These 15 essays investigate comic books and graphic novels, beginning with the early development of these media. The essays also place the work in a cultural context, addressing theory and terminology, adaptations of comic books, the superhero genre, and comic books and graphic novels that deal with history and nonfiction. By addressing the topic from a wide range of perspectives, the book offers readers a nuanced and comprehensive picture of current scholarship in the subject area. Read more ASIN B0042P5BRG XRay Not Enabled ISBN13 978-0786457618 Edition 1st Language English File size 3.7 MB Page Flip Not Enabled Publisher McFarland Word Wise Not Enabled Print length 244 pages Accessibility Learn more Publication date August 25, 2010 Enhanced typesetting Not Enabled