Title
The Power of Comics: History, Form, and Culture,New
Processing time: 1-3 days
US Orders Ships in: 3-5 days
International Orders Ships in: 8-12 days
Return Policy: 15-days return on defective items
Payment Option
Fully revised and updated for its second edition, The Power of Comics remains the most authoritative introduction to comic books and graphic novels the history of the medium, its many forms and manifestations and their place in contemporary culture.The new edition includes:An expanded historical section bringing the story of comic books up to the present and covering the rise of the graphic novel and the advent of digital comicsA new chapter on the memoir genre and a thoroughly revised chapter on the superhero genreA revised chapter Exploring Meanings in Comic Book Texts introduces students to the theoretical tools they need to read comics criticallyStudy objectives, discussion points, activities and annotated further reading guides in each chapter, helping students master the topics coveredIllustrated throughout, with an extensive glossary of key terms, The Power of Comics also includes further updated resources available online at www.powerofcomics.com, including additional essays, weblinks and sample syllabi.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Power of Comics' book? A: 'The Power of Comics: History, Form, and Culture' provides an authoritative introduction to comic books and graphic novels, covering their history, various forms, and their role in contemporary culture.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 464 pages, offering in-depth content on the subject of comics.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Power of Comics'? A: The book is authored by Randy Duncan, who is well-versed in the field of comics and graphic literature.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: 'The Power of Comics' is designed as an introductory text, making it suitable for beginners who want to learn about comic books and graphic novels.
- Q: What new features are included in the second edition? A: The second edition includes an expanded historical section, a new chapter on the memoir genre, a revised chapter on superheroes, and updated study objectives and discussion points.
- Q: Does the book provide resources for further study? A: Yes, the book includes annotated further reading guides and additional resources available online at www.powerofcomics.com.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Power of Comics'? A: The book is available in paperback binding, which is lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was the second edition of the book published? A: The second edition of 'The Power of Comics' was published on February 12, 2015.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, 'The Power of Comics' is illustrated throughout, enhancing the understanding of the content discussed.
- Q: What genre does 'The Power of Comics' fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'History & Price Guides', focusing on the historical and cultural aspects of comic books.