Your guide to the Captain America essentials!

With roots dating back to World War II, Captain America reigns as one of the most iconic heroes in the Marvel Comics universe. Captain America For Dummies is your guide to getting to know this popular and enduring super hero. Produced in partnership with Marvel Comics and featuring full-color art taken directly from the comic books, this fun and friendly guide helps you understand how Captain America gained his powers and evolved over the years, including the range of characters who have wielded the shield. Discover what inspired the creation of the character, explore Captain America’s friends and foes, and dig into the teams that Captain America has fought alongside. You’ll learn the major storylines that turned Cap into one of the most well-known and popular super heroes of all time!

  • Get to know Captain America, his creators, and origin story
  • Meet Captain America’s allies and enemies
  • Learn more about others who have carried Captain America’s shield
  • Explore major storylines and battles
  • Discover the teams Captain America has fought alongside

Whether you’re just starting your adventures or are a faithful fan, Captain America For Dummies is your guide to this star-spangled patriot and his legacy.

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Introduction 1

Part 1: Basic Training: Getting to Know Captain America 5

Chapter 1: The Hero, The Symbol 7

Chapter 2: The Origins of Captain America 19

Chapter 3: Up Close with Captain America: The Science, the Gear 37

Part 2: Friendly Fire: Allies and Enemies 55

Chapter 4: There’s no “I” in America: Friends, Allies, and Lovers 57

Chapter 5: Enemies of Freedom: Captain America’s Villains 79

Chapter 6: Others Who Have Carried the Shield 101

Part 3: Fighting for Freedom: The Meaning of (Captain) America 117

Chapter 7: The Inspirations behind Captain America 119

Chapter 8: The Philosophy of Captain America 135

Part 4: Field Missions: Captain America’s Greatest Battles 151

Chapter 9: Cap’s Greatest Battles: World War and Cold War 153

Chapter 10: Cap’s Greatest Battles: America in the 21st Century 173

Part 5: The Part of Tens 197

Chapter 11: Ten Times Cap Wasn’t Cap 199

Chapter 12: Ten Comics to Get Ready for the Marvel Cinematic Universe 209

Index 223

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An exciting and illustrated intro to Captain America

Looking for a fun and fascinating guide to one of Marvel’s most popular super heroes? Captain America For Dummies walks you through Cap’s entire history and origin story, teaching you about his strengths, weapons, allies, archenemies, and more. This exciting introduction to Captain America contains amazing artwork that highlights key elements of the iconic hero’s stories, bringing to life many of his greatest adventures and exploits. Grab a copy today and get up to speed in no time!

Inside…

  • Discover Cap’s teammates on the Avengers
  • Experience Captain America’s most challenging battles against Hydra and the Red Skull
  • Learn about Captain America’s closest friends and allies
  • Find out how this beloved character has changed and evolved over the years
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781394299447
Publisert
2025-02-10
Utgiver
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Vekt
476 gr
Høyde
234 mm
Bredde
188 mm
Dybde
15 mm
AldersnivĂĽ
G, 01
SprĂĽk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
240

Forfatter

Biografisk notat

Stuart Moore is a writer, book editor, and award-winning comics editor. He’s the author of Target: Kree, Into the Dark Dimension, and three volumes of the bestselling The Zodiac Legacy, which was created and co-written by Stan Lee.