The Super Book of Super Heroes

Superheroes--fictional characters fighting evil with superhuman powers, gadgets, and way-out weapons--have fascinated us ever since Superman first donned his cape and tights back in 1938. This fantastic large format paperback charts the growth of the genre, profiling the most notable superheroes and giving us insight into their creation. It's topped off by quotes--every superhero had a catchphrase--trivia and a guide to collectibles, from Marvel Comics to Corgi Batmobiles that fetch the highest prices on the collector's market. This description may be from another edition of this product.