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Title The encyclopedia of superheroes on film and television / John Kenneth Muir.
Author Muir, John Kenneth, 1969-
Publication Info. Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2008.
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 Orlando Public Library (Downtown) - Fourth Floor  R 791.4365 MUI    Lib Use Only
Edition 2nd ed.
Description viii, 696 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (p. 681-684) and index.
Summary "This updated edition of 2004's award-winning encyclopedia traces developments in the popular genre; new shows; latest films; and covers more superheroes. Each entry includes a detailed history, cast and credits, episode and film descriptions, critical commentaries, and data on arch-villains, comic-book origins and super powers, while placing each production into its historical context"--Provided by publisher.
Subject Superhero films -- United States -- Encyclopedias.
Superhero television programs -- United States -- Encyclopedias.
ISBN 9780786437559 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper) : $75.00
0786437553 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper)
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