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Flying In Place: Black Superheroes And Their Origin Stories, Kolton Harris
Flying In Place: Black Superheroes And Their Origin Stories, Kolton Harris
English Honors Papers
In recent years, the black superhero has received more attention from scholars. With this surge of interest, comes a wealth of uncharted territory. My paper examined the origin stories of black superheroes, some of which have not yet been critically analyzed. The basis for my analysis is the overwhelming repetition of an urban black narrative that serves as the template for black superhero origin stories. It has proven to be narratively restricting and highly dependent on stereotypes.
Throughout this paper, I offer close readings of black superheroes that are informed by criticism of black masculinity. While the superhero narrative is …
"Hey Young World”: Hip-Hop As A Tool For Educational And Rehabilitative Work With Youth, Heather Day
"Hey Young World”: Hip-Hop As A Tool For Educational And Rehabilitative Work With Youth, Heather Day
American Studies Honors Papers
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