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The Human in Superhuman: The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture - Eckard, Sandra (Editor), and Romagnoli, Alex (Editor), and Bock, Anke Marie (Contributions by)
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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 '''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 ...

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The Human in Superhuman: The Power of the Sidekick in Popular Culture 2022, Lexington Books, Lanham

ISBN-13: 9781793606945

Hardcover