The Bronze Age of Comics: Superhuman Volume 1

Volume 1

By: William Schoell

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

THE BRONZE AGE OF COMICS: SUPERHUMAN Volume One looks at super-hero comic books from 1970 to 1983, with sections on such characters as Batman, The Flash, New Teen Titans, Justice League, Sub-Mariner, The Avengers, Spider-Man, Wonder Woman, Thor, X-Men, Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes, and more. There are also sections on Ms. Marvel, Black Widow, The Cat and Tigra, Aquaman, Iron Fist, Master of Kung Fu, Power Man and many more, with such chapters as "Kung Fu Fighters," "Black is Beautiful." and "Some of Marvel's Super Ladies." And let's not forget series starring the Joker, Freedom Fighters, All-Star Squadron, Black Goliath, The New Mutants, the Champions, the Beast, not to mention Super-Villain Team-Up with Namor and Dr. Doom! This is an engaging look at some of the greatest comics ever published, highlighting the most memorable series and issues, the best writers, and most notable artists. A critical and historical survey, this volume provides a detailed, exhaustive look at each series.A great addition to a comic fan's book shelf. It was in the bronze age that "relevance" took hold of many comics, although many were just for fun -- in any case, comics were growing up! WILLIAM SCHOELL is the author of numerous books on pop culture and other subjects, including THE SILVER AGE OF COMICS, COMIC BOOK HEROES OF THE SCREEN,, and THE HORROR COMICS: FIENDS, FREAKS AND FANTASTIC CREATURES. He is also author of THE RAT PACK: NEON NIGHTS WITH THE KINGS OF COOL and MARTINI MAN: THE LIFE OF DEAN MARTIN. His novels include MONSTER WORLD, FATAL BEAUTY, SAURIAN, THE DRAGON, and others.