The Human in Superhuman - The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture (Hardcover)

The Human in Superhuman: The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture spotlights the often overlooked but very crucial sidekick in superhero narratives. From the classic companion Alfred Pennyworth to the supportive best friend Foggy Nelson, this collection examines a variety of sidekick characters and their importance to the hero's journey in '''in each story. Ultimately, rather than viewing the lack of superpowers as a flaw, the essays show that it is precisely human qualities like compassion, empathy, and encourage that enable the sidekicks to help their heroes grow. Chapters include discussions of Spider-Man, Daredevil, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Doctor Who, and more.

General

Imprint:	Lexington Books
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 2022
Editors:	Sandra Eckard • Alex Romagnoli
Contributors:	Anke Marie Bock • Melissa Caliendo • Kerry Carley Rizzuto • Mary T. Christel • Jacob George • William O George • Walter D. Greason • Eric Hasty
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	224
ISBN-13:	978-1-79360-694-5
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Literature: history & criticism > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Myths & mythology Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Cultural studies > Popular culture Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Customs & folklore > Folklore Books > Religion & Spirituality > Myths & mythology
LSN:	1-79360-694-3
Barcode:	9781793606945

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