Mark Gruenwald's Quasar

<p> Mark Gruenwald was one of Marvel's most prolific and popular comic book writers of</p><p>the 1980s and 1990s but his most personal and dynamic comic book series has been largely</p><p>ignored since its last appearance in 1994. His five-year run on <I>Quasar</I>--which featured the adventures of Wendell Vaughn the Quantum Band-wielding Protector of the Universe--showcased some of his best work deserving recognition as one of the period's finest comics.</p><p> This book's thorough discussion of Gruenwald's bold playful work includes his interests in continuity and science as well as themes of the series such as self-doubt depression suicidal ideation atheism and more. Essential reading for comic book fans and others interested in the Marvel cosmic universe this work explores the tour-de-force that is <I>Quasar.</I></p>