Rifas, Leonard
Korean War Comic Books
- ISBN 13:
- 9780786443963
- author:
- Rifas, Leonard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- McFarland and Company, Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 17.8 x 1.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, Korean War,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Korean War Comic Books by Leonard Rifas offers a unique perspective on this pivotal conflict. By examining comic books that depicted and responded to the war, Rifas sheds light on the role of comics in shaping public perception and understanding of the event. These comics, both fictional and fact-based, reveal how they were used as propaganda tools, justifying the war's necessity and morality. The book delves into various aspects of the war, including its origins, germ warfare, brainwashing, Cold War espionage, and atrocities committed during this period. Through a critical analysis of these comic books, Rifas provides insight into the anti-comics movement, led by psychiatrist Fredric Wertham, who criticized their portrayal of violence. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the intersection of comics, history, and social commentary.