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MARVEL: The Characters
and Their Universe
By Michael Mallory
 Spider-Man,
The Incredible Hulk, X-Men and Captain America. These names exist
in worlds of colorful action and excitement that are unsurpassed
by any other fictional characters. For over sixty years the Marvel
comic books have delighted many readers, young and old, male and
female with larger-than-life heros. More than simple comic book
characters, the lives of these great characters have become part
of the our world. Captain America, Iron Man, The Silver Surfer,
all have touched the lives of their readers.
Marvel: The Characters
and Their Universe dissects these legendary characters, revealing
their creation and their transition into the world of movies, television,
animation, video games and theme parks. This beautifully illustrated
book features full color artwork and hundreds of photos from film
and television productions. It also contains entertaining interviews
with the creators of the Marvel Universe, including Stan Lee, Joe
Simon and John Romita. Cinematic gurus such as animator Ralph Bakshi,
director Kenneth Johnson and actor Lou Ferrigno are also included.
Marvel: The Characters and Their Universe have some of the greatest
drawings that will entertain any fantasy art lover.
 Lovers
of the Marvel Universe will find this book a treasure of information,
entertainment, and insight about their favourite Marvel characters.
It is an enticing book of the art of America's most unique and adored
heros of the 20th century. Marvel fans and collectors will proudly
display this beautiful collection.
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