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In 1938, Superman debuted, jumping off the pages of Action Comics #1. In the cultural context of the Great Depression and World War II, the U.S. would see the rise of the superhero not only in comic books but in radio programs, animated cartoons and television shows. Superman forever changed one''s concept of the hero and became permanently engrained in both American and worldwide culture.

This study explores the Man of Steel''s narrative as a fresh perspective on readings of the Bible--his character is reflected in such figures as Moses, Samson and Jesus. The author argues that if we read the Bible it can be said we are reading about Superman.

Superman and the Bible

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    A Paperback by Nicholaus Pumphrey

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      Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 1/19/2019 12:02:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781476665023, 978-1476665023
      ISBN10: 1476665028

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      Book Synopsis

      In 1938, Superman debuted, jumping off the pages of Action Comics #1. In the cultural context of the Great Depression and World War II, the U.S. would see the rise of the superhero not only in comic books but in radio programs, animated cartoons and television shows. Superman forever changed one''s concept of the hero and became permanently engrained in both American and worldwide culture.

      This study explores the Man of Steel''s narrative as a fresh perspective on readings of the Bible--his character is reflected in such figures as Moses, Samson and Jesus. The author argues that if we read the Bible it can be said we are reading about Superman.

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