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Joseph J Darowski, Kate Darowski
Survivor forever changed the entertainment industry when it became a hit, bringing reality TV to mainstream audiences and launching one of the most enduring franchises on television. This book analyzes…
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While many superheroes have multiple powers and complex gadgets, the Flash is simply fast. This simplicity makes his character easily comprehendible. This collection of essays serves as a stepping-stone to…
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Examines stories from one of Marvel Comic’s most popular franchises in light of the contemporary cultures when those comic books originally produced. With essays that address tales from some of…
Joseph J. Darowski
The Incredible Hulk is one of the earliest Marvel Comics superheroes. This collection of new essays explores Marvel’s more than five decades of Hulk comics. The contributors analyse the Hulk…
Examines more than five decades of Justice League comics and related titles. Exploring both the popular culture and relevant events of the day, the contributors discuss how the Vietnam War…
Black Panther was the first black superhero in mainstream comic books, and his most iconic adventures are analysed here. This collection explores Black Panther’s place in the Marvel universe, focusing…
The X-Men comic book franchise is one of the most popular of all time and also one of the most intriguing to critically analyse. With storylines that often contain overt…
Billionaire industrialist, cold warrior, weapons designer, alcoholic, philanthropist, Avenger-Tony Stark, alter-ego of Marvel Comics’ Iron Man, has played many roles in his five decades as a superhero. This collection of…
Among both fans and the academic community, there is a general assumption that the X-Men franchise is one of the most progressive and inclusive superhero comic books that has been…
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Ever since Superman first appeared on the cover of Action Comics #1 in 1938, the superhero has changed with the times to remain a relevant icon of American popular culture…
These essays examine a specific period or storyline from Wonder Woman comic books and analyzes that story in regard to contemporary issues in American society. Tracing Wonder Woman through seven…
Joseph J. Darowski,Kate Darowski
A fascinating look into one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time, Cheers: A Cultural History examines the early struggles of the show to find an audience to its…
Joseph J. Darowski, Kate Darowski
Frasier is one of the most critically acclaimed series in television history, winning an astounding thirty-seven Emmys. This book shows how the series managed to create its own identity and…
Frasier is one of the most critically acclaimed series in television history: The series won more Emmys than any other comedy series. This book shows how the series managed to…
