The Mythology of the Superhero

<p> Superheroes have been an integral part of popular society for decades and have given rise to a collective mythology familiar in popular culture worldwide. Though scholars and fans have recognized and commented on this mythology its structure has gone largely unexplored. This book provides a model and lexicon for identifying the superhero mythos. The author examines the myth in several narratives--including <I>Buffy the Vampire Slayer Green Arrow</I> and <I>Beowulf</I>--and discusses such diverse characters as Batman Wolverine Invincible and John Constantine.</p>