Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal
Grade 8 Up–This colossal encyclopedia of all things superhero could not have come at a better time. With a slew of comic-book movies each year, kids are more interested than ever in anything to do with these heroes. The collection includes hundreds of alphabetically arranged entries detailing how the character was first envisioned, highlights of important superheroes, and, when relevant, how they've been portrayed by Hollywood. The volume devotes as much attention to popular superheroes as it does to lesser-known figures such as Ant-Man, Nick Fury, and The Wasp. Only a limited number of commercial Hollywood icons are included, such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer and The Powerpuff Girls; none of the shows of the past are mentioned. While a strict definition of what the editors believe makes up a superhero is lacking, this is nonetheless a fairly thorough collection. While one might wish for a lot more illustrations, it is a must-buy for comic readers interested in knowing the early roots and conceptions of comic-book heroes.–Scott La Counte, Anaheim Public Library, CA
From the Publisher
Calling All Superheroes
The first encyclopedic reference work that profiles superheroes from all companies and in all media, "The Superhero Book" is the ultimate A-Z compendium. Its 300 full entries provide information on more than 1,000 mythic overachievers, covering the best-loved and historically significant comic book, movie, television, and novel superheroes.
"The Superhero Book" provides more than 150 full-color illustrations, including dozens of classic comic covers. The encyclopedia comprehensively profiles its heroes, detailing their mythology, sidekicks, protégés, villains, love interests, superpowers, weapons, costumes, vulnerabilities, nicknames, and modus operandi-as well as the many twists and turns they've taken in their careers and their changing status in popular culture. You'll find tons of trivia, never-before-revealed facts and finds, and loads of insider information, written with enthusiasm and insight by a devoted team of comic-book, film, and pop culture experts.
With "The Superhero Book", you'll be reminded why we love and need them, why they were chosen to save the world, what they do for their day jobs, and their very human conflicts and problems. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
The Superhero Book: The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Comic-Book Icons and Hollywood Heroes (Popular Reference),David A. Roach,Gina Misiroglu,Omnigraphics,0780807723,Encyclopedias,General,Heroes in mass media,Pop Arts / Pop Culture,Popular Culture - General,Reference
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