The Human in Superhuman: The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture - Couverture rigide

 
9781793606945: The Human in Superhuman: The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture

Synopsis

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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À propos des auteurs

Sandra Eckard is a professor of English at East Stroudsburg University, where she teaches writing, works with English Education students, and directs the Writing Studio, a space to help student writers. She specializes in teaching writing, tutoring writing, and using popular culture in the classroom.

Alex Romagnoli is the Chair of Special Education and associate professor of English Education at Monmouth University.

Gian S. Pagnucci is chair of the Department of English at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He is the author of Living the Narrative Life: Stories as a Tool for Meaning Making (2004) and co-editor of Re-Mapping Narrative: Technology's Impact on the Way We Write (2008).

Stephen M. Zimmerly is associate professor of English at the University of Indianapolis.

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