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Superhero Smart: Real-World Facts behind Comic Book Characters
Hardcover
Young Adult Graphic NovelsYoung Adult Nonfiction
ISBN13: 9781538167847
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Published: Jul 12 2023
Pages: 178
Weight: 0.83
Height: 0.56 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A fascinating exploration of the science, history, literature, and culture behind comic book superheroes' powers and origins.
How does Superman's strength allow him to squeeze a chunk of coal into a diamond? What's the connection between Wonder Woman's golden Lasso of Truth and a lie detector? Why does the Black Panther speak so many different languages? What does Natasha Romanova (aka Black Widow) teach us about the Cold War?
The exploits and powers of almost every comic book superhero or villain have a basis in reality, opening the door to learning about so many things from the past and present. And in learning more about these heroes and our world, we can help prepare for and create a better future, just as superheroes strive to do every day in the pages of our comic books.
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