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Never a Sidekick: Exploring the Dynamic History of Batgirl
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Specifiche dell'oggetto
- Condizione
- Release Year
- 2024
- ISBN
- 9781538192429
Informazioni su questo prodotto
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
ISBN-10
153819242X
ISBN-13
9781538192429
eBay Product ID (ePID)
18066167001
Product Key Features
Book Title
Never a Sidekick : Exploring the Dynamic History of Batgirl
Number of Pages
216 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Popular Culture, Comics & Graphic Novels, Film / History & Criticism
Publication Year
2024
Genre
Literary Criticism, Performing Arts, Social Science
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
18.3 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2024-029597
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
Hanley, who has previously written about Wonder Woman, Catwoman, and Lois Lane, turns his eye towards Batgirl, who started out as a youthful sidekick of the caped crusader of Gotham in the 1960s. Batgirl took off in the 1970s when writers reimagined her as the adult daughter of Commissioner Gordon. Barbara was capable, inventive, even a congresswoman, but in the 1990s, Alan Moore's infamous comic, The Killing Joke , turned her into canon fodder, literally, when the Joker shot and paralyzed her to break her father. The assault sidelined Barbara until she was reborn as Oracle, who used a wheelchair and her tech skills to aid superheroes, leading others to take up the mantle of Batwoman, including Cassandra Cain, an Asian American who was one of the first female superheroes of color. On the small screen, Yvonne Craig memorably portrayed Batgirl in the seminal 1960s Batman , but on the silver screen, the cancellation of a highly anticipated Batgirl movie in 2022 sparked fan outrage. An appealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read., For over 60 years, Batgirl--and her fans--have been vocal about her right to fight crime and thrive. In Batgirl and Beyond , Tim Hanley puts the spirited character where she belongs: in the spotlight. No stone is left unturned, no face left uncowled. Finally, the Batgirl history we deserve., Hanley, who has previously written about Wonder Woman, Catwoman, and Lois Lane, turns his eye towards Batgirl, who started out as a youthful sidekick of the caped crusader of Gotham in the 1960s. Batgirl took off in the 1970s when writers reimagined her as the adult daughter of Commissioner Gordon. Barbara was capable, inventive, even a congresswoman, but in the 1990s, Alan Moore's infamous comic, The Killing Joke , turned her into canon fodder, literally, when the Joker shot and paralyzed her to break her father. The assault sidelined Barbara until she was reborn as Oracle, who used a wheelchair and her tech skills to aid superheroes, leading others to take up the mantle of Batwoman, including Cassandra Cain, an Asian American who was one of the first female superheroes of color. On the small screen, Yvonne Craig memorably portrayed Batgirl in the seminal 1960s Batman , but on the silver screen, the cancellation of a highly anticipated Batgirl movie in 2022 sparked fan outrage. An appealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read.ghly anticipated Batgirl movie in 2022 sparked fan outrage. An appealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read.ghly anticipated Batgirl movie in 2022 sparked fan outrage. An appealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read.ghly anticipated Batgirl movie in 2022 sparked fan outrage. An appealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read., For over 60 years, Batgirl--and her fans--have been vocal about her right to fight crime and thrive. In Never a Sidekick , Tim Hanley puts the spirited character where she belongs: in the spotlight. No stone is left unturned, no face left uncowled. Finally, the Batgirl history we deserve., Hanley, who has previously written about Wonder Woman, Catwoman, and Lois Lane, turns his eye towards Batgirl, who started out as a youthful sidekick of the caped crusader of Gotham in the 1960s. Batgirl took off in the 1970s when writers reimagined her as the adult daughter of Commissioner Gordon. Barbara was capable, inventive, even a congresswoman, but in the 1990s, Alan Moore's infamous comic, The Killing Joke , turned her into canon fodder, literally, when the Joker shot and paralyzed her to break her father. The assault sidelined Barbara until she was reborn as Oracle, who used a wheelchair and her tech skills to aid superheroes, leading others to take up the mantle of Batwoman, including Cassandra Cain, an Asian American who was one of the first female superheroes of color. On the small screen, Yvonne Craig memorably portrayed Batgirl in the seminal 1960s Batman , but on the silver screen, the cancellation of a highly anticipated Batgirl movie in 2022 sparked fan outrage. An appealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read. ealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read.ealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read.ealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read., Hanley, who has previously written about Wonder Woman, Catwoman, and Lois Lane, turns his eye towards Batgirl, who started out as a youthful sidekick of the caped crusader of Gotham in the 1960s. Batgirl took off in the 1970s when writers reimagined her as the adult daughter of Commissioner Gordon. Barbara was capable, inventive, even a congresswoman, but in the 1990s, Alan Moore's infamous comic, The Killing Joke , turned her into canon fodder, literally, when the Joker shot and paralyzed her to break her father. The assault sidelined Barbara until she was reborn as Oracle, who used a wheelchair and her tech skills to aid superheroes, leading others to take up the mantle of Batwoman, including Cassandra Cain, an Asian American who was one of the first female superheroes of color. On the small screen, Yvonne Craig memorably portrayed Batgirl in the seminal 1960s Batman , but on the silver screen, the cancellation of a highly anticipated Batgirl movie in 2022 sparked fan outrage. An appealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the hiealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read. ealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the hiealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read., Batgirl is such an iconic character. Every time I chat with a fan of Batgirl at a convention, I#39;m reminded how important she is to so many of us. I will always be eternally grateful to be involved in the deep history of Batgirl, and I am glad to see that history preserved in this thorough, reflective work., Batgirl is such an iconic character. Every time I chat with a fan of Batgirl at a convention, I'm reminded how important she is to so many of us. I will always be eternally grateful to be involved in the deep history of Batgirl, and I am glad to see that history preserved in this thorough, reflective work., "Hanley, who has previously written about Wonder Woman, Catwoman, and Lois Lane, turns his eye towards Batgirl, who started out as a youthful sidekick of the caped crusader of Gotham in the 1960s. Batgirl took off in the 1970s when writers reimagined her as the adult daughter of Commissioner Gordon. Barbara was capable, inventive, even a congresswoman, but in the 1990s, Alan Moore's infamous comic, The Killing Joke , turned her into canon fodder, literally, when the Joker shot and paralyzed her to break her father. The assault sidelined Barbara until she was reborn as Oracle, who used a wheelchair and her tech skills to aid superheroes, leading others to take up the mantle of Batwoman, including Cassandra Cain, an Asian American who was one of the first female superheroes of color. On the small screen, Yvonne Craig memorably portrayed Batgirl in the seminal 1960s Batman , but on the silver screen, the cancellation of a highly anticipated Batgirl movie in 2022 sparked fan outrage. An appealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations. Teen fans of femme superheroes, curious about the history of their favorite caped crusaders, will find much to enjoy in this accessible read." -- Booklist "Batgirl is such an iconic character. Every time I chat with a fan of Batgirl at a convention, I'm reminded how important she is to so many of us. I will always be eternally grateful to be involved in the deep history of Batgirl, and I am glad to see that history preserved in this thorough, reflective work." --Babs Tarr, comic artist of "Batgirl of Burnside" "For over 60 years, Batgirl--and her fans--have been vocal about her right to fight crime and thrive. In Batgirl and Beyond , Tim Hanley puts the spirited character where she belongs: in the spotlight. No stone is left unturned, no face left uncowled. Finally, the Batgirl history we deserve." --Jill Pantozzi, pop culture journalist, For over 60 years, Batgirl-and her fans-have been vocal about her right to fight crime and thrive. In Batgirl and Beyond , Tim Hanley puts the spirited character where she belongs: in the spotlight. No stone is left unturned, no face left uncowled. Finally, the Batgirl history we deserve.
Dewey Decimal
741.5973
Table Of Content
Introduction 1. The Mysterious and Glamorous Girl 2. Zap! Zowie! Kapow! 3. Vanity and Victory 4. Family Follies 5. Knock Knock Joke 6. The Rise of Oracle 7. No One Does It Better 8. Cartoon Capers 9. Finding Her Voice 10. Waffling Between Roles 11. Way Harsh 12. Reboot and Revision 13. Team Players 14. Grace Under Fire Conclusion Acknowledgments Notes Bibliography Index About the Author
Synopsis
For over sixty years, the women who took on the mantle of Batgirl have served as inspirational superheroes for legions of underrepresented and under-appreciated fans. This book explores their compelling histories, on the page, screen, and behind the scenes, to showcase the turbulent evolution and importance of female characters and fandom., Explores the history of Batgirlfrom her groundbreaking comics debut to her disappointing live-action appearances and beyond. For over sixty years, every woman who took on the mantle of Batgirl has been a powerful, independent heroine, belying the sidekick status the name implies. Betty Kane, the original Bat-Girl, was a hero for young girls at a time when the genre was leaving them behind. Barbara Gordon embodied the values of the women's liberation movement and became a powerful figure in disability representation. Cassandra Cain was a woman of color in the traditionally monochromatic DC Comics universe. Stephanie Brown was a perpetual outsider, a voice for those who never belonged but kept trying regardless. Exploring the history of the Batgirls and their unconventional fans, Batgirl and Beyond: The Dynamic History of the Heroines of Gotham City showcases the turbulent evolution of the superhero industry and its female heroines, as well as the importance of the legions of fans who pushed the genre forward to become more diverse, inclusive, and welcoming to all. Tim Hanley traces how each Batgirl dealt with a litany of mistreatment from a publisher who didn't understand their distinct appeal and didn't care to learn. From erasure to benchings to grievous injury and even death, Batgirl has been subject to the genre's worst excesses-and she has not fared much better on television or in movies. However, Batgirl always comes back stronger and more resilient, and has remained a staple in the DC universe for decades. A must-read for fans new and old, Batgirl and Beyond is a tribute to an iconic character and a call to action for media to better embrace and represent female heroes., Explores the history of Batgirl from her groundbreaking comics debut to her disappointing live-action appearances and beyond in an "appealing, comprehensive, and enjoyable tour of Batgirl's many iterations." (Booklist) For over sixty years, every woman who took on the mantle of Batgirl has been a powerful, independent heroine, each belying the sidekick status the name implies and connecting with a unique subset of marginalized fans. Betty Kane, the original Bat-Girl, was a hero for young girls at a time when the genre was leaving them behind. Barbara Gordon embodied the values of the women's liberation movement and became a powerful figure in disability representation. Cassandra Cain was a woman of color in the traditionally monochromatic DC Comics universe. Stephanie Brown was a perpetual outsider, a voice for those who never belonged but kept trying regardless. Batgirl and Beyond: The Dynamic History of the Heroines of Gotham City explores the evolving role of the Batgirls across the turbulent history of the superhero industry, as well as the importance of their fans, who pushed the genre forward to become more diverse and inclusive. Tim Hanley traces how each Batgirl dealt with a litany of mistreatment from a publisher who didn't understand their distinct appeal and didn't care to learn. From erasure to benchings to grievous injury and even death, the Batgirls have been subject to the genre's worst excesses--and they have not fared much better on television or in movies. However, Batgirl always comes back stronger and more resilient, and has remained a staple in the DC universe for decades. A must-read for fans new and old, Batgirl and Beyond is a tribute to an iconic character and a call to action for media to better embrace and represent female heroes.
LC Classification Number
PN6728.B358H36 2024
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