https://chambl91.msu.domains/CriticalFanscape/files/original/4fc21a642bfcc3db421d857d3dfd0f0a.tif 962de8a7b4581687c207876117193d8a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Amazing Heroes Subject The topic of the resource Comics Periodical Description An account of the resource A digital project from Fall 2018 ENG 492H course. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Students from ENG 492H Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived MSU Library Special Collections Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Julian C. Chambliss Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Fall 2018 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Some rights apply Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Digital Files Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Digital files Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1981-1992 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Students from ENG 492H Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Amazing Heroes Issue #41 Cover Subject The topic of the resource Periodical Comics Strips Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Editorial: Dave Olbrich Writers: Archie Goodwin, Al Williamson, Steve Freitag, Richard Pachter, Lynn Woolley, Mark Waid, Dwight R. Decker, R.A. Jones, Mark Worden Cover: Wayne Boring, Mr. Mace Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived MSU Special Collection Comic Art, PN6725.A47 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Redbeard, Inc. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1984-02 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Holly Simon Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Rights Restriction Apply Relation A related resource <a href="http://chambl91.msu.domains/CriticalFanscape/items/show/90">Amazing Heroes Issue #41 Table of Contents </a><br /><a href="http://chambl91.msu.domains/CriticalFanscape/items/show/91">Amazing Heroes Issue #41 Page 34</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 10 1/4 x 6 1/8 in. Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Periodical Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context OMIT Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1981-1992 Description An account of the resource The vibrant-covered forty-first issue of Amazing Heroes was released in February, 1984. The cover features a black sky, with white dots here and there representing stars. In the background, there is a long white streak in the sky as well, behind a yellow, pock-marked planet. In the foreground of the image, penned by Wayne Boring in 1983, is a large beige-colored planet, taking up the bottom quarter of the page. Standing on top of this planet is Superman, in his traditional red-yellow-blue suit, boots, and cape combination, the red “S” prominent on his chest. He is planting an American flag in the ground, and rocks are coming up where he is pushing the flagpole through the ground. Above him, in a muted orange, is the title – Amazing Heroes – and above that in the same color is a single line that reads “No. 41”, followed by “Feb. 15” and “$1.95 ($2.50 in Canada)”. At the very top of the cover is a highlighter-yellow strip with the words “SPECIAL SUPERMAN ISSUE!” over top it in a black font. There is no other text or explanations of what can be found within this issue; Superman is clearly meant to be the star of the show. Superman’s status is one of legendary proportions; he is arguably the most well-known superhero and comic book figure of all time. From a stronger-than-average alien to a larger-than-life American icon, Superman has endured the test of the time and become engrained in popular culture to epic proportions. This issue of Amazing Heroes was released in the beginning of 1984, towards the end of the Bronze Age of comics, when current events like the Vietnam War, the Berlin Wall, and the presidency of Ronald Reagan were interlaced intrinsically with popular culture. This time period, spanning from roughly 1970 to 1986, was marked with political and social upheaval, along with shifting technological standards and developments. As one of the most blatant examples of American popular culture, Superman’s place on the cover of Amazing Heroes – particularly his symbolic planting of an American flag in the ground of this planet – suggests that he is more than just a beloved character; he is the embodiment of many American ideologies and standards. His creation echoed as much; early editions of Superman comics pointed to him as a moral defender and upstanding citizen. Additionally, his status as a literal alien makes this move on the cover even more meaningful; anyone, immigrant or native, can promote American values and interests. In this time period, within the midst of comics full of anti-heroes, an anti-authoritarian worldview, and increasingly complex philosophies and moral codes, Superman was able to adapt and retain his position as America’s defender. While at this point, Superman’s status as a movie star was debatably more culturally significant than his comic book ties, this cover focuses on his roots: the traditional suit, the America-centrism, and the animation. Wayne Boring’s Amazing Heroes cover is a reminder of where comic culture originated from, and the way it has evolved over time. Amazing Heroes forty-one movie Superman Superman III wayne boring