Superpower: Heroes, Ghosts, and the Paranormal in American Culture

by M. Keith Booker

Book Overview

Supernatural and superhuman elements have been prominent in American culture from the time of the New England Puritans' intense emphasis on religion. Superpower surveys the appearance of supernatural and superhuman elements in American culture, focusing on the American fascination with narratives involving supernatural adventure, superhuman heroes, and vast conspiracies driven by supernatural evil. In particular, M. Keith Booker suggests that...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0803232896
• ISBN13: 9780803232891
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Bison Books
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.9" x 8.9"