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Sandra Eckard & Alex Romagnoli
Human in Superhuman [EPUB ebook]
The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture

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The Human in Superhuman: The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture spotlights the often overlooked but very crucial sidekick in superhero narratives. From the classic companion Alfred Pennyworth to the supportive best friend Foggy Nelson, this collection examines a variety of sidekick characters and their importance to the hero’s journey in each story. Ultimately, rather than viewing the lack of superpowers as a flaw, the essays show that it is precisely human qualities like compassion, empathy, and encourage that enable the sidekicks to help their heroes grow. Chapters include discussions of Spider-Man, Daredevil, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Doctor Who, and more.

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Language English ● Format EPUB ● ISBN 9781793606952 ● Editor Sandra Eckard & Alex Romagnoli ● Publisher Lexington Books ● Published 2022 ● Downloadable 3 times ● Currency EUR ● ID 8745598 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM

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