Your Brain on Latino Comics: From Gus Arriola to Los Bros Hernandez

by Frederick Luis Aldama

Book Overview

Though the field of comic book studies has burgeoned in recent years, Latino characters and creators have received little attention. Putting the spotlight on this vibrant segment, Your Brain on Latino Comics illuminates the world of superheroes Firebird, Vibe, and the new Blue Beetle while also examining the effects on readers who are challenged to envision such worlds.

Exploring mainstream companies such as Marvel and DC as well...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0292719736
• ISBN13: 9780292719736
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: University of Texas Press
• Length: 341 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.8" x 8.9"