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  The Avengers and Philosophy: Earth's Mightiest Thinkers (Blackwell Philosophy & Pop Culture (Paperback)) (Paperback) Edited by Mark D. White, Series edited by William Irwin

  

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  Short Description for The Avengers and PhilosophyExplores the themes behind the action of Marvel Comics' all-star superhero team. This title arms you with insights into the characters and themes of "The Avengers"; and deepens your appreciation both of "The Avengers" comics and the Joss Whedon movie adaptation.
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  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
  • Published: 20 March 2012
  • Format: Paperback 240 pages
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  • Categories: Comic Book & Cartoon Art | Film Theory & Criticism | Graphic Novels: History & Criticism | Popular Culture | Philosophy
  • ISBN 13: 9781118074572 ISBN 10: 1118074572
  • Sales rank: 688,216

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Full description for The Avengers and Philosophy

• This title offers an engaging look at the philosophical underpinnings of "Earth's Mightiest Heroes Avengers" assemble! Tackling intriguing dilemmas and issues that no single great philosopher can withstand, this powerful book enlists the brainpower of an A-list team of history's most prominent thinkers to explore the themes behind the action of Marvel Comics' all-star superhero team. This title: arms you with new insights into the characters and themes of "The Avengers"; deepens your appreciation both of "The Avengers" comics and the Joss Whedon movie adaptation; answers the philosophical questions you've always had about "Earth's Mightiest Heroes", including: Can a reformed criminal become a superhero? Can an android love a human? If a hero beats his wife, is he still a hero? This title helps you think differently about the members of the superhero team - Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, and the others. This thought-provoking book will help you understand this band of superheroes better, whether you've followed the Avengers for years or are a Joss Whedon fan just getting to know them.