Description
Book SynopsisAn exploration of black superheroes as a fascinating racial phenomenon and a powerful source of racial meaning, narrative, and imagination in American society.
Trade ReviewThis well-conceptualized, well-written book is enriched by Nama's witty turns of expression, occasional corrections of earlier errors and omissions, and fascinating background material. * Choice *
Throughout, Nama takes a refreshingly nuanced approach to his subject. Nama complicates the black superhero by also seeing the ways that they put issues of post-colonialism, race, poverty, and identity struggles front and center. * Rain Taxi *
Table of Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- Chapter 1. Color Them Black
- Chapter 2. Birth of the Cool
- Chapter 3. Friends and Lovers
- Chapter 4. Attack of the Clones
- Chapter 5. For Reel?: Black Superheroes Come to Life
- Notes
- Bibliography
- Index
