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Everyone knows how Kal-El—Superman—was sent to Earth just before his planet exploded. But what led to such a disaster? Now, in The Last Days of Krypton, Kevin J. Anderson presents a sweeping tale of the pomp and grandeur, the intrigue and passion, and the politics and betrayals of a doomed world filled with brave heroes and cruel traitors.
Against the spectacular backdrop of Krypton's waning halcyon days, there is the courtship and marriage of Kal-El's parents, the brilliant scientist Jor-El and his historian wife, Lara. Together they fight to convince a stagnant, disbelieving society that their world is about to end. Jor-El's brother, Zor-El, leader of the fabled Argo City, joins the struggle not only to save the planet but also to fight against the menace of the ruthless and cunning General Zod.
The diabolical Zod, future archenemy of Superman, avails himself of a golden opportunity to seize power when the android Brainiac captures the capital city of Kandor. As Zod's grip on the populace tightens and his power grows, he too is blind to all the signs that point to the death of the very civilization he is trying to rule.
Through all of this, Jor-El and Lara's love for each other, their history, and their son allows for Krypton to live on even as the planet is torn apart around them. For in the escape of their baby lies Krypton's greatest gift—and Earth's greatest hero.
The Last Days of Krypton is a timeless, ground-breaking exploration of a world that has never been fully defined, and reveals the extraordinary origins of a legend that has never ceased to amaze and astound generation after generation.
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disappointing.......2007-05-07
The conclusion of this story did not hold up well for me.
Overall I would not recommend the For Tomorrow series.
ONE OF THE BEST SUPERMAN STORIES EVER.......2007-03-26
It's my personal favorite. Azarello brings such insight and depth to Supes.
Althouth the man of steel is one of the most popular heroes of all time, he's one of the hardest to write for, because hey, invincible!
Instead of bringing in creatures from outer space, Azarello focuses on Kal-El's role as a Christological figure, as well as a symbol of American agression on the world stage. He plays with these two themes beautifully. That Jim Lee drew it speaks for itself. I Love this book, and if they come out with an absolute edition, i'll buy it again.
Superman for tomorrow vol 2.......2007-01-28
Most of the negative reviews for vol 1 and 2 appear to be written by comic geeks who probably look like the fat comic store owner from the simpsons. i thoroughly enjoyed this story, if anything, for the fact that it tried to do something completely different with the character. add to this some action scenes and what you have is a story that balanced action with intelligent story telling. jim lee's artwork (which was jaw-dropping) only added to the dark tone of the story.
Left my head spinning faster than a speeding bullet.......2007-01-27
I had hoped that this volume would pick things up a bit from the overly preachy first volume, but man, it just gets worse! After discovering what caused the "Vanishing" of a million people a year before, Superman travels into another dimension to "save" them. Of course, waiting in the wings is everyone's favorite third-personist, General Zod, in a move that the writer probably thought would illicit cheers, and instead falls flatter than Ashley Simpson's non-memorexed voice. And it's not that I don't like Zod - I LOVE Zod! - but part of Zod's charm is in his "Kneel before Zod!" bluster that is nowhere to be found in this incarnation.
I've read 100 BULLETS, and I think it rocks, but what is writer Brian Azzarello's strong suit in that book is his kryptonite here. The flawed characterization and questions of faith and identity might have worked for characters like Hal Jordan or Connor Kent, but this is SUPERMAN, for cryin' out loud! What other character (other than Batman) is AS constant in his core beliefs than Clark Kent? And that's another thing that seems to be a trend with certain writers - when did the JLA start referring to Superman as KAL? Superman was raised as Clark Kent, and even the moniker Superman was given to him, not one he chose for himself. Ultimately, that's the biggest problem here - it's like Azzarello doesn't quite know Superman himself, and allows HIS questions about the character to overtake the entire story.
Even the moments that should have provided the ever-stunning Jim Lee with some lavish art - the fight between Superman and Wonder Woman, the conversation with Batman on the rooftops of Gotham, the final battle with Zod - have an anti-climactic feel to them. Throw in the introduction of a human-hybrid killer that smells of S.E.T.H. from the AUTHORITY, some secondary characters that are cliche ( the priest with cancer, the hard-as-nails merc), a rushed ending (wouldn't it have been somewhat interesting to see what the returned people felt after spending a year in an artificial Heaven and then being plopped back on Earth? Talk about a buzzkill!), and the icing on the cake - the destruction of the Fortress of Solitude, which in and of itself wouldn't be so bad had it not been rebuilt in the Amazon, which is like rebuilding the Batcave in the Grand Canyon - and you have one of the more disappointing Superman stories of the new millenium. Do yourself a favor and buy either SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT by Mark Waid and Leinil Yu, or the SMALLVILLE t.v. show-inspiring SUPERMAN FOR ALL SEASONS by Jeph Loeb and the incomparable Tim Sale.
Superman Fan. . .but not a fan of this book.......2006-06-08
For Tomorrow, Vol. 1 was fairly decent. . .I was looking forward to Vol. 2 very much. But then, when I finally picked it up and started reading it, I didn't get more than halfway through--essentially, right around the point where the reason for the disappearances is revealed. I idly flipped through the rest of the book, and it didn't get any better. A disappointingly BAD Superman story.
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The Man of Steel has returned to Metropolis, but he won't have a minute to settle in before trouble begins!
As Superman battles to rout Intergang out of his beloved city, he also faces trouble with Lois, looming problems involving Lana Lang and a dangerous new discovery in Kazakhstan. Get ready for an action-packed saga that tears a swath across Eastern Europe!
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Great Superman story.......2007-05-30
This is how Superman should be: heroic yet human. I don't have much else to say except, if you like Superman, you should probably get this story. Although, wait for the second volume to come out as this one is only the first half.
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- UPDATED THROUGH 2005!
- Everything you wanted to know about Superman, but were afraid to ask!
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Superman: The Ultimate Guide to the Man of Steel
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From the doomed planet Krypton to Smallville, Kansas, to the great (but often troubled) city of Metropolis, a powerful superhero has fought for truth, justice, and the American way for over 70 years. In this breathtaking tribute to the man of steel himself, all the nitty-gritty, fascinating details of Superman's life and career are investigated, analyzed, and celebrated. Discover just what happened back on Krypton to propel infant "Kal-El" to Earth as the one Kryptonian hope for rebirth of their civilization. Learn how a loving farm family named Kent adopted the baby, renamed him Clark, and instilled him with solid American values. And meet the many, many friends and enemies of our hero, including, fiercely independent but lovable Lois Lane, the nasty Joker, and Doomsday, the unstoppable creature that killed Superman.
Allowed unlimited access to the archives of DC Comics, author Scott Beatty delved deep, coming up with the kind of details fans will fall all over themselves to peruse, including each featured character's vital statistics and year of appearance on the Superman scene. The large book format, compelling, readable text, and many crystal-clear illustrations in The Ultimate Guide are in keeping with Dorling Kindersley's signature style. A true treasure for superhero buffs! (All ages) --Emilie Coulter
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Perfect for both die-hard fans and casual readers, this fully updated edition of DK's classic guide tells you everything you need to know about Superman's 60+ year fight for truth, justice, and the American way.
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UPDATED THROUGH 2005!.......2006-07-26
Superman: The Ultimate Guide to the Man of Steel has been out for a few years now, but with the latest Superman film, "Superman Returns" just hitting theaters, DK has revised their fantastic guide to the first and greatest superhero of all! This 144 page, oversized hardcover book contains just about everything you ever wanted to know about Superman. Written by comic industry pro Scott Beatty this is a fun and informative walk through Superman's long history as we meet friend and foe alike.
The book begins with a long look at the history of Superman's home world of Krypton and its long history which incorporates many of the modern concepts devised by both John Byrne and Dan Jurgens during their runs as the writer of Superman's adventures. This includes a large map of Krypton, one of several two page maps in the book. From there the book moves to Superman's early life in Smallville after being taken in as an infant by the Kents. Included here is a complete rundown of all of Superman's powers from his laser vision to his super hearing. There is another great two page map of Metropolis with important buildings such as the Daily Planet, Lexcorp Towers, and S.T.A.R. Labs noted for the reader.
Next up we have lengthy chapters that highlight Superman's major foes such as Lex Luthor, Doomsday, Brainiac, Metallo, Darkseid, Mongul, Imperiex, The Cyborg, and many more. These give a brief history of the villain along with their powers and some of their previous plots. The issue with their first appearance is also noted. Next we get the same for Superman's friends and allies like Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, Supergirl, Steel, and the Eradicator.
The last chapter is actually my favorite and takes a look at Superman's career from the Golden Age right up through the present. This chapter shows how the character has evolved over his nearly 70 years of existence. Complementing this chapter is 16 page timeline spanning his first appearance in Action comics #1 in 1938, right up through the end of 2005. This year-by-year rundown notes important events and issues in Superman's career and is invaluable for both fans and comic book collectors.
As with all DK's Ultimate Guides, the Superman book is a visual treat with stunning art and an eye for detail. A welcome addition to the library of any Superman fan!
Reviewed by Tim Janson
Everything you wanted to know about Superman, but were afraid to ask!.......2005-09-24
I grew up as a fan of Superman, but I never really read the comics. Recently I have gottn back into following the exploits of the Man of Steel, but there was so much I missed. This book has helped explain a lot without me having to go back and buy all the back issues of the comics. The layout is wonderful, and the information is top notch. If you're a Superman fan, I think this would make a worthy addition to your collection.
Review From a Future Critic.......2005-06-15
In "Superman- the Animated Series" Brianiac is a computer from Krypton. I would've gone on assuming that was true in the real Superman comic if it wasn't for this book. It was definately wonderful and nesscessary for me to buy this book.
Superman.......2004-11-03
This book deals with the new Superman of post-1986, the hack reworking of the character by that hack John Byrne. I would have loved a complete guide to the man of steel that was truly complete. I don't like most of the art in this book, which has been done by someone lacking any real knowledge of anatomy (and who seems to love musclebound pinhead bodybuilders). But for all its faults (and the thinness of the book is another big one), for those of us who don't know a lot about the new Superman, it is informative. As with all DK books it is very heavy on illustration, short on text. I could have used a bit more detail.
I guess it's okay--if you like the newer Superman........2004-09-27
I should have read some of the earlier reviews on this Website. This book may serve fans of the newer Superman, but it does little for the fans of the older Superman.
Superman comics lost my readership in 1970, when everything turned bigger and shinier. Except for the first 7 pages of the chronology in the back, this book deals exclusively with the additions to the Superman legend which have taken place then. The illustrations and the text are supposed to impress the reader with how great Metropolis is, what a giant corporation LexCorp is, and how terrifying the villains are.
I would gladly trade in all this hyperbole for the writing style of the earlier writers.
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- Graphic SF Reader
- Brutal
- A good beginning but a bad end
- Just the way they would really be.
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Superman/Batman Vol. 3: Absolute Power
Jeph Loeb
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Graphic SF Reader.......2007-09-25
What had been an entertaining and really quite good series now starts to go downhill with the introduction of this alternate reality romp and changing of things as a version of the Legion of Super Villains tries to turn Superman and Batman into a version of the Crime Syndicate crossed with Mark Waid's Empire.
Doesn't work all that well, except for a bit of cross-genre artist work.
Brutal.......2007-08-19
I found the storyline ridiculous. Hard for me to finish this one. I liked Volume 2 better.
A good beginning but a bad end.......2007-08-14
Like the title, the book begins really interesting, but then appear a lot of stupid characters and they doesn't explain in an scientific way, the book is sort of dissapointing, the only good thing is that the drawing is great.
Just the way they would really be........2007-07-09
A long time fan of Batman (from the days of the original 80 page giants)I never really cared for his portrayal when accompanied by Superman. DC has finally gotten them together in a realistic way. The art is wonderful and the storyline is a fine arc that eventually takes us all into the crossover mania of Identity Crisis (which I did like). This is not always accessible for little kids, but nothing to shy away from if you've got 'em.
Very enjoyable and a good example of why DC is the best.
Superman/Batman vol 3.......2007-03-31
As far as the series of four books for Superman/Batman goes this is the weakest link. Because it is a series you need all four of them. This one (volume 3) is a read once and place on the shelf book.
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- Wild, Crazy and Fun!
- This is the Superman I grew up with!
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Wild, Crazy and Fun!.......2004-05-30
In the 1960s, the greatest entertainment in the world can be gotten for a mere 10 cents between the pages of the various Superman comics published. You get everything from grand space-opera, soapy romance, mythical adventures, sci-fi, fantasy, tragedy, etc. in these stories. This volume is a great sample of some of those great tales.
Mort Weisinger was the man behind the Superman titles at DC comics in the 1950s and 1960s. He hired writers like Jerry Siegel (yes, the original creator himself) and Otto Binder (the greatest "Shazam" writer ever) to recreate Superman's world. Firstly, Supes' origin story is more fully fleshed out, Krypton is described in detail and then came the creation of the "Superman Family" (Supergirl, Krypto, Perry White, Jimmy Olsen, Bizarro, Superboy, Legion of Superheroes, etc. etc.) - all of it giving us the richesh fantasy dreamworld in serialized fiction.
Get this volume to relive the magic of Superman and rediscover the reason why he is still the foremost heroic-icon of our times.
This is the Superman I grew up with!.......2004-04-17
As far as I'm concerned, this one graphic novel sums it all up when it comes to the excitment and singular superiority that is Superman. It would've been great as a book with no artwork, in my opinion. But, of course, the artwork really made it that much greater. However, being a true lover of sci-fi books, by the Old Masters and the Newcombers (especially cyberpunk), I really think lovers of graphic novels should also check out such greats as "Stranger in a Strange Land", "Childhood's End", "I,Robot", "Ringworld", "Redezvous with Rama", "Neuromancer", "Mona Lisa Overdrive", "Cryptonomicon", "Prey", "Snow Crash", "Cyber Hunter", and so forth. These would all make great graphic novels as well, but are great as just what they are in my opinion. Check some out.
Nice for nostalgia's sake, but stories a little bland.......2000-09-05
Having grown up in the 70s, this book features Superman stories which were new to me. These are the stories prior to Clark Kent's move to television and the creation of Morgan Edge. As the preface to the book says, many of the stories were told time and time again. It's interesting to see a time when comic books weren't always trying to be some dark statement. After all, Metropolis isn't Gotham City. This book helps you get a grasp of the changes the Superman franchise went through in the 60s, with dozens of new survivors of Krytpon, endless robots, an incredibly naive Jimmy Olsen, and a not-yet-liberated Lois Lane. Each story is "safe." Nice to look at, but if you're expecting anything of substance that you could, perhaps, ponder, hopefully a "Superman in the Seventies" volume will be coming out soon. Here you will see Clark, Lois, Jimmy, Morgan, Steve Lombard, and a less-important Perry White take on more human characteristics. Until then, this book will give you lots of super-simplistic stories that may or may not help you relive your youth.
Rick Phillips.......2000-03-12
This was a great book with only a sample of how great the 60's were to the Man of Steel. It showed how comics should be adventuresome, fun and innocent. Many famous stories like the Superman-Batman Revenge Squads and works by the greats like Jerry Siegal, Wayne Boring, Curt Swan and Neal Adams. All future comic writers & artist should have this book. Don't just sit there. Buy this book!
Great Stories.......2000-01-05
Being a comic book fan who has lost interest in the "new" post-Crisis Superman, I found these older stories to be lots of fun. A more honest and innocent hero, and a great flashback to my impression of the character when I was younger. A great peice of pop-history.
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- Superman in Disguise
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Flip through these pages to find in-depth profiles of Superman's friends and foes, annotated illustrations of key weapons and places, "Episode Panels" to help place each character in specific storylines, and "Super Data" panels featuring vital stats for all the major players.
Superman: The Animated Series Guide is based on the popular television series, which stayed true to the original Superman story while updating the characters and settings with stunning visuals and animation techniques. DK and DC Comics team up to bring these same classic storylines and new, exciting styling to the page.
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Superman in Disguise.......2007-09-12
My 5 year old son loves Superman and loves this book. He loves to peruse the pages, picking out his favorite characters and sections. This is a fun book for younger kids and not nearly as dark as the DC comic Ultimate Guide.
great for fans.......2006-06-10
Fans of the animated series will like this book. It's has info data on every character from the series, good artwork and even photo shots from the series. Being a fan of Superman, other fans may like this book.
Superman Guide --great intro for series........2003-06-23
Being a fan of the Superman animated series, I was thrilled to see some a new book come out on this well-written show.
Regrettably, after a measly 52 episodes, WB decided not to produce any more episodes, and just last year DC also decided not to produce any more comics written in the Superman--Animated Series style.
This text is much more kid friendly than Mr. McCloud's other DC Books on the regular DC DK books (Batman, having a few strong illustrations that might be a bit much for the younger crowd).
I was rather surprised at the smaller size of the text, but loved the well-chosen illustrations and text, culled from both the series and short-lived comic book.
An excellent guide to the series, which hopefully can get some more kids and viewers into the show which will be replayed on the Cartoon Network.
I hope Mr. McCloud can continue to do books on Batman Beyond and in a few years, the Justice League (when that particular series has accumulated more episodes).
Still, I wish a few more pages could have included an episode guide to the series, and to the comic book done in that style
Heartily recommend.
Sincerely,
JThree
carolyn@dia.net
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- Not believeable for the Superman Universe
- A Clever Action Romp!
- Survival is an Option, Failure is NOT.
- Excellent art, terrible story...
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Not believeable for the Superman Universe.......2006-07-21
I was expecting a little more out of this story line after being let down with the Superman vs Aliens series. I don't understand why they have to make Superman like everyone else in the story (human, weak, etc). I mean, this is "Superman" he shouldn't get mysterious diseases, etc. Now what they should do is take a clue from the Batman vs Predator series, which is true to the Batman character and mystique.
A Clever Action Romp!.......2005-09-25
"Superman vs. Predator" doesn't quite go in the directions you might expect, but for what it is, it's a lot of fun! This is a story with strengths and weaknesses, but the bottom line is, I enjoyed it!
David Michelinie spent a big portion of his comics-writing career as a regular sribe on Superman for most of the nineties, so his familiarity with that stable of characters is expected. He nails Superman and Lois (right down to her tough-as-nails army brat personality). This was written a few years after Michelinie left the regular Super-books, so the story was really a homecoming for him, and it reads as such. He takes full advantage of the chance to play with the dynamics of the Clark-Lois marriage, and the hero who belongs to the world who is stuck in the middle. He handles the Predator well also, in a way that was consistent with all the movie appearances and the comics.
He breaks little new ground with the Predator concept, but then, he is a Superman writer in a DC-produced crossover. So this is rightly a Superman story with a Predator as guest. And too, as with Walt Simonson's excellent Tarzan-Predator crossover, it's much easier to build the stories around the non-Predator characters because, as cool as they are, the Predators have never been emotionally deep. Superman and Lois, by contrast, are fairly complex, well-defined characters who can carry any story. And Michelinie also builds one of the more eclectic and interesting supporting casts in this story. Many of these characters, I would love to see again (even some of the merc bad guys). And without spoiling much of the story, I have to say that ONLY Superman could end up teaming-up with a Predator to save makind! Very cool, and very much in keeping with Big Blue's nature (while done in a way that didn't abuse the Predator mystique)!
Michelinie does use the plot device of Superman being weakened by an alien bug. Though this is entirely plausible and thoroughly fleshed-out in the story, it remains the story's one big flaw that the virus strikes Superman (and is later cured) so conveniently for dramatic effect.
Alex Maleev turned in effective art. He creates great moods and atmosphere in the story, though I confess I'm not a huge fan of his line-work in general. I did very much enjoy his output here, however. He might have made some better decisions in costuming. The scanty outfit he put on Dr. Rollins strained credibility in an otherwise dramatic story. On the other hand, he deserves extra kudos for the Mayan temples the drew! Great stuff, there!
Recommended.
Survival is an Option, Failure is NOT........2005-05-31
While it was interesting seeing Superman and the Predator in a comic together, it was also kindof frustrating, because there wasn't anything 'super' about Superman in this comic.
The storyline is very well thought out though. Because if Superman was on Earth, the Predator (I suppose) would DEFINETELY devise a way to deal with him if he were to try to get between them and their prey. In this comic the Predtor is destroying technology not hunting, so it isn't the Hunt that he is on, rather it is a mission to stop scientists from using his technology.
All in all it was a good read for it's uniqueness and it has a few interesting points you learn about the Predator.
Excellent art, terrible story..........2004-02-08
I picked this one up for the art, knowing it would be a lame story, but it truly exceeded my expectations in its terrible writing. What's the point of Superman without his powers? And why bother pitting him against something just because it's popular if you're going to have to strip him down to do it? Leave the alien stories to Batman, who actually has to outwit and out fight them. Also, everything takes place in what must be the highest traffic area of the Amazon ever...I mean, how many plots do you need to fill out this terrible book? This is slapped together garbage, pure and simple. Great artwork for the most part, though. Gave it an extra star just for that.
good toilet-reading material.......2003-07-21
some of the worst writing i have seen.predictable and boring.you can tell by the art that even maleev,who's doing very nice work for daredevil now,was totally uninspired by the whole story.i pity him and hope he at least got paid well.
so bring it to the toilet if you run out of paper.
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- Superman is many things to many people.
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Leading writers discuss, debate, and celebrate the legend of Superman in this anthology, contending that his legend is a truly American myth. Superman was an immigrant with little more than the clothes on his back and raised by simple farmers, absorbing their humble values. He always chose to do the right thing, fighting for truth, justice, and the American way, and represents America at its best. The in-depth analyses of the comics, films and cartoons are at turns funny, philosophical, insightful, and personal, exploring every aspect of the Superman legend.
Customer Reviews:
A must have for Superman fans.......2007-08-04
What a great read! Most of the essays I agreed with and some I did not, but I enjoyed reading everyone of them. What a fun and intellectual way to look at, who I believe is the greatest character in the history of popular culture.
Superman is many things to many people........2006-07-26
It is very clear that to each of us Superman is a different person and the same goes for his alter ego Clark Kent and the rest of the characters in the DC Universe. As a Superman reader and collector for 65 years and as one who used Superman in the classroom for 40 years, I start reading any book like this with a prejudiced viewpoint. I know Superman, I was born in his birth city or rather the city his creators lived in.
I wish I could give this book five stars, some of the selections are sensational. Others kind of go against everything I personally believe about The Man of Steel. In some cases I can't believe the authors really read the comics or saw the films and TV shows. This is just my perception. I won't cite examples one way or another as this is a matter of personal opinion.
Over all I love the book and especially enjoyed reading plotlines and quotes from various comic books that took me back to when I first read them. You are bound to forget a great deal in 65 years and in that context this was a trip down memory lane. However, you can over analyse and I am reminded of college English teachers who destroyed more than one person's interest in reading by being picky over every little line in a story.
Most of the writers were careful in their analysis, using logic and good sense while showing a love for the Superman legend. Others over killed by trying to intellectualize everything said or done by Superman, Clark Kent, Lois and others no matter how trite. My favorite current reading about Superman is Steve Skelton's, "The Gospel According To The World's Greatest Super Hero". That I have read twice since receiving it a month ago.
I am glad that after the documentation section at the end of each article there is mention of other works by the authors that the reader may want to check out. Some I will.
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The Positive Mental Moxie of Myth for Personal Growth
Joseph Campbell defined a myth as “a life-shaping image, a metaphor that creates a hero out of those who heed it.” Author Dr. Gene Landrum takes Campbell's definition one step further by offering a variety of motivational techniques that will propel you to heroic success.
Dr. Landrum describes the “superman syndrome” as a series of common behaviors that permit an otherwise average person to rise above the norm. He points out that some of the world's most renowned visionaries—Catherine the Great, Walt Disney, and Ian Fleming—did not conform to tradition because they modeled their behavior on heroic ideals and mythical mentors.
Learn how to transform your life from ordinary to extraordinary by focusing on several key ideas:
Chasing money is entropic and the path to the poorhouse
Happiness is a side effect of being—never trying
Romance only comes to those not trying to find romance
Anxiety is a by-product of unrealistic expectations
Breakdown leads to breakthrough
Being stupid is the pathway to being smart
Do you have the Superman Syndrome? Test yourself to find out!
Customer Reviews:
A lot of pages that just reiterate the same point.......2007-08-11
I was really disappointed in this work after reading the positive reviews and making a decision to purchase this based upon the reviews. While I appreciate his premise and real life examples, there is nothing substantive in this book that could not have been encapsulated in two words; "dream big!" About half way through the book, I put it down.
God, how I love this book!.......2005-12-24
If you are already a fan of Dr. Landrum's work, stop reading this review and just click the "Buy Now" button. It's that good. If you're not familiar with his work, you soon will be. Landrum is, hands-down, *the* authority on what truly sets powerful people apart from the mediocre masses.
Do you think extremely successful people lead more balanced lives than the rest of us? Think they're better educated? Think they're more "realistic" thinkers? Do you think they're better long-term strategists? Think "luck" is on their side?
If so, think again. Dr. Landrum pulls back the curtain on some of the most powerful people in history and puts his finger on the very heart of what allows them to succeed. And along the way, he shows how this very power can be tapped by each and every person with the guts enough to claim it.
If there's a drawback to the book it's that it's a little rough around the edges. It has some typos and a few paragraphs that could have been tightened up a bit, but so what? That's like complaining that your million-dollar, winning lottery ticket has a little smudge on it. These minor blemishes are buried beneath a mountain of ideas so powerful that I literally found myself pacing the floor as I read. No kidding. If there is such a thing as literary amphetamines, this book is laced with them.
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