Murray, Chris

The British Superhero

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ISBN 13:: 9781496820266
author:: Murray, Chris
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: University Press of Mississippi
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2018
Pages:: 318
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 centimetres (0.50 kg
Genre:: History, Europe, Great Britain
Condition:: New
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The British Superhero explores the largely unknown history of superheroes in Britain. Contrary to popular belief, Britain has a rich tradition of superhero comics that often commented on the relationship between Britain and America. Chris Murray reveals how these comics were influenced by various cultural forces, including science fiction writing of the 1920s and 1930s, penny dreadfuls, and boys' weeklies. He identifies the emergence of British superheroes in the 1940s and chronicles their evolution over time, including the advent of "fake" American comics and the impact of the British Invasion of the 1980s. This book sheds new light on a fascinating aspect of comic book history, featuring a range of iconic characters such as Powerman, Captain Zenith, and Bananaman.

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