{"product_id":"theology-and-the-dc-universe-9781978716117","title":"Theology and the DC Universe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eSuperman's debut in Action Comics #1 (1938) set the stage for a shared narrative that has evolved for over 80 years, shaping the American mythos and exploring profound questions of life, right and wrong, and our relationship with the universe. This volume brings together scholars from various backgrounds to explore the role of theology and religion in the DC Universe, appealing to both scholars and fans. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 312 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 June 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuperman's debut in Action Comics #1 (1938) heralded a transformative impact on the world's destiny. The arrival of the first superhero set the stage for a shared narrative that has evolved over 80 years, shaping the DC superhero universe. Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman have become integral threads in the American mythos, influencing our understanding of life, morality, and our connection to the cosmos. Their narrative world is enriched by captivating stories featuring lesser-known characters like Dr. Fate, the Doom Patrol, John Constantine, and the Legion of Super-Heroes. Exploring themes of death, rebirth, the apocalypse, the nature of evil, the origins of the universe, and the fate of humanity, these stories have delved into profound questions that resonate with audiences worldwide. This volume brings together the expertise of scholars from diverse backgrounds, examining the role of theology and religion in the DC Universe's comics, films, and television series. The insightful and thought-provoking contributions in this collection will captivate both scholars and fans alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 636g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 158 x 237 x 26 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781978716117\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":47482004209914,"sku":"9781978716117","price":101.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/files\/1751643351176_book.jpg?v=1751753852","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/theology-and-the-dc-universe-9781978716117","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}