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The Avengers and Philosophy: Earth´s Mightiest Thinkers
William Irwin
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Description for The Avengers and Philosophy: Earth´s Mightiest Thinkers
Paperback. Explores the themes behind the action of Marvel Comics' all-star superhero team. This title arms you with insights into the characters and themes of "The Avengers"; and deepens your appreciation both of "The Avengers" comics and the Joss Whedon movie adaptation. Editor(s): White, Mark D. Series Editor(s): Irwin, William. Series: The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: AKLC; HP; JFCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 229 x 16. Weight in Grams: 336.
An engaging look at the philosophical underpinnings of Earth's Mightiest Heroes
An engaging look at the philosophical underpinnings of Earth's Mightiest Heroes
Avengers assemble! Tackling intriguing dilemmas and issues that no single great philosopher can withstand, this powerful book enlists the brainpower of an A-list team of history's most prominent thinkers to explore the themes behind the action of Marvel Comics' all-star superhero team.
- Arms you with new insights into the characters and themes of The Avengers
- Deepens your appreciation both of The Avengers comics and the Joss Whedon movie adaptation
- Answers the philosophical questions you've always had about Earth's Mightiest Heroes, including: Can a reformed criminal become a superhero? Can an ... Read more
- Helps you think differently about the members of the superhero team—Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, and the others
This thought-provoking book will help you understand this band of superheroes better, whether you've followed the Avengers for years or are a Joss Whedon fan just getting to know them.
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Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
Series
The Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series
Number of Pages
240
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9781118074572
SKU
V9781118074572
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Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-50
About William Irwin
Series Editor: William Irwin (Wilkes-Barre, PA) is a professor of philosophy at King's College. He originated the philosophy and popular culture genre of books as coeditor of the bestselling Simpsons and Philosophy. Volume Editor: Mark D. White (Staten Island, NY) is a professor in the Department of Political Science, Economics, and Philosophy at the College of Staten Island/CUNY, ... Read more
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