces the evolution of the comic book genre as it adapted to new national audiences. He argues that these iconic superheroes contribute to our contemporary understandings of national identity, the righteous use of power, and the role of the United States, Canada, and Britain in the world. Tracing the nationalist superhero genre from its World War II origins to contemporary manifestations throughout the world, Captain America and the Nationalist Superhero analyzes nearly one thousand comic books and audience responses to those books. Dittmer also interviews key comic book writers from Stan Lee and J. M. DeMatteis to Steve Englehart and Paul Cornell. At a time when popular culture is saturated with superheroes and their exploits, Captain America and the Nationalist Superhero highlights the unique relationship between popular culture and international relations.

This Book was ranked 9 by Google Books for keyword captain america.

The Meaning of Superhero Comic Books
By:"Terrence R. Wandtke"
Published on 2012-06-08 by McFarland

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This Book was ranked 32 by Google Books for keyword marvel comic books.

Comic Book Superhero Collectible Pin-Back Buttons and Badges of the 1940s-1960s
By:"Jonathon Jones"
Published on 2013-02-04 by Lulu Press, Inc

Collectors of comic book superhero memorabilia as well as vintage pinback buttons are quite abundant in today’s day and age. However, what both groups are often unaware of is the sheer abundance and variety of items that contain elements of both collectible types. This unique book dives headfirst into an often-unknown collection type that features pin-backs and badges that represent these iconic characters. Combining unique historical insights, origin points for the pins themselves, and a variety of over 200 pictures, this identification guide will both delight and amaze a variety of people of all ages who have always loved superheroes.

This Book was ranked 37 by Google Books for keyword marvel comic books.