It's a Bird, It's a Plane... It's The Messiah," The Reporter Dispatch, January 30, 1971

This newspaper article by Gary Krebs from The Reporter Dispatch (White Plains, N.Y.) examines the cultural phenomenon of comic book superheroes and their quasi-religious appeal to readers. TThe piece discusses how characters like Superman, Spider-Man, and others from Marvel and DC Comics have become modern mythological figures, comparing them to ancient gods while noting their human flaws. The article explores how these comic book heroes have captured the American imagination and represent a form of contemporary mythology in popular culture.

Resource Identifier
ah08302_000849
Citation
Stan Lee papers, Collection No. 8302, Box 3, Folder 11, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
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