Green Lantern and Philosophy: No Evil Shall Escape This Book Contributor(s): Irwin, William (Editor), Dryden, Jane (Editor), White, Mark D. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0470575573 ISBN-13: 9780470575574 Publisher: Wiley OUR PRICE: $18.00 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | History & Surveys - General - Literary Criticism | Comics & Graphic Novels |
Dewey: 741.597 |
LCCN: 2011006411 |
Series: Blackwell Philosophy & Pop Culture (Paperback) |
Physical Information: 0.77" H x 6.06" W x 8.94" (0.88 lbs) 304 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The first look at the philosophy behind the Green Lantern comics--timed for the release of the Green Lantern movie in June 2011 The most recent Green Lantern series--Blackest Night--propelled GL to be the top-selling comic series for more than a year, the latest twist in seven decades of Green Lantern adventures. This book sheds light on the deep philosophical issues that emerge from the Green Lantern Corps's stories and characters, from what Plato's tale of the Ring of Gyges tells us about the Green Lantern ring and the desire for power to whether willpower is the most important strength to who is the greatest Green Lantern of all time.
Whether you're a new fan or an elder from Oa, Green Lantern and Philosophy is a must-have companion. |