Borenstein, Eliot
Marvel Comics in the 1970s: The World inside Your Head
- ISBN 13:
- 9781501769368
- author:
- Borenstein, Eliot
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cornell University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 282
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Popular Culture,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Marvel Comics in the 1970s: A Groundbreaking Era In the 1970s, Marvel Comics underwent a significant transformation, marked by innovative storytelling and the emergence of a new generation of writers. This period saw the rise of the underground comics scene and the birth of the prestige graphic novel, as writers like Steve Gerber, Doug Moench, and Don McGregor pushed the boundaries of the medium. At the heart of this transformation were the characters that defined the era, including Black Panther, Shang-Chi, Deathlok, Dracula, Killraven, Man-Thing, and Howard the Duck. Through their stories, these writers explored the inner lives of their characters, creating complex and nuanced characters that would lay the groundwork for future artistic achievements. This book provides a fascinating look at the brilliant and sometimes imperfect creations that emerged during this pivotal period in Marvel's history, shedding light on the key role that writers played in shaping the medium's future.
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