The Man from Krypton: A Closer Look at Superman (Smart Pop Series) - Softcover

Book 37 of 39: Smart Pop
  • 3.76 out of 5 stars
    75 ratings by Goodreads
 
9781932100778: The Man from Krypton: A Closer Look at Superman (Smart Pop Series)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1932100776 ISBN 13: 9781932100778
Publisher: Smart Pop, 2006

Synopsis

Leading writers discuss, debate, and celebrate the legend of Superman in this anthology, contending that his legend is a truly American myth. Superman was an immigrant with little more than the clothes on his back and raised by simple farmers, absorbing their humble values. He always chose to do the right thing, fighting for truth, justice, and the American way, and represents America at its best. The in-depth analyses of the comics, films and cartoons are at turns funny, philosophical, insightful, and personal, exploring every aspect of the Superman legend.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

About the Author

Glenn Yeffeth is the editor of several anthologies in the Smart Pop series, including Anthology at the End of the Universe, Farscape Forever!, Five Seasons of Angel, Navigating the Golden Compass, Seven Seasons of Buffy, Taking the Red Pill, and What Would Sipowitz Do?

Reviews

Adult/High School–These 20 essays examine the Man of Steel from various perspectives, including his relationships with women and with Batman, the actors who have portrayed him, and what he stands for. The entries are articulate, thought-provoking, and often funny. Lawrence Watt-Evans points out that Superman's suit is made from his baby blanket–the ultimate security object. Adam-Troy Castro explains Six Things That Plain Don't Make Any Sense about Superman. Other contributors take a more scholarly approach, examining Superman's connections to Nietzsche or to Gilgamesh. Some give attention to his alter ego, Clark Kent. Most of the material is recent, except for Larry Niven's classic Man of Steel, Woman of Kleenex. This collection is well-rounded, well-chosen, and interesting. Any fan of Superman–or anyone with an interest in popular culture–will find it fascinating.–Susan Salpini, formerly at TASIS–The American School in England
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Publisher
Smart Pop
Publication date
2006
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1932100776
ISBN 13 
9781932100778
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
229
Editor
Glenn Yeffeth
Rating
  • 3.76 out of 5 stars
    75 ratings by Goodreads