The Great Comic Book Heroes (All-American Comics #16, All-Star Comics #1, Captain America Comics #1, Flash Comics #1; #5, Jumbo Comics #10, Marvel Mystery Comics #7; #19, Police Comics #1, Superman #1; #3, Wonder Woman #2, Whiz Comics #1)

The definitive book on the age of the great action heroes, compiled, introduced and annotated by the inimitable Jules Feiffer. Taking us back to the days when not only Jerry Seigel and Joe Shuster's Superman, and Bob Kane's Batman rid mythical cities of villains, but Plastic Man, The Human Torch and Captain Marvel also battled for truth and justice. Clad in mask and cape, and in Wonder Woman's case not much else, these super-heroes made the 1940's a magical time for kids. Despite warnings such as Frederic Wertham's famous book, THE SEDUCTION OF THE INNOCENT, which Feiffer discusses, these comics have remained an important part of American culture. If you are interested in the golden age of comics, you will find this a fascinating addition to your library. Lavishly illustrated with reproductions of actual strips. Dust jacket torn and chipped at spine, spine frayed at foot.

Collects All-American Comics (1939) #16, All-Star Comics (1940) #1, Captain America Comics (1941) #1, Flash Comics (1939) #1; #5, Jumbo Comics (1938) #10, Marvel Mystery Comics (1939) #7; #19, Police Comics (1941) #1, Superman (1939) #1; #3, Wonder Woman (1942) #2, Whiz Comics (1940) #1.