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Wisdom, strength and love were the Amazonian qualities given to Wonder Woman by her creator, Charles Moulton, when he began the comic strip in 1941. For six productive years, his stories enchanted children of all ages. In this collection of the best strips from the 1940s -- the Golden Age of comics -- Wonder Woman lives again. And, as Gloria Steinem points out, she is a symbol for the feminist movement, an example of sisterhood, self-reliance and self-respect for all woman to follow. The comic strips reproduced in this book are printed in full color. Introduction by Gloria Steinem. Interpretive essay by psychologist, writer and professor Phyllis Chesler.
Wonder Woman faces the challenges of protecting humanity while embodying the ideals of strength, wisdom, and love as an Amazonian warrior. In this collection of 1940s comic strips, the protagonist navigates a world requiring both physical prowess and moral fortitude. The narrative framework follows the episodic structure of the Golden Age, presenting Wonder Woman as a defender against various antagonists who threaten the peace of the modern world. Her objective remains the preservation of justice and the promotion of self-reliance, often operating within the constraints of mid-century societal expectations while subverting them through her extraordinary abilities.
Readers frequently highlight the historical significance of this collection as a bridge between pop culture and feminist theory. Discussion often centers on the evolution of the character from a wartime hero to a lasting icon of self-respect and independence. Critics appreciate the inclusion of scholarly essays that provide depth beyond the visual medium of the comic strip. The balance between the original action-oriented storytelling and the modern interpretive commentary offers a comprehensive view of the character's cultural impact. Many readers find the archival quality of the color prints to be a primary draw for collectors and historians alike.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1974-01-01
Publisher:
Holt, Rinehart & Winston, Incorporated
ISBN-10:
0030131812
ISBN-13:
9780030131813
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