The Science of Superwomen

An Evolution from Wonder Woman to WandaVision

(Author) Mark Brake
Format: Paperback
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Celebrate the rise of superwomen and discover the science behind the abilities of Wonder Woman, Scarlet Witch, Black Widow, Catwoman, and more! Superhero fiction has been with us for almost a century; high-octane tales crammed with concepts and contrasting themes, from superpowers and the post-human, to masked vigilantes and immortality. In that time, superwomen have evolved from comic book caricatures (created by men, for men) to stronger representations of female power. The Science of Superwomen looks at this evolution, from its hypersexualized origins to today’s more nuanced diversity. Focusing on characters from Star Wars and X-Men, as well as the likes of Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Captain Marvel, Harley Quinn, Wednesday Addams, Doctor Who, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Science of Superwomen explores the relationship between superhero film and fiction and the underlying science of our ever-evolving universe.

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Publisher:
Skyhorse Publishing
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781510776319
Publish year:
2024
Publish date:
Aug. 15, 2024

Mark Brake

Mark Brake is a renowned science writer and communicator, known for his best-selling book "The Science of Star Wars." His engaging and accessible writing style has made complex scientific concepts easy to understand for a wide audience. Brake's work has significantly contributed to merging science and popular culture in literature.

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