Peaslee, Robert Moses

The Supervillain Reader

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ISBN 13:: 9781496826473
author:: Peaslee, Robert Moses
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: University Press of Mississippi
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 416
Dimensions:: 23.5 x 15.6 centimetres (0.66 kg
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Popular Culture,
Condition:: New
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£22.70

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The Supervillain Reader brings together a diverse range of perspectives on the enduring fascination with villains in popular culture. From ancient mythological texts to modern comics and sequential art, this innovative collection explores why we are so drawn to characters who embody complexity and opposition. Featuring essays, book excerpts, and original content from leading scholars and writers, The Supervillain Reader delves into the concept of the supervillain as a vital part of narratives across various media. By examining how villains like the Joker, Lex Luthor, and Darth Vader are crafted to be compelling and proactive, this collection sheds light on the complexities of storytelling and our collective fascination with characters who embody both good and evil. Through its diverse range of contributors, The Supervillain Reader offers a rich tapestry of thought regarding villains in all their manifestations.

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